David "Dixie" Dougherty Obituary (1948

David J. Dougherty, Jr. known as "Dixie" to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2022 at the Pennsylvania Hospital. Born on August 10,1948 in the "Devils Pocket" area of the city to the late David J. and Eleanor (nee: Potts) Dougherty, Sr. and has resided in South Philadelphia his entire life. For many years, Dixie worker as a Longshoreman for ILA 1291 at the waterfront. Telling vivid stories filled with fantasy was his specialty. After his retirement he enjoyed taking his grandkids to Disney World frequently and spending summers at the Jersey Shore. Beloved husband of the late Diana "Cookie" (nee: Ricker). Father to Brian Dougherty and the late David. Dearest Pop to Kerri, Bryan and Justin. Brother to Margaret (Joe) McGonigle, Dennis (Linda) Dougherty, Thomas Potts and the late Theresa Weissinger and Eleanor Abbott. Also, he will be missed by his uncle, Joseph Donahue; nieces, nephews and many good friends. In honoring Davids wishes therere are no scheduled funeral services at this time. Cemetery Burial will be private PAUS Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA - 19148 US 215-334-1578