October 12, 1940 – February 10, 2026
Robert (“Bob”) Lee Dougherty was born on October 12, 1940, in Winners, South Dakota toFrederick and Meleda Dougherty. Bob loved growing up in rural South Dakota with his foursiblings Darrell, Joann, Jim and Patty working the land with the family tractor. After serving in theUnited States Air Force during the Vietnam war, Bob spent 30 years in Civil Service at Travis Air Force Base. During that time, he met the love of his life Judith Ann (Cranston) Dougherty with whom he raised two daughters, Heather and Maura. Bob and Judy loved to spend time with family at their cabin on the Sacramento River in Dunsmuir and ultimately moved to Siskiyou County in 1997 following Bob’s retirement.
Even in retirement, Bob never stopped working. He kept their home meticulous, offered handy man services to others, cared for his neighborhood, and was always willing to offer a helping hand toanyone in need. Bob was a generous man withhis time, treasures, and talent. Many considered Bob a part of their family and an inspiration and example to all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his eternal partner Judy, his beloved daughter Maura and three of his siblings. At 85, Bob passed peacefully at the Madrone Hospice House in Yreka with his daughter Heather by his side after a week of visits from family and friends. Bob leaves behind his daughter Heather (Fred)Linderman, sister Patty (Ed) Cerney, and five grandchildren Joshua Wood (Alex Berch), Jacob(Cadi) Wood, Brenna Varela (Rob Harris), Brandon (Tara) Varela, and Bryan (Stephanie) Varela.
A Celebration of Life will be held March 7,2026, at 1:00p.m. at Pastures of Grace 4720 Scarface Rd. in Gazelle.
