John J. Doherty Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of John J. Doherty (Freehold, New Jersey). John, born on July 19, 1947, passed away on November 7, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember John for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. John’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph and Ann (Saccente); and his sister Peggy Stoldt. He is survived by: his wife Maria; and his sister Fran Stultz. He is also survived by his partner, his confidante, his best friend, and the love of his life.
A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, November 22nd 2026 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home (100 Elton-Adelphia Rd, Freehold Township, NJ 07728). A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, November 23rd 2026 at 10:30 AM at the St. Mary's Catholic Church (1 Phalanx Rd, Colts Neck, NJ 07722).
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that expressions of sympathy be made through charitable donations to "Johns Hopkins University" to support the Ataxia Center.
