Patrick Jude Doherty

Patrick Jude Doherty

July 04, 1961 - January 13, 2024

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Middleton - Patrick Jude Doherty, age 62, of Middleton, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, at his home. He was born on July 4, 1961, in Madison, Wis., the son of William Doherty and Carol (Clifford) Doherty.


Pat graduated from Holy Name Seminary in 1979, then went on to attend St. Meinrad Archabbey in Southern Indiana. He worked in the field of facility maintenance. He was an avid fan of Wisconsin sports and loved playing basketball himself. He enjoyed supporting his nieces and nephews, and loved being an uncle, always treating them as “his own.” Mully had an amazing sense of humor. He was also a man of faith, believing, “The first shall be last, and last shall be first.”


Pat is survived by the love of his life, Kat Hammer; brother, Michael (Lora) Doherty;  sisters, Janie (Russell) Lange and Colleen "Coco" Doherty; eight nephews, Ross (John), Joey, Will, Mikey, Ethan (Katie), Kyle, Kolton and Tyler; eight nieces, Lindsay (Nate), Erin (Dave), Kelly (Ryan), Casey, Mackenzie (Andrew), Raegan, Kylee and Serina; brothers-in-law, Joe Spangler, Curtis (Joy) Hammer, Craig Hammer, and Clarke (Tanya) Hammer; and mother-in-law, Norma Hammer. He was preceded in death by his father, William O'Brien Doherty; mother, Carol Doherty; sister, Mary Doherty; and brother, William "Ole" Doherty Jr; and father-in-law Edwin J. Hammer Jr.


A private family service was held. The celebration of life location has changed to AMERICAN LEGION POST 245, 2217 American Legion Drive, Cross Plains, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, 2024. The family requests that guests bring their own lawn chairs and beverages.


In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Second Harvest Food Bank.


Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave.
(608) 831-6761



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Celebration of Life
Sat Jun 1, 2024 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT
American Legion Post 245 • 2217 American Legion Drive, Cross Plains, WI 53528
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James Becker
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Mr. Pat was a Saint. He was my first and most influential boss. At 14 years old he taught me how to drive his Chevy, to use my mirrors and not look over my shoulder like an “amateur.” Mr. Pat instilled in everyone that knew him, especially our summer crew, the importance of doing the right thing even when no one was watching. Leading by example, he dedicated himself to extra work, day in and day out, year after year, all without the expectation of being thanked or even acknowledged for it. He was a truly selfless man and role model to all that had the pleasure of knowing him. I’m grateful for the time that I was lucky enough to spend with him.
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Charles R Kazmer
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Pat will be dearly missed. Requiescat in Pace. Brother, you Inspired me and all of us at HN, to be better Men.
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Joe
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I always looked up to Pat. He was a wonderful man and mentor. Thank you, Pat.
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Vicki Cushman
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So very sorry for your loss. I remember him from school as such a sweet young man. Sending prayers to the family!
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Dave Farrey
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Pat,or Sensei,as I called him over the years,was my boss and mentor at SMG. In all my years I've never known a person with a heart like his. His dedication and belief in the common good made me strive to better than who I am. The world lost a great person, and those he met,worked with and more along the way will never forget him. I will truly miss you Sensei,and our insightful talks about things,life and puns,as humor was necessary along the journey...
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Christine H.
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I did not know Pat personally but through the love of his life, Kat. She shared stories of their weekends and adventures and I'm certain we would have been friends. From what I've read, and according to his famous words, He will be 1st ♥ My heartfelt sympathy to Pat's family and my beautiful Kat ♥ xoxo

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