Kathleen Philomena Doherty

Kathleen Doherty of North Hollywood passed away at home on Sunday February 16, 2025. Kathleen was born March 27, 1933 in Clonmany, County Donegal, Ireland, the daughter of Anthony and Mary Ann McEleney. Kathleen emigrated to Boston in 1953 and was reunited with Michael (Mickey), whose brother was married to Kathleen’s sister. They married in Los Angeles in September 1956. Kathleen was a telephone operator for PacBell for over 30 years, while raising 4 boys and helping Mickey with Doherty’s Tree Service after they settled in the San Fernando Valley in 1965. Kathleen was the last remaining sibling of nine brothers and sisters. Mickey passed away November 2015. Kathleen was also pre-deceased by her son Michael (Pauline) in June 2006. She is survived by her other sons, Daniel (Majella), John (Patty), and Patrick (Katie). She also leaves as her gift to the world, her nine grandchildren, Kieran , Brian, Sean, Maura, Michael Edward, Michael Anthony, Patrick, Kathleen, and Bridget and their life partners, as well as six great grandchildren.