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Louise Keddie Dougherty

9/2/1933 - 6/24/2023

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Obituary For Louise Keddie Dougherty

Louise Keddie Dougherty

Sept. 2, 1933-June 24, 2023

Louise Keddie Dougherty, 89, formerly of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully with her loved ones at her side at Graystone Manor in Altoona, PA. She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Thomas A. Dougherty and sister, Susan Zakis.

She is survived by her six children: Brigid (Dan) Sheedy, Kathleen (Dan) Crain, Meg (Frank) DiNardo, Maureen (Lou) Steinbugl, Tom (Annie) Dougherty, Moira (Walter) Hammond. She was further blessed with twenty-one (21) grandchildren: Ryan, Christopher, Matthew, Eric, Michael, Brian, Ali, Kristen, Andrew, Tripp, Sean, Lauren, Alois, Megan, Max, Jack, Abbie, Claire, Trey, Sophia and Mary Carol as well as thirteen (13) great-grandchildren: Cullen, Ryan, Mia, Reynolds, Campbell, Louisa, Maddy, Emily, Hazel, Leo, Mack, Sophia, and Emmett.

Louise was born in McKeesport, PA on September 2, 1933, to Daniel and Margaret (Campbell) Keddie. She graduated from McKeesport High School in 1951 with additional studies at Penn State University.

Louise was well known for her contagious smile and kind words she had for everyone. Family and friends meant everything to her. She was an avid card player, gardener, reader, and knitter. Louise’s faith was always a priority in her life, and she cherished her friendships developed in her church study group. Her passion to serve and desire to give back flowed into the community and led her to volunteer at multiple organizations including Columbiettes, Saint Vincent dePaul, Country Meadows, and Corpus Christi (Holy Child), and others.

A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, July 8th, 10:00 am, with Monsignor Stanley Carson as celebrant, at Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, 1 Cathedral Square, Altoona, PA 16601.

A special thank you to the dedicated and caring staff at Graystone Manor Altoona and Gentiva Hospice.

Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona, PA 16602.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, or Saint Vincent dePaul Society, 1215 Seventh Ave, Altoona, PA 16602.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.

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  • 07/07/2023

    Robin Schillo

    Glenn and I cherished our friendship with Tom and Louise. We enjoyed dinners with them. Louise was one of my angels on earth....forever missed. Robin Schillo

  • 07/02/2023

    Jinny Cochrane

    Louise was one of my best friends on Vee Lynn Drive. I have some of her needle work, which I treasure. We shared many moments over a cup to coffee. Love you, dear friend, Jinny Cochrane

  • 06/30/2023

    Theresa McKeegan

    I will miss her sweet smile and the love and warmth she showed all of us. She had quick humor and was always ready to share a story! Love you Louise. May perpetual light shine upon you.

  • 06/30/2023

    MaryAnne Morrison Cline

    My sincere sympathies to the family of Louise Dougherty. Our paths crossed at Country Meadows and her smiles & stories brightened my day as well as all those around her. She will be fondly remembered & sadly missed. MaryAnne Morrison Cline

  • 06/30/2023

    Kathy Burrows

    My sincere condolences to Louise's family and all those who loved her. We met as coworkers at Country Meadows and continued as friends once she retired. My life was made better by having known her, as were the lives of countless others. She will be sadly missed.

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