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The obituary notice of John Rooney DOUGHTY

Gatley, 08/04/1937 - 22/12/2025 (Age 88) | Published in: Manchester Evening News. Notable areas: Macclesfield, Burnage, Manchester

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John RooneyDOUGHTYIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Rooney Doughty, who passed away peacefully on 22nd December 2025, aged 88 years. John enjoyed a career as a teacher at Burnage High School and King's Macclesfield. He was also a Blue Badge Guide for Manchester.

John was a loving husband to Rhona, a devoted father to Peter and Ruth and a much-loved Grandpa to Briony, Mikey and Skye. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A service to celebrate his life will be held at Altrincham Crematorium, on Monday 19th January at 12:00 noon.

Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, may be made in memory of John to Kidney Research UK online at johndoughty.muchloved.com.

All enquiries to J. Alcock & Sons, Brook House, Brook Road, Cheadle, SK8 1PQ.
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Truly saddened to hear about John. I owe him a great deal and much valued his friendship. His enthusiasm was inspiring- and infectious!
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