Our father George L. Doherty Jr. was the President and owner of the George L. Doherty Funeral Service who personally served families over 60 years.

He succeeded his parents, taking over the family business in 1948. Along with his brother Joe they maintained the commitment to service and compassionate care for the needs of families in the greater Somerville community.

He married the love of his life 'Marita' (Clark) in 1954 and celebrated over 54 years of marriage. After their marriage they moved to Arlington where they raised a family and resided for 40 years before returning to Somerville.

Loving father and mentor of Nancy Doherty Neri, George L. Doherty III, J. David Doherty, Patrick M. Doherty and Resa Doherty.

He was a member of -The Greatest Generation- proudly serving his country in WWII as a decorated veteran of US Navy and USMC 4th Division during the invasions of Iwo Jima and Okinawa.

He was closely involved with the community. A member of Massachusetts and National Funeral Directors Associations, Somerville Chamber of Commerce, 100 Club of MA, K of C, VFW James A. Logan Post #6800, VFW George F. Dilboy Post # 529 and American Legion Post # 19.

George L. Doherty Funeral Service, Inc. was established in 1906 by George L. Doherty Sr. As a third-generation, family-owned, full-service funeral home, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, dignified, and personalized service to Somerville and the surrounding communities. We also provide individualized counseling that extends beyond the boundaries of the funeral service. We understand and respect your grief.

Because convenience is so important to quality service, we are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you are suddenly faced with a death in your family, or the loss of a friend, put your trust in the people with compassion, dedication and experience. Put your trust in us. 

Our funeral directors help with the full range of funeral planning needs: the transportation and preparation of your deceased loved one, consultation with family and clergy, completion and filing of all necessary documents, and placement of obituary notices. We also make arrangements with the cemetery/crematory. We will assist in completing life insurance, social security, and veterans benefit forms. We can provide everything from the basic to the traditional.