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Mary Anne (Walker) Dougherty
Oct 20, 1938 - Mar 15, 2025

Mary Anne (Walker) Dougherty passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by family. She was born October 20, 1938, in St. Paul, Kansas to Raymond and Eva (Davidson) Walker.

Mary Anne graduated from Sacred Heart College in Wichita, Kansas, and taught third grade.
She married Mike Dougherty on June 30, 1962. They had three children, Patrice, Michael and Kathleen (Kassi), and she became a stay at home mother.

She later obtained a master’s degree in special education, and taught elementary and middle school special education in the Wichita, Emporia, and Olathe, Kansas, public school districts.

She was a devout Catholic, and was active in every parish that she belonged to as a lector, Eucharistic minister and choir member. She had a beautiful singing voice, loved to draw and sew, and had a way with words.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers J.D. and Mickey Walker, and son Michael Dougherty. She is survived by her husband, daughters, brother Gerald Walker; five grandchildren and one great-grandson, and many loving nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Mass will be held on March 20, 2025 at 10 AM at Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Olathe, KS and burial March 21, 2025 at 11am at St. Francis Cemetery in St. Paul, KS.
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Prince of Peace Catholic Church
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16000 W. 143rd St.
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Olathe
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66062
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Mar 20, 2025
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10:00 am
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St. Francis Cemetery
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Mar 21, 2025
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Jamie Billings Mar 17, 2025

Tracy’s friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

My thoughts and prayers are with Tracy and her family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Danny & Patrice Walker Mar 18, 2025

Nephew ,Severna Park ,Maryland

I have nothing but sweet memories of my Aunt Mary Anne. Her voice was soothing and her words always made me feel special, just as I’m sure it was for everyone she knew, family, friend or welcome stranger. She will be missed, but never forgotten.

Mike Spara Mar 18, 2025

Friend ,Brooklyn ,New York

My sincerest condolences, to you all. Peace and blessings to the family and all who have been touched by Mary Anne's life, especially in her 40 year teaching career. Thank you for supporting her life of service. She is an American hero.

Lisa Hildebrand Mar 18, 2025

Kassi's Friend ,New York ,New York

My deepest condolences! She will.be missed by her family and friends but she remains in your hearts and your memories of her. My heart is with you all.

Theresa Veres Mar 18, 2025

Niece ,Finksburg ,Maryland

We were miles apart, but always close at heart. I always looked up to Aunt Mary Anne for her warmth,and her loving nature. She will truly be missed. Godspeed. Theresa and Andy Veres

Julie Paradise Mar 18, 2025

niece ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Best Aunt Ever! How we all loved Aunt Mary Ann. We were all so very lucky to have her in our lives. She was loving, kind and so witty. Her ability to capture every event with a quick picture…amazing. We all have great memories thanks to Aunt Mary Ann. Thank you for being that consistent loving person in our lives.

Celene Given Mar 18, 2025

Niece ,Robbinsville ,New Jersey

Aunt Maryanne was a sweet, beautiful lady. I loved talking to her on the phone, she had such a calming voice. Always felt close to her despite the distance. We will all miss her. Big hugs to you Tracy, Kassi and Uncle Mike. Love, Celene

Tootie Mar 19, 2025

Niece ,Denver ,Colorado

Mary Anne was a wonderful, kind aunt in addition to being my mom’s best friend and ‘sister’ as neither had one! She found joy teaching children to read and they were so fortunate to have her. I think the whole family will agree receiving her yearly birthday cards with family stories and pictures was always a highlight. She was very loved and will be missed.

Barbara Addis Mar 20, 2025

Niece ,Oswego ,Kansas

Aunt MaryAnne was one of the sweetest most genuine people I’ve known. She was a Woman of Grace and compassion. Her smile radiated any area she walked into. She and Uncle Mike were a dynamic team in whatever they chose to enter into. I will forever be grateful for their willingness to step in as parents for our children’s weddings by our side. Giving,loving and supportive to our siblings when needed. Opening their home to our brothers earlier in life. We are the more blessed for having both Aunt MaryAnne and Uncle Mike. May Aunt MaryAnne rest in the loving arms of Jesus until we meet again.