Obituary of Charles Smith Dougherty, Jr.

Charles Smith Dougherty, Jr, 73, of Weber City, VA, departed this life on Friday, January 12, 2024 at his home.

Charles was born in Nickelsville, VA on October 14, 1950, a son of the late Charles and Marie Dougherty. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Glen Dougherty, Timmy “BoBo” Dougherty and an infant brother, Scotty Dougherty. He worked 20 plus years in law enforcement for Hawkins County Sheriff’s Department and Scott County Sheriff’s Office.  Charles served his community as a councilman and mayor in Gate City, VA for 12 plus years.

Surviving are his loving wife of over 51 years, Gail Dougherty; daughter, Sherry Dougherty; son, Steven Dougherty and wife Laura; grandchildren, Kayla, Kelsey, Kendra, Abby and Hunter; his pride and joy were his great-grandchildren, Weston, Bo and Carson; brothers and sisters, Lowell Lawson, Jimmy Dougherty, Gary (Donna) Dougherty, Nancy (Bobby) Collins, Faye Cleek, Jane (Dave) Bishop and Linda (Bill) Hammonds; several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 pm Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Scott County Funeral Home. Services will follow at 6:00 pm with Pastor Riley Boy officiating. Music will be provided by Michael Houseright and Eddie Roberts.

Graveside services have been postponed at this time due to the inclement weather and will be announced at a later date at Addington Frame Cemetery, Nickelsville, VA.

Carter-Trent/Scott County Funeral Home, Weber City, VA is in charge of the arrangements.