Kimmarie Dougherty

Kimmarie Dougherty, 52, of Lancaster, passed away on March 18

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, 2019 at Lancaster General Hospital.  Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of Barbara (Dyer) Pregartner and her stepfather, Ralph.

She moved to Strasburg PA to attend High School and resided with her beloved grandparents, Marian and Thomas Annesley.

After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree, Kimmarie spent much of her career self-employed as an accountant and working in marketing.  Shortly before her death, she earned the distinction as one of the top 5 sellers during the Christmas season on Amazon.

Kimmarie’s favorite role was being a grandmother to her grandson, Aiden.  In her spare time, she loved cooking, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and hosting gatherings in her home with family and friends, especially during the holidays.

She was a woman of strong faith and was known for her resilient spirit, positive attitude, and will to overcome anything.

Kimmarie is survived by her son, Austin Godsey; her grandson, Aiden Godsey;  her brother, Peter McAteer (Sherry) of Mullica Hill, NJ;  her sister, Kristine D’Amico (Dion) of Glassboro, NJ;  her brother, John Gerberich of Glassboro, NJ;  and her stepfather, whom she considered her father, Ralph Gerberich, of Glassboro, NJ.  She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service at DeBord Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 141 East Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602 on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at 11:00 AM.  A viewing will be held for relatives and friends from 9:30 AM until the time of the service.  Interment will follow in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery.  The family suggests that to honor Kim, relatives and friends consider donating to the American Cancer Society at

donate3.cancer.org

or contributing to your favorite service ministry.  To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit:

www.DeBordSnyder.com

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