James Perry Daugherty, a native of Savannah, was the son of Sidney and Ernestine Daugherty. He is survived by his brother, Edwin Daugherty; his sister-in-law, Diane Daugherty; and two nieces, Jamie Akers and Casie Poston.
Perry worked as a fastener specialist for AJAX Company for 25 years. He later left to pursue small contracting work so he could care for the love of his life, Carolyn, during her battle with cancer, of which she lost the fight to three years ago.
After her passing, Perry moved next door to his brother and began a new chapter in life. He worked as a maintenance supervisor for Lake View Oaks Apartment Homes. He had a deep love for cats, taking in many and caring for them all.
He was a member of the Sons of Confederate Militia and also a member of Blessed Sacrament Church. He recently returned to his faith, participating in confession and receiving communion. His family was overjoyed by his return to Jesus.
Though he left us too soon, he is now at peace.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
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Meadow Cook
I do not even understand how I ended up here, but I assumed this publish used to be great
Herbert L Mackey
We will miss Perry very much. He was muched loved and appreciated by all of us here on Whitemarsh Island and especially my family. I will always remember the good work he did for us and his kindness. He is with Carolyn now.
Rest in peace, my friend.
Virginia Mitchell O’Brien Bouchea
Although I was not close to Perry, I was close to his mother Ernestine. She was my aunt (I guess a half aunt). May he rest in eternal peace. My grandmother was Bessie Nevils Cowart