Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A Reflection on My Father

Losing my father has left a space in my heart that no one else could ever fill. He wasn't the man who gave me life, but he was the man who gave my life meaning. As a police officer, he wore his badge with honor, courage, and integrity—but it was the way he loved me that showed me what true strength really looked like.

He was the only man in my life who ever taught me what love truly meant. Not just love in words, but love in action—steady, patient, forgiving, and unconditional. He stepped into a role that he didn’t have to, and he did it with a kind of grace that made me feel chosen every single day. He showed me the kind of bond that should exist between a parent and a child: one built on trust, safety, laughter, and unwavering support.

I feel incredibly honored to have been given his last name. It’s more than just a name—it’s a symbol of the love he gave me, the life he built with me, and the legacy of strength, compassion, and integrity that he lived every day. Carrying his name is one of the greatest privileges of my life, and I will wear it with the same pride and dignity he carried himself with.

He taught me how to stand tall, how to face life’s challenges with resilience, and how to lead with kindness. I carry his lessons in everything I do. And while he's no longer here in body, his love surrounds me still—in the quiet strength I feel when I need it most, in the values he passed on, and in the way I strive to love others the way he loved me.

I was blessed beyond words to call him my father. And I will continue to honor his legacy, not only in memory, but in how I live my life—with love, dignity, and the quiet courage he showed me every day.

Isabella Dougherty
Daughter

July 22, 2025

LD! 5 years have passed. My memories of working with you in 20 precinct will always remain in my heart and will never leave. God Bless your family. RIP, Fidelis Ad Morten.

Retired Sergeant Richard Wilt
NYPD

May 26, 2025

RIP LARRY

Retired PO John Giordano
NYPD

July 22, 2024

I WORKED WITH LARRY FOR 20 YEARS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON AND LOVING PERSON. LARRY TAUGHT ME ALOT WHEN WE WORKED TOGETHER IN THE 20TH PRECINCT. MISS YOU BROTHER. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

PO REALE
NYPD

October 16, 2023

Officer Dougherty,
On today, the 3rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City and our Country as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

May 26, 2023

Heavenly Father, You are Compassionate and Merciful. None of America’s Peace Officers leave home without the fear of not returning at the end of their watch. It is a fear that is lived daily. Unfortunately, the worst does sometimes come to pass, and lives are left shattered. Lord God, bless and keep the hearts and souls of those who have lost loved ones in the line of duty. Wipe away the tears from their eyes. Soothe their pain and bind up their emotional wounds through the wounds of Your beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. In His name, I pray. Amen.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]

“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” [Isaiah 6:8 ESV]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, NCCA, FCPO-USA
Independent Christian Law Enforcement Chaplain
Merrimack, NH 03054

Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department

December 2, 2022

Larry and I rode together as cops on many a night in the Community Policing Unit in the 20th Precinct. He was a kind soul, good friend and a pleasure to alongside. Learned quite a bit from Larry. Rest in peace brother.

Sgt. Tim Horohoe, ret.
NYPD

September 4, 2022

Officer Dougherty,

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain

Pittsburgh PD

September 2, 2022

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

August 16, 2022