Clarence “Doc” Daugherty,

Quincy

JAN 15, 1939 – JUNE 7, 2026

Clarence “Doc” Daugherty, 87, of Quincy, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy, IL.

Doc was born January 15, 1939, in Akron, OH to Clarence and Clara Margaret (Petro) Daugherty. He was married to Maxine Malinka on June 14, 1975 in Union Town, OH. He is survived by his loving wife who devotedly cared for him in his final days.

Other survivors include his sisters in-law, Darlene Malinka and Cathy Hudson; his brother in-law, Allen Truby; his nieces, Cynthia Sanders, Janet Wheeler (Brian), Carolyn Mair, Michelle Mair, and Carrie Jalboush (Steve); his nephews, Paul Mair, Andy Mair (RaDonna), and Donnie Malinka; his great nieces and nephews, Stephen Tyler Sanders, Keith Ryan Leech, Alex Mair, JJ Mair, Mikalya Harris (Chris), Brittany Jalboush, Sophia Damcott (Warren), and Zachery Jalboush; and his great-great nieces and nephews, Benjamin Jalboush, Noah Jalboush, and Ameenah Damcott.

Doc was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Betty Mair and Virginia (Truby) Sellers; his nephew, Don Truby; his parents in-law, John and Ima Fern (Hendershot) Malinka; and his brother in-law, Don Malinka.

Doc graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in Ohio and proudly served his country in the United States Army. After his honorable discharge, he attended the United Electronics Institute in Cuyahoga Falls. He then began a long and accomplished career in electronics and broadcast engineering. He first served as the head electronics technician at St. Thomas Hospital in Akron, Ohio, and later worked as an instructor at the United Electronics Institute in Cuyahoga Falls.

His career continued to grow as he served as an engineer for WVIZ TV-25 in Cleveland, Ohio, and for WTSP TV-10 in St. Petersburg, Florida. He later moved to Quincy, Illinois, where he attended John Wood Community College and received his degree in Broadcast Electronic Technology. He worked for Harris Broadcast Division for many years as Senior Field Service Engineer and Chief Engineer before his retirement. Throughout his career, Doc produced, taught, and wrote extensive supporting literature for customer seminars on broadcast transmitters, microprocessor-controlled systems, satellite up and down links, and basic advanced RF technology. Some of his published work includes “Television Transmitter Power Amplifier Tuning Procedure”, in ABU Technical Review (1983), “Inside FM Power Amplifiers” in Broadcast Engineering (1987), and co-authored the TV Transmitter section of NAB Handbook, 7th edition.

Doc also served on the Board of Directors for the Great Commission Broadcasting Corporation, WGCA 88.5 FM, Quincy, IL, a Christian radio station. Doc helped bring the station’s early vision to life in September 1987, making its official debut from the back of a meat truck. He installed the transmitter and handled weekly maintenance. He also developed and taught community college courses, leaving behind a legacy of professionalism, mentorship, and technical excellence.

Doc was known not only for his work, but also for the many interests that brought him joy. He loved being outdoors, camping, and riding his mountain bike. He enjoyed reading science fiction and his Bible, and he found comfort and entertainment in watching westerns. He had a deep appreciation for Greek culture and loved attending Greek festivals, where he also shared his talents by teaching Greek dancing at many festivals across the United States. He additionally enjoyed going to bluegrass festivals, where he could take in the music and fellowship he valued so much. Doc, a member of Central Baptist Church, delighted in studying the Bible as well as other religions. He was a devout Christian who enjoyed ministering to the needs of others as well as teaching Sunday School.

A Graveside Service will be at 1:00 pm Friday, June 26, 2026, at Greenmount Cemetery in Quincy. Rev. Josh Vahle and Chaplain Dave Hall will officiate. Full military honors will be provided by the United States Army Funeral Honor Guard and the American Legion Post #37. O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home is handling the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church towards the A/C & Heating Fund.