William Scruggs Dougherty, 94, of Western Springs, IL, died peacefully on Dec. 27, 2017.  Bill was born in Chicago to Dr. William Byrne Dougherty and Elizabeth Houston Scruggs on June 16, 1923.  Bill married Joan Cecelia Baasel on Aug. 16, 1944.  She preceded him in death in 2007.  Bill was the loving father of John (Beverly); beloved grandfather of Brian (Jaclyn) and Justin; great-grandfather of Liviya; cherished uncle and great-uncle to numerous nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his sisters Elizabeth Montgomery and Dorothy Wilson.  Dear friend to Mary Kuszewski.  Bill was a great friend to many and will be dearly missed.  A visitation will be held on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018 at 11:30am followed by a memorial service at 12PM at the Presbyterian Church of Western Springs, 5250 Wolf Rd.  Burial will be private.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Diabetes Assn.  Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home at 708/352-6500