Visitation

Oct. 17, 2023
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Service

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John “Dock” Dockery, Jr., 50, of Morganton, NC went to his Heavenly Home on October, Friday the 13th, 2023, which was only fitting since he was such a horror fanatic. He was born on October 27, 1972 to Mildred Sue Milligan Dockery and the late John Alfred Dockery. Dock was a graduate of Freedom High School. He was a cook at several of our local restaurants. He was an avid musician who went by “Dockstar.” He played in numerous local bands such as Double D Accoustics, Dilemma, Meatlfly and Malicious Mischief and many more. He loved singing and playing the guitar. Dock was an avid Cowboy fan.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Reagan Dockery; sister, Wendy Dockery Lawson (Roland); niece, Grace Lawson; and many cousins and loving friends.

The family will receive friends from 6-8pm on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at Catawba Valley Baptist Church. There will be a memorial service for Dock at a later date.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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—Crystal Ervin

Went to school with him worked with him at mfg kept me laughing at day at work gonna miss him very much

—Donnie Russ
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Dock was definitely a awesome person May his family and friends find peace and comfort during their time oof mourning fly high brother until we meet again

—John Johnson
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—Todd and Tammy Franklin
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I know we haven't seen each other in a while but you are an awesome dude and left your mark on all of us. You will be missed!! I know you will rock on on that big stage in the sky. Love you man!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

—Angela mckenney
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My deepest condolences go out to your whole family! Hes no longer suffering or in pain. Praying that the Lord wraps everyone of you in his arms and helps heal the brokenness. We love you all so much 💜

—Nicole Cook
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Sue and Wendy, and the rest of the family, I am so sorry. We lost my brother Chris , a few years ago. I have such fond memories of John, making everyone laugh. He and Chris made wrestling belts and crowned themselves tag-team champions of the world. What a crazy duo. I love you both, and will keep you in my thoughts.

—Cheri Kirby
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—Jennifer Warlick