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Obituary For Mr. William Robert Dockery
William Robert Dockery, 70, of High Point, NC departed this life on July 24, 2026. His earthly journey is complete, and he has entered his heavenly home. Affectionately known as “Doc,” he was born on November 30, 1955, the cherished only child of William “Bill” and Lucille Williams Dockery. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as many grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was raised on the Southside of High Point, shaped by a deeply rooted foundation of family and friends. A proud graduate of High Point Central’s Class of 1974, he is remembered by many as a strong athlete.
Doc was a man of many talents; he took great pride in working as a supervisor at Macy’s Warehouse and in building his own independent lawn care service. We will deeply miss his ready smile and his engaging wit. He always possessed a kind word for everyone, along with a gentle, persuasive way of getting you to see things his way.
His legacy of love lives on through his family: his partner, Santita Ayuso; the mother of his children, Sharon Simrel, and his daughters, LaTonya Simrel-Wright and her husband, Fred Jr., and Stephanie Curtain and her husband, Brian; his legacy lives on through his beloved grandchildren, Bailee Wright, Clover Curtain, and Harper Curtain; he is also lovingly remembered by his uncles, Walter Dockery and Wendell Dockery; his aunt, Maxine McRae; his adopted sister, Dwana Dockery; his forever best friend, Kelsie Dockery, and his bonus family: Carmen Ayuso, Latresa Ayuso, and Desiria Geigel. Beyond his immediate circle, a vast network of extended family and dear friends are left to cherish the unique and special bond they each shared with him.
He did the hard, brave work of turning his life around, choosing to become a better man, a kinder soul, and a truer friend. In doing so, he showed all of us what strength looks like.
May we always look back on Doc’s beautiful life with smiles for how he lived rather than sadness for how he left.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 2:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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I am sorry to hear of the passing of "Doc" he was a school mate and dear friend, my condolences to his family and friends 🙏💜
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Doc Robert was a unique guy who was a distant relative of family, he was a good mentor growing up on the southside of High Point NC, watching him and play basketball,football, was a awe of his talents, he smiled and walked proudly., Say less , he was a good dude., Rip Doc 🫡
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to my cousin Doc Family so sorry for his loss praying that God give each one of you the strength and comfort you need at this difficult time may cousin Doc RIH take your rest cousin you will be truly missed 🕊️🙏❤️🕊️ Sharon Williams Green and Family
Sincere condolences to the Dockery family. I will always remember Doc's smile and caring spirit growing up on Southside and hanging out at Hillside Recreation center. May God grant peace, comfort and strength to his children and the extended family. God bless, Teresa Froneberger Robertson Lexington NC
Sending condolences from his Aunt Alafancy McRae aka Maxine McRae she will deeply miss her nephew.
Sorry for your loss sending prayers for the family 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
God Bless You Family!
Look up and be comforted by God!
Remember Mr. Dockery with the Love he showed all.
Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
Condolences to the Dockery family. Southside4life
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My condolences to the Dockery family.
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My forever best friend 🧡 Words can't describe the disbelief and hurt in loosing you. So many things we shared for so many years...now you must take your rest! May your memory live on. I will always Love and cherish our time together. Rest easy now ...My forever best friend. Your Black Girl
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My sincere condolences to the Dockery family. I am still in shock and it saddened me to hear about the passing of "Doc". William (Doc) Dockery was my classmate, class of "74". I have fond memories of him clowning in class and making everyone laugh. Doc and I would run into each other from time to time and would share those good old days. I pray the Lord will give the family peace, during this time of the loss of your loved one.
RIP William Robert (Doc) Dockery🕊️🕊️🕊️❤️🙏
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