Jerry Dover

York - Mr. Jerry Pinkney Dover went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Monday, June 19th unexpectedly. He was born August 23rd, 1942 to the late Thomas L. Dover and Fulvia Kiser Dover in Blacksburg, SC. He leaves behind the love of his life, Brenda Broome Dover; sons, Matt Dover (Christina), Clint Dover (Kara); granddaughters, Olivia and Natalie Dover; sister-in-law, Anna Dover; and nephews Tom Dover (Deb) and Chuck Dover of York. He was preceded in death by his only brother, Charles L. Dover.

Jerry graduated from the University of South Carolina with a pharmacy degree and opened an independent pharmacy in Stanley, NC. In addition, he started businesses in Dallas, Gastonia, Cleveland, and Cornelius, North Carolina and was instrumental in opening Yorkville Pharmacy in York, SC.

Outside of business, he loved fishing, hunting, golfing, and was an avid gardener. He enjoyed travelling with the NCT club. He had broad interests and was always looking for another project. Going to York Investment Association meetings became a highlight for him. He cherished his friends and never met a stranger. He was a member of Philanthropic Masonic Lodge #32 in York, SC.

The family will receive friends from 10-11 am on Thursday, June 22nd, 2023 at Bratton Funeral Home, 1455 Filbert Hwy York, SC 29745. The funeral service will begin in the funeral home chapel at 11 am with Dr. Eddie Usher officiating. Burial will follow at Canaan U.M.C. Cemetery, 4810 Canaan Church Rd. Smyrna, SC 29743.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shriner's Hospital, 950 West Faris Rd. Greenville, SC 29605 or to the charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brattonfuneralhome.com. Bratton Funeral Home of York, SC is serving the Dover family.