Darrell Dockery

Darrell Dockery obituary, Murphy, NC

Darrell Dockery

Darrell Dockery Obituary

Published by Legacy on Feb. 2, 2026.
08/29/1962 - 01/28/2026

Darrell Dockery, age 63 of Murphy, NC passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Cherokee County, NC and the son of the late Frankie Dockery and Girline Bailey of Murphy. Darrell worked for Murphy Building Supply and was also a building contractor. He enjoyed camping and fishing. Darrell was a social butterfly. He loved the Lord and had strong relationship with him. Darrell was an excellent husband, provider, father and papaw.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Dockery; two daughters, Samantha "Loopy" Dockery and Taylor "Tootie Pie" Dockery; two sisters, Lesia Hooper (James) and Kelly Millsaps all of Murphy; three grandchildren, Bryson Vahley, Izabella Dunn and Sawyer Dockery.

No services are planned.

Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

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