Randy Dockery
Randy Wayne Dockery, Sr., born July 26, 1949, and lifelong resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee died on Thursday, December 18, 2014 following a long term illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie Mills Dockery and Warren and Ruby Beckham Clayton; and his brother Don Dockery.
Randy is survived by his devoted wife, Janeile Brownfield Dockery and their children: Randy, Jr., Erik, Kelly and Paige. He was the proud grandfather to his six grandchildren, Lucas, Dylan, Hannah, Kai, Skyler and Jaxon. He is also survived by his Sister Carrie and Brother Lee along with many other family members and close friends.
Randy spent his life serving others. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, with distinction as a two-tour veteran of the Vietnam War, a paratrooper of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, and a drill instructor earning several meritorious awards and citations. He was also proud to witness as his three sons continued in his footsteps by serving as part of his legacy. Chivalrous and polite, he made sure his girls were protected and treated respectfully as he always believed was a man’s duties. He also served his community as a police officer of the Chattanooga Police department for 19 years, working on the SWAT Team and Narcotics Task Force. The discipline and patriotism he learned in the military as well as the morals and values he carried to the police department never left him, as friends and family will attest.
The family will receive friends and family on Monday, Dec. 22, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Falling Water Church of God, with the funeral service to follow at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Chattanooga National Cemetery.
The family would like to express a heartfelt thanks to the medical staff of Memorial Hospital for helping Randy transition peacefully, Guardian Home Healthcare for their dedication and continued support throughout Randy’s illness. Special thanks to pastor Kelly Selby, Falling Water Church of God and Advantage Funeral Cremation Services which is entrusted with the care of Randy Wayne Dockery, Sr.