Betty Jo McDaniel Dockery

Betty Jo McDaniel Dockery, age 89, passed away peacefully with her loving son by her side on May 15, 2026 at her home.

Betty was born on December 22, 1936 to the late Lee and Edna McDaniel in Blacksburg, S.C. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 64 years, David Dockery; and her brothers, Dwight L. McDaniel and Paul Eugene McDaniel.

Betty was a devoted member of Macedonia Baptist Church. She and her husband, David, were the owners and operators of Linwood Springs Golf Course for 31 years. She enjoyed skiing, playing golf, and traveling with her husband. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She truly loved her family most of all. Betty leaves many happy memories to be treasured by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her son, David Mark Dockery; grandchildren, Blayr Deaver, Jordan Donahue, Cassi Norman; and her great-grandchildren, Morgan Deaver, Ella Mae Deaver, Ava Deaver, Soren Burgess, Lola Burgess, Reid Burgess, Victoria Donahue, and William Donahue.

The family will receive friends at Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home, from 12:30 until 1:30 pm. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Followed by a memorial service at 2:00 pm at the Mausoleum of Peace at Gaston Memorial Park, 2205 Williamsburg Drive, Gastonia, North Carolina, with Pastor Douglas Cooper officiating.

Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is serving the family.

Online condolences may be made at: www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com