Dock Everett Holbrook Sr., 74, of Oak Hill, died at home on Sunday, April 16, 2023, after a long illness. He was born in Elkridge, WV, to the late Curtis and Margaret Holbrook. Dock served the country in the United States Army and the West Virginia National Guard for almost 20 years. He was a certified electrician in the West Virginia coal mines for 30 years. He was the best husband, dad, papaw, and brother.
In addition to his parents, Dock is preceded in death by his brothers Tim Holbrook of Oak Hill and Tex Holbrook of Oak Hill, and a brother-in-law Carl” Elkie” Hughes Jr. of Kimberly.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 48 years Robin Holbrook, son Dock Holbrook Jr. of Prosperity, daughter Trina Blake (Matt) of Pax, two granddaughters whom he loved and adored, Samantha Holbrook (Nathan) of Scarbro and Nikki Holbrook (Gabe) of Maple Fork, mother of granddaughters Lisa Caldwell of Fayetteville, three sisters Judy Jones of Victor, Jeannie Simmons of Virginia and Ginger Moore of Oak Hill, two brothers Terry Holbrook (Donna) and Paul Holbrook (Sheila) of Oak Hill, sisters-in-law Piper Smith (Darrell) of Kimberly and Anna “Chippy” Nichols of Oak Hill, several nieces and nephews.
In keeping with his wishes, Dock will be cremated. No services are scheduled at this time.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Hospice of Southern WV for all the care and help they provided.
High Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.