Reginald Dobyns Jr

Reginald "Reggie" Dobyns, Jr., affectionately known as Booka, son of the late Jacqueline Denise Scott, and Gregory McGowans was born on September 23, 1997 in Baltimore, MD. Reggie was called home on February 6, 2023 unexpectedly, leaving the family shocked and deeply saddened. Reggie was a very smart, loving and imaginative child. He cherished his childhood memories that were full of magical moments. As a toddler, he had an imaginary friend named "Marta" who would get him in trouble or make him say the darndest things. He had fun, he adored his mom and she loved her "Bookaman" as she nicknamed him. He had great memories with his father Gregory "Mack" McGowans with whom he attended many sporting, WWE and Disney on Ice events. He built a loving bond with his sisters, cousins and childhood friends. Growing up he attended Baltimore City Public Schools where he developed his immense passion for music. During this time Reggie created many songs and albums with his music group, "House of Kings" and he also wrote and produced music as a solo artist by the name of "King Trace". During the illness and untimely deaths of his parents, Reggie became the primary caregiver of his younger brother Jabriel McGowans. "Booka", as the family calls him - was a hero to Jabriel, teaching him responsibility and intergrity during his teen years. He never ignored his kid brother, sharing his goodness and sense of humor with him. In addition to being a loving brother, Reggie was also a doting father. He had two beautiful daughters, Ardelle Dobyns with Keyshawnna Robinson and Karma Ryelle Dobyns with Kayla Barney. He adored his children, they were his anchor and guiding light. From an early age, Reggie was able to adapt and excel in anything he put his mind to. His main and very noteworthy character trait was that he was selfless. Giving to others, but not asking, but not asking for help, even when he needed it. He had respect for all life, adopting and caring for many stray pets over the years. He was humble and took great care to make sure his brother stayed with him in his parents absence. He was a listener. You could talk to him about your problems, but he rarely talked about his own. Lastly, he never lost his smile, he was still able to smile in the midst of the many storms that he faced. Reggie was a loving son, father, brother, uncle and cherished friend. He is preceded in peace by his parents Jacqueline Scott and Gregory McGowans. His grandmothers, Sylvia McCray and Thelma McGlone. Reggie leaves behind a legacy of love: two daughters, Ardelle and Karma Dobyns; three sisters, Raven Dobyns, Latoya Dobyns-Rook (Wade), Kandi Dobyns-Daniels (Gerald); step-sister, Keisha McGowans; two brothers, Jamaal Dobyns and Jabriel McGowans; biological father, Reginald Dobyns Sr.; many aunts and uncles, Paul Collins, Resa McCray, Debbie Void, Calvin Collins, Sandra Dobyns, Karl Dobyns, Bridgette Dobyns, Rainy Scott, Christopher Taylor, Lawrence Taylor, Theodore Scott, Reginald Taylor, Darcel Taylor and Theodora Taylor. In addition to nieces and nephews, Savalli Harris, Gabriel and O'Rian Daniels; and a host of dear family and friends. He will be truly missed. "Goodbye are not forever. Goodbye is not the end. They simply mean, I'll miss you until we meet again."

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Reginald Dobyns Jr

September 23, 1997 - February 6, 2023