Robert N. Dockins Sr.

Robert Nelson Dockins, Sr., affectionately known as "Bob", was born on June 22, 1940 to the late Woodrow and Margaret Dockins in Baltimore, MD. On the evening of February 22, 2019, the Angels came and ushered him to heaven where he will have no more pain and suffering and have eternal rest. Bob was educated in the Baltimore City Public System and graduated from Southern High School, where he placed 3rd in the Maryland Scholastic Associations Annual Wrestling Tournament. He went on to earn a diploma from the Broadcasting Institute of Maryland (BIM), where he was later employed and named Director of Negro Recruiting. Bro. Dockins was also a member of the Fraternal Organization of Masonry, Maryland No.#57 Prince Hall Free and Accepted Masons. Early in life, Bob married Mary Russell, and from their union they were blessed with four children. He was employed at several places including, Knox Presbyterian Church, Sleep Rite, Bethlehem Steel, Proctor &Gamble, and most notably WWIN 1400 AM, where he was a radio personality known as "Soul Sockin Boppin Bob Dockins" (S.S.B.B.D.). He was a natural on the air and was known for his saying, "WON'TCHA YA, I REALLY DON'T SEE WHY DON'TCHA". As an entrepreneur, Bob was the owner and operator of Rob's Carryout and went to open S.S.B.B.D. East Molding Republican Social Club, which was a nightlife hotspot, and also served as a meeting place for the community, family, and friends. Bob was a generous, caring person who helped anyone in need and a role model for many. He was a well known figure throughout Baltimore, who supported many foundations including, the Bea Gaddy Foundation, Red Wings Community Softball team and the Channel 13 "Save-A-Life" Saturday (Red Cross) Blood Drives. He also had a strong interest in political affairs and held several fundraising events that lead to the election of both Delegate Clarence "Tiger" Davis and Councilman Carl Stokes. On April 13, 2014 Bob was recognized for his dedication and contributions to the Entertainment Industry receiving certificates from Former U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski; The Comptrollers Office, City Of Baltimore; The City Council of Baltimore; and the Maryland General Assembly of Baltimore County. He was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church where he was baptized and after moving to Ednor Senior apartments, he attended church services held there and served as an usher. He leaves to treasure in his memory, Mary Dockins; three daughters, Jurether Dockins (Maurice Sr.), Margaret Green, Altoviese Hogan; two sons, Robert Dockins, Jr., and Sheldon Dockins; two sisters, Gloria Ash and Regina Blake (Orlando); one brother, Ralph Dockins; a special niece, Mary Jeffreys; one aunt, Ethel Dixon, nine grandchildren, Bernard, Maurice, Jr. (Shanika), Cyrus, Wykerna (James), Jamal (Jade), Michelle, Robert, Margaret (Tony) and Ebony; eleven great grandchildren; one great great grandchild and a host of other loving relatives and countless friends.

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Robert N. Dockins Sr.

June 22, 1940 - February 22, 2019