On Thursday, April 16, 2020, Gentry wasn’t feeling well. A low-grade fever started with random aches and pains. His mother took him to the doctor, and it was discovered that Gentry had Acute Myeloid Leukemia, a very rare potential by-product of his previous chemotherapy treatments. His condition deteriorated rapidly and he left us to be with his Creator on Saturday, April 18, 2020.
Service Information: Gentry will be available for viewing from 9AM to 3PM, Wednesday, April 22, in the funeral home chapel. The family will then receive friends from one’s vehicle from 4PM to 6PM, Wednesday, April 22, at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend, in Waco. You are asked to remain in your vehicle at all times due to the current COVID-19 mandates.
Graveside Service: 1PM Thursday, April 23th at Kerens City Cemetery in Kerens, Texas. Under Texas mandate, up to 10 persons are allowed under the tent with others respecting social distancing from afar.
Gentry was born August 7, 2012 to Hannah and Garrett Dokter. We knew at an early age that Gentry was special and would touch many lives. He was full of personality, had a contagious smile and was gifted with a sparkle in his eyes that brightened the world that we live in.
Who was Gentry Dokter?
Gentry was a little boy who loved his Mom and Dad, his little sister, Emory Jo, his family, hunting, fishing, camping, rodeos and baseball. He loved his dogs, Rita, Haley and Charlie, his chickens, his extended fishing family and many friends. His love for water and the outdoors was evident at an early age. He loved the beach and all outdoor activities. Gentry’s second love was rodeos, especially watching and even attending bull riding events.
In December of 2018, Gentry was diagnosed with Hepatoblastoma (Stage 4 Cancer). This was not the plan we had for his life but was rather God’s plan. Remember we knew he was special at an early age? During the eleven months of chemotherapy and two major surgeries, Gentry continued to smile, touch lives and bring people together. In October of 2019, Gentry’s cancer went into remission and we all celebrated as he rang the bell in front of friends, family and his medical friends.
Gentry was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Cynthia Ann Roller; and his maternal great-grandmother, Evelyn Trent Baxter.
Gentry will be loved and missed by his parents, Garret and Hannah Dokter; sister, Emory Dokter; maternal grandmother, Christine Howell and Roger Tidwell; maternal grandfather, Ben Howell and Susan Rawls; paternal grandfather, Jeff Roller; paternal great-grandmother, Jayne Vogt; maternal great-grandfather, Joe Baxter; maternal uncle and aunt, David and Susan Foreman; and many other relatives and friends.
The family would like to thank Joe and Pam Stone, JMB Fishing Foundation, special friend Dawn Gauer, the Donnell Family, Hope Outdoors, our China Spring and Kerens friends and family, CSYA Baseball family, China Spring ISD Family, and Little Cougar school for your love and support.
Pallbearers will be Dawson Phipps, Joe Stone, Nathan Donnell and Steve Baxter.
A quote from a friend~
“Gentry was a lesson in strength and living life to the fullest.”
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Gentry’s memory to JMB Fishing Foundation.
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So very sorry. Gentry was a precious child.
I’m so so sorry for y’all Loss ??? I have kept up with his journey over the past yrs he was a very strong and brave young man ? y’all’s family is I’m our hearts and prayers ?
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for God’s comfort and strength for all.
There are no words to express how deeply sorry we are for the loss of such a precious little boy. Even though I never met Gentry, following his journey made it seem like I’d known him all his life. He made such an amazing impact on so many lives. I see that by the posts I have read. What an awesome little boy. Garrett, Hannah and Emory may God give you comfort and peace in your time of grief.
Hugs, prayers to Hannah and family.
Santa fe therapy family always!
Love you always
Baxter family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.
Hope Dominguez-Reese
So very sorry for your loss. He was indeed a special child of God. His time on this earth may have been short… but he touched all who had the privilege to get to know him.
Hannah, I’m so sorry to hear of Gentry’s passing. I hope the beautiful memories shared together sustain and bring comfort to you and your family at this very difficult time.
Garrett & Hannah, I am so very sorry to read about Gentry. Please know all of your family and friends feel your loss and pain …. not enough words to express our sorrow to you.
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. There
are no words adequate to express our sorrow for the loss of your child. A beautiful little boy and now a precious little angel? May God bless and comfort you at this time. ???
Gentry was surrounded by love and the best parents to handle his life’s journey. He was a bright life in our lives and will always be in our hearts. Let your light shine bright sweet boy
Didn’t know you courageous boy , only knew of you from the church in Holden MISSOURI & Hope outdoors … everyone here who did know you are sad & will miss you & your family … I’m praying for y’all … a fellow Christ follower & im so sorry & give condolences
I am so sorry for y’all’s loss he was a precious little boy. I remember when he was born and how proud his Grandma Cindy was I’ll never forget that day . My thoughts and prayers are with y’all and may God wrap his arms y’all and give y’all comfort and strength. Love y’all
So sorry for the loss of a brave little boy you will always have that ray of sunshine in your heart and your memories he was a special person and had two wonderful parents and sister who loved him dearly prayers to you all family and friends
I am so sorry for your loss. I followed Gentry’s journey online and could definitely tell he was full of life, and had lots of love and support from a fabulous team of family and friends. You all are definitely in my thoughts.
We are so very sorry for your loss. There are no words we can say. Garrett and Hannah, watching through your posts it’s so obvious that you both are strong and amazing parents. Gentry’s journey has touched so many people. He is now in heaven surrounded by a very cool group of relatives that welcomed him with open arms. Though we may not see each other often, please know we are here if there is anything we can do. Prayers your way…Angie, Dennis, and Cole Howard
Much love for your family!
I’m so sorry for your loss and may GOD be you all through everything you have endured through this journey. I know GOD was with you all and he will continue to be with you. stay strong for each other and we will keep you all in our prayers. Gentry was my boy and I loved his smiled couldn’t get enough. with love Vonzell & Yolanda Baucham
Our hearts break for y’all. Your family will be in our prayers. (((HUGS)))
We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet boy. You are and will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
May God surround you with His love and comfort now and in the days to come❤️