United States Veteran 
Doctor Randall Choice III
“DOCK”
“Whatever You Do, Work Heartily, as for The Lord” -Colossians 3:23

“May the Work I’ve Done Speak For Me”

Doctor Randall Choice III, commonly known as to as “Dock,” was the son of Reverend Doctor R. Choice and Mother Annie Mae Stephens Choice. He was born in Greenville, Florida, on January 13, 1938. Not only did his parents instill godly principles, but they also encouraged him and his siblings to reach their full potential in everything they aspired to do, even if it seemed impossible for them to do during that era. He was a lifelong resident of the Madison County community.

Dock grew up in a household where faith was valued, God was honored, and church attendance was expected. He accepted Christ as his Redeemer at an early age and became a member of New Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville. He continued to grow spiritually and responsibly and later in life, he became the Trustee Board Chairman.

“May the life I Lived Speak for Me”

Dock’s mother, who was a school teacher, taught him at home before he was old enough to be enrolled. Therefore, when he began first grade, he was ahead and he continued to soar academically. He graduated from Greenville Training School in 1955, holding the esteemed position as Senior Class President and Valedictorian. Prior to that, he was the basketball team captain and a member of the track and field team. He pledged membership in the brotherhood of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity at Florida A & M University, but this did not distract him graduating Summa Cum Laude (highest academic honors) with his Batchelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. After teaching for a few years at Madison County Training School, he enrolled in Miami Dade College to earn a degree in Mortuary Science. He completed his internship at Tillman Funeral Home in Monticello, Florida, and became the first licensed African American funeral director in Madison County. Dock’s yearning for education continued as he enrolled at Saint Leo College to earn his Pre-Law degree. He exemplified a lifelong pursuit of gaining knowledge by validating the premise that one is never too old to learn.

“May the Service I Give Speak for Me”

Dock enlisted in the United States Army in June 1962 with his first deployment to France. He served his country honorably fulfilling positions as radio teller type operator, military police (MP), and first Sergeant of the Criminal Investigative Division (CID). Soon after his honorable discharge from active duty, he continued his service for fifteen additional years in the U.S. Army Reserves.

“The Work I’ve Done, Sometimes Seems So Small”

Because of his curiosity in learning and opportunities for personal growth, Dock Choice challenged himself to learn to do a variety of things. He was a school teacher in Madison County, FL, an insurance agent in Thomasville, GA, a car salesman in Bartow, FL, a police officer in Lake Wales, FL, a carpenter (construction) throughout North Florida, an 18-wheeler/truck driver certification, and Licensed Funeral Director at Manor Wright Funeral Home and Tillman Funeral Home. He had many rewarding career experiences, including owning D. R. Choice & Sons Funeral Home.

“When I’m Resting in My Grave; There’s Nothing More to Be Said”

Doctor Randall Choice III was generous in spirit, accomplished in professionalism, and unwavering in his pursuit of service. However, the Lord saw that His servant was getting tired. Therefore, He chose Monday, January 19, 2026, as the appointed date for him to receive his heavenly reward…. The work assigned for Dock to do is now complete.

“May the Work I’ve done Speak for Me”

The life, love, and legacy of this esteemed patriarch, Doctor “Dock” Randall Choice III will be engrained in the hearts and cherished in the memory of his beloved family. Loved ones who will forever honor his precious memory are children: Daphne Daniels, Daniel (Willa) Choice, Dallas (Lucinda) Choice, Tina Choice, Darlann Choice, Damon Choice, Jackie Choice, Darlene (Morris) Tucker, Darlisa (Freddie McGill) Williams, Angela Choice, Rose Choice, Genesis Choice, Randy Baker, Cicely Randolph, Tiffany Johnson, Jovans Lundy, Michael Parrish, and Josh (raised as a son); goddaughter: Demetria (Ulysses) Phillips; bonus brother: Dr. Carl Joseph; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; caregivers: Brittany “TT” Crumity, Shernita “Boo” Solomon, and Fredisa “My Gal” Williams; along with many other sorrowing relatives, and loving friends.

Loved ones who preceded Doctor Randall Choice III in death were his parents: Reverend Doctor Choice and Mother Annie Mae Stephens Choice; his son, Darrell Randall Choice; his siblings: Annie Mae Watkins, Louise Washington, Willie Daniel Choice, Ollie Sheffield, Maggie Oridge, Thomas “Sonny” Shackleford, Willa Jean Mansell; his son-in-law, James Daniels; and his godson, Coach Amos Turner.