Christopher Michael Doggett, 52, of Forest City died Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. 

Born on March 11, 1973 in Rutherford County to Thomas C. Doggett and the late Carole Yelton Doggett.  Chris served the community while working for a number of different locations as a heating and air conditioner repairman and service technician.  A trade he approached with pride, skill and an unwavering commitment to helping others by making sure his customers were taken care of and were comfortable.    

Outside of work, Chris was an avid motorcycle enthusiast.  From dirt bike to Harley-Davidson, he enjoyed the open road and the camaraderie that came from the ride.

Chris was preceded in death by his mother Carole Yelton.

Chris is survived by his father, Thomas C. Doggett and wife Glorious of Forest City, a son, Alex Doggett of Forest City, a daughter, Molly Doggett of Forest City and his brother Brian English and wife Judith and their children all of Asheville, North Carolina.

A family officiated service will be held at 2 o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, August 9th at the Harmon Street Baptist Church in Forest City.

In lieu of flowers the family asked to please donate to Chris’s Go Fund Me fundraiser at:  Fundraiser by Molly Doggett : Support Chris Doggett's Cancer Battle

 The Padgett and King Mortuary & Crematory is in charge of arrangements and an online guest registry is available at www.padgettking.com