Richard Franklin Daniel Obituary
We announce the death of Richard Franklin Daniel of Dothan, Alabama, who passed away on November 7, 2026, at the age of 88. Richard will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Richard will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Richard will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Richard’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: wife: Martha Jeannette Smith Daniel; children: Frankie Jeannette Daniel Miller (Dr. Chris Miller), Dr. Deborah Gail Daniel Harris (Jonathan), Richard Martin "Marty" Daniel, Anthony Dewayne "Tony" Daniel (Kim), Nancy Jill Daniel Garzarek (Fred), and Patrick Allen "Pat" Daniel (Marcie); parents: Louis Franklin Daniel and Flora Goode Daniel; siblings: Amy Daniel Anderson, Morris Daniel, Cham Daniel, Peck Daniel, Dolly Lott, Louis Daniel, and Mary Etta Hallewell; grandchildren: Anne Miller, Christopher Miller Jr, Daniel Miller (Kendall), Jennifer Daniel Falk (Adam), Emily Daniel, Matthew Daniel, Jonathan Daniel, Evie Hodac, Farrah Garzarek, Tyler Daniel, Natalie Daniel Jones (Jayce), and Emma Daniel Brannon (Myles); great-grandchildren: Bennett Jones and Ella Garzarek; granddaughter-in-law (preceded in death): Clara McCready Daniel; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, friends and neighbors.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the New Hinson Baptist Church (1143 Co Rd 48, Slocomb, AL 36375). A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
