Richard "Dick" Dempsey Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 19, 2026 in Dothan, Alabama

Richard "Dick" Dempsey Sr.

March 1, 1934 - February 19, 2026 (91 years old)

Dothan, Alabama

Richard "Dick" Dempsey Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 19, 2026 in Dothan, Alabama

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Richard "Dick" Dempsey Sr.

March 1, 1934 - February 19, 2026 (91 years old)

Dothan, Alabama

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Richard Dempsey Sr. Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 19, 2026, at the age of 91, Richard Dempsey Sr. (Dothan, Alabama) passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Dempsey Sr. to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Richard may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Dempsey and Mary Lew Higgins; his wife Betty Dempsey; and his son Richard "Ricky" Dempsey, Jr.. He is survived by: his children, Terresa Krusen of Ashford and Timothy Dempsey (Wendy) of Chesapeake, VA; his grandsons, Todd Lewis of Chesapeake, VA, Kyle Lewis (Emily) of Knotts Island, NC and Alexander Dempsey (Ali) of Richmond, VA; and his great grandchild Aiden Dempsey. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ward-Wilson Funeral Home - Dothan



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50 Crestlawn Cir, Cowarts, AL 36312

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