Huntsville, Alabama
1934 - 2023
Barbara Joan Gates Dowdle January 2, 1934 - January 29, 2023 Barbara Joan Gates Dowdle was born in Helena, Alabama on the 2nd day of January 1934. Joan, as she was known, graduated from Thompson High School and received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from the Alabama...
Read MoreJan, I´m thinking of you and your family, as a year has passed since your sweet mom went to be with the Lord. We never stop missing them, for sure!
Barbara Proudfoot
January 26, 2024 | Family
Joanna, you & your family is precious to us and the FBC family. Sending love & prayers for Gods comfort during this time.
Tony, Carol & Ava Lyerly
February 01, 2023
I am so sorry about your mom. Jan, I remember what a sweet lady she was and always smiling. God bless all of you.
Barbara Proudfoot Benjamin
February 01, 2023 | Family
Joan was a grand lady! She guided me through my first years of teaching. I will never forget her!!!!You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam McGowan
January 31, 2023 | School
Jan, Jeanne and Joanna, My heart goes out to you at the loss of your dear mother. What a kind and truly special lady she was. I cherish memories of my times with all of you. May God comfort and sustain you. With love and sympathy, Laura
Laura Patterson
January 31, 2023 | Friend
Joan was a wonderful person! I was so fortunate to work with her. She cared about the students, the parents, and the teachers. Huntsville was lucky to have her in the community! Joyce
Joyce
January 31, 2023
