Funeral services will be today in the Harvest Church, located at 2727 Fortner Street in Dothan, at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Ralph Sigler officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2346 W. Main Street, Dothan, AL 36301.
Mr. Ethridge was born in Houston county and lived in Ozark, Enterprise and Troy before moving to Dothan 25 years ago. He retired as the owner and operator of Alabama Auto Sales in Dothan. Mr. Ethridge was a member of the Harley Davidson Owners Group. He attended Harvest Church and was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Ethridge.
Mike was one of the most giving and loving persons to family, friends and even strangers. He will be remembered for his positive attitude and the way he lived and loved life. He loved his wife more than words could express, his children and grandchildren and his treasured Harley Davidson motorcycle.
Surviving relatives include his wife Diane Hendley Ethridge of Dothan; two sons, Heath Ethridge and wife Lindsey Ethridge of Birmingham, Jeremy Pope and wife Rita Pope of Dothan; a daughter, Shana Wallace and husband Chris Wallace of Dothan; his parents, Carl Ray Ethridge and Dovie Bostick Ethridge of Enterprise; a sister, Cindy Buxton and husband Ted Buxton of Enterprise; two brothers, Joe Ethridge and wife Holly Ethridge of Atlanta, Dennis Ethridge and wife Zoleta Ethridge of Enterprise; four grandchildren, Jessica Adams, Ashley Adams, Lauren Adams and Cayman Pope.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Chris Wallace, Billy Pfalzgraff, Gary Rhenigan, Marty Cochran, Garnett Rigsby, Larry Williams, Kim Smith and Eric Moore.
Holman-Headland Mortuary, (334) 693-3371, is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Faye Phillips
July 3, 2007
Diane & family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. You are in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. Mike was one of the nicest people we have known. Mike will truly be missed by all.
Larry, Faye & Daniel Phillips
Steve Watson
June 26, 2007
Thinking of the Ethridge family. I grew up with Mike, Charles, Joe, Dennis and Cindy 35 yrs ago. I have kept up with home and my old friends through my Mom all these years. Sorry to hear you've moved on Mike, "KEEP THE SHINEY SIDE UP"!
June 25, 2007
Diane ,
I was sooo very shocked and saddened to hear about Mike. Going back 20+ years , some of my best memories of Dothan were spent in the company of you and Mike ,(my ex Beth), back when Mike was young , brash , and just starting to make his mark in the car business.
Although having moved from Alabama several years ago, i still keep track of "happenings" , and now i find myself "again" crying for the loss of one of my former best buddies in the whole world.
You always knew where you stood with Mike , and that's what people admired in him.
Diane , i have never forgot you and Mike , and at this time of grieving for you , my thoughts and prayers are with you , your family, and Mike's family . When all is said and done , Mike will not only be sorely missed by you and YOUR family , but all the other people like myself that called him a friend. GOD BLESS MIKE ... John Boy
NINA & JEFFREY BRANNON
June 23, 2007
DIANE AND FAMILY, MANY PRAYERS WILL BE LIFTED UP FOR YOU IN THE DAYS AHEAD! I KNOW IT IS GOING TO BE HARD FOR YOU, BUT GOD IS ABLE TO KEEP YOU STRONG. CHERISH THE PRECIOUS MEMORIES THAT YOU WILL FOREVER HAVE IN YOUR HEART, AND KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOVED BY SO MANY PEOPLE AND WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU DAILY AND GODS ANGELS WILL BE THERE HOLDING YOU UP. WE LOVE YOU! NINA & JEFFREY BRANNON
George Ellison
June 23, 2007
Prayers are for Mike's Family.
We will miss him.....
Glenn & Ollie Golden
June 22, 2007
Diane,
We don't know each other very well
We have known Mike since he was a
Kid he grew up a cross the stree
From us. My son Glenn and Mike was
Close friends through high school
And then they went their seprate
Ways after high school.
We have kept up with Mike ever since he got sick through Carl & Dovie we have prayed for him & you
Ever since we heard of his cancer
We have kept Glenn informed as to
How he was doing. I am so sorry
Mike was a sweet person he was like one of our kids growing up always running in and out of our house and we loved him. and we love you. We are praying for you and your family and for carl & Dovie and for all of his family.
God will see you through this.
He said he would never leave us alone. and he never makes a promeis
he don't keep.
God bless you We are praying
Glenn & Ollie Golden
sue ellison
June 22, 2007
sorry to hear about mike death.
Jim & Barbara Dorothy
June 22, 2007
When me moved to Dothan, we did not know anyone and had no friends. Mike and Diane were one of the first couples we met and had an immediate connection. That was a short 8 years ago and we have remained extremely close, visiting each other often, even when we moved back to Kansas City. Our lives are so much richer having known Mike & Diane. We love you Diane and our prayers are with you.
Jeff Sowell
June 22, 2007
Diane & Shana,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Jeff Sowell and family
June 22, 2007
DIANE,
MIKE WILL BE SADLY MISSED.
TIM PERRY
HD PARTS DEPT.
Catheryn Brandon
June 22, 2007
Diane, my thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of great sorrow and loss. Words are inadequate to express the burden I feel for you at this time--my heart goes out to you and your family. Much love and prayers.
Teresa, Kristie & Amanda
June 22, 2007
Diane,Shana,Lauren, Ashley,Jessica,Caymon & Jeremy, We are so sorry to hear about Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sam Folmar
June 22, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Heather Brodacki
June 22, 2007
Mike you were a great man and the Lord needed another Angel so he took you away from all your pain & suffering. You will be missed by all your friends and family. I know I will miss that smiling face I saw every week at Deanco Auto Auction, however we will all see your smile agin one day. We love you mike. From all of your friends at Deanco Auto Auction.
Simanola Strickland
June 22, 2007
We are deeply saddened to hear about Mike. He will be greatly missed, May the Lord bless and comfort you during this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bondy's Accounting Department
(The girls in the back office)
Steve and Lisa Ketchum
June 22, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Remember that the Lord will get you through this. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike & Donna Chafin
June 22, 2007
My prayers were with Mike as he fought his last battle and now those prayers are with you, Diane, as well as the rest of the families touched by the tragedy. Our sympathies are with you all. I will always have fond memories, of Mike, and how he welcomed me into his home. I will miss him.
Jimmy & Michelle Faulk
June 22, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Timothy Walker
June 21, 2007
Dear Diane,
My daddy is very upset about this. We all hope the best for you.
Kim McDaniel
June 21, 2007
Diane:
I just wanted to let you know how very sorry I was to hear about Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
June 21, 2007
our thoughts and prayers are with the ethridge family.
mike vann
wayne vann and family
PAUL MCINTOSH
June 21, 2007
DIANE, YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU AND FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW.
PAUL MCINTOSH
June 21, 2007
DIANE, I'VE KEPT UP WITH MIKE'S JOURNEY. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU AND FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW.
Donna Watson
June 21, 2007
Dear Heath, Lindsey and family,
You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
We love you,
Tim, Donna, Lauren, Rebekah & Joshua
Greg Sutton
June 21, 2007
I am so sorry for Diane & All The Ethridge family. I knew Mike 21 years and glad we were friends. I will always have good memories of Mike and he will be missed. I wish Carl & Dovie and Mike's brothers and sister the "will" to get through this difficult time. Bless You All & God Bless Mike Ethridge
CAROL BUTLER
June 21, 2007
THINKING OF YOU AT THIS TIME....
WE WILL MISS SEEING MIKE IN THE MOTORCLOTHES DEPT....
MOTORCLOTHES CHICKS
CAROL BUTLER
June 21, 2007
We want you to know that you are in our prayers....
CAROL AND BENNY BUTLER
H-D OF DOTHAN
Sylvia and Doug Dismukes
June 21, 2007
Diane, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.
Ed and Deborah Haire
June 21, 2007
Mike was a true friend in every way. We will miss him dearly. Diane God will be with you until you see Mike again.
Joyce & Myron Cramer
June 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Diane, as you face the loss of your wonderful husband.
Charlotte Bond
June 21, 2007
I've known Mike for many years beginning in the Dothan Auto Auction days. I am terribly sorry for your loss. I really liked working with him. He was a great guy. May God Bless you.
Charlotte Bond
Mike Schmitz Automotive Group
June 21, 2007
Mike and Diane have been our "special friends" for 20 years. Mike will always be remembered for his fun, out-going personality and his great love for his family. He will be greatly missed. With deepest sympathy,
Scott and Marcia Whatley
Laurie Williams
June 21, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I knew Mike from the auction and I worked with him for a short time at Gilland Mitsubishi. He was a pleasure to know.
God Bless You,
Laurie B. Williams
Gilland Mitsubishi
Joanna Everson
June 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mike was such a special person to us. He always made us feel welcome and special. Diane, we are here for you and we love you.
Radar and Joanna Everson
Stacy Thomley
June 21, 2007
Diane, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Larry & Melanie Christianson
June 21, 2007
Although we did not know Mike personally, we felt we did through Joe and Holly. Throughout his illness, our family and friends have faithfully prayed for Mike and those who loved and cared for him. Please accept our sincere sympathy in your loss. Carl, Dovie, Diane and all his loving family, we share your sadness and celebrate his legacy.
Sinclair and LaRhonda Keith
June 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kelly White
June 21, 2007
Diane,
I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kelly White @ Century 21 Key Realty
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