Funeral service for Arthur Dowdell, 70, of Auburn, AL, will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 7, 2025, at True Deliverance Holiness Church, 936 North Donahue Drive, Auburn, AL, 36832 with interment in Westview Cemetery, 700 Westview Drive, Auburn, AL, 36830, Bishop Nolan Torbert, Pastor and Officiating, Bishop Calvin Daniel, Eulogist.
Bishop Dowdell, who passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025 at St. Francis Emory Healthcare in Columbus, Georgia, was born September 24, 1954 in Lee County, Alabama.
Public viewing will be Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Bishop Dowdell will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service,
He leaves to cherish his precious memory: wife, Antwameka “Joyce” Dowdell, Sr. of Auburn, AL; twelve children, LaTossia Washington of Opelika, AL, Conseula (Calvin) Ogletree of Columbus, GA, Cornelia (Gino) Dowdell of Atlanta, GA, Kelly Dowdell of Auburn, AL, Nicholas Dowdell of Tuskegee, AL, Olympia Tramell of El Paso, TX, Arthur Dowdell, Jr., Kia Dowdell both of Auburn, AL, Kayla (Adrien) Black of Houston, TX, Travis Yancey, Javion Dowdell both of Auburn, AL and Zyshaun Gordon of Columbus, GA; one sister, Elizabeth Trammell of Austin, TX; one brother, Willie Crowder of Auburn, AL; godson, Evangelist Brandon Roberts of Fayetteville, NC; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, aunts, uncles, in-laws, other relatives and friends.
Markeisha Stargill sent Exquisite Tribute Standing Spray for Bishop Arthur Lewis "A.L." Dowdell, Sr. - February 05, 2025
Our Condolences To The Dowdell Family In The Loss Of Your Love OneMay God The Lord Give You Strength,Peace Love As You Go Through This Difficult Time.🙏🏾💐🙏🏽💕🕊️🙏🏾👼
So sorry for your loss sending you my prayer to you and your family
Nick, Consuela, Tanyeitta, and family praying for strength and comfort during this time..
I will always remember you from the first time I met you and always after. I asked God to put someone in my life that I could talk to and pray for me when needed and he sent you I will miss you. R.I.H.P. Bishop. You have done your job.
Thank you for always being a great Godfather to my kids and I . I didn't know Jesus until I joined the ministry at 17. You and Prophetess has been a Beacon of light and hope into my life and the lives of others. Your legeacy will carry on as you have joined our heavenly father. You've always preached about the coming of time and always said we better get right with God before it's too late. I know you're singing in the heavens❤️ Love you Godfather Always Joya Jireh Orlanni & Yamir
I'm sending my condolences to our family. He will be missed and made an impact in so many people lives. I'm sending prayers during this time.
I am sorry for your loss of a love one. Our condolences to your family. Katherine Thomas and family.
"I am deeply saddened by the loss of your father. His legacy will be cherished by all who knew him." "Your father's wisdom and guidance will live on through the memories you shared.
"He was an amazing mentor, pastor, singer, and community worker!" A true pioneer and legend! He helped me beyond measure ministry wise and was a great leader! Fresh Anointing International Church wouldn't be where it is today if it wasn't for the Lord sending Bishop Dowdell and his lovely wife Prophetess Joyce!
So sorry for your lost! A.H.!!
I know there are no words that can ease your pain. Just know that I'm thinking of you during this difficult time, Sending prayers for peace, strength and comfort during this tough time. My lifelong friend will be truly missed. Blessings,
❤️❤️❤️❤️Pastor A.H.Shealey and the MTZBC of Loachapoka sends condolences prayers & love
My Deepest Condolences To The Family Bishop AL Dowdell Was One Of A Kind A Bold Warrior ,Legend in His Community and Abroad, He Loved His Wife ,Childrens, Family. Bishop Dowdell Stood For What Is Right ! He will Truly Be Missed By Many Rest Well Bishop A L Dowdell
My prayers and condolences to his wife and family he truly be missed he preached 3 of my family members funeral time I called he jumped right on it
My prayers and condolences to his wife and family he will truly be missed I been knowing him all my life he preached 3ofmy family member's funeral
Praying for the family and friends and God will give comfort doing this difficult time love khadijah Martin burks
My deepest condolences. Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. You're in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
May. The. Lord. God. Keep. This. Arms. Around the. Dowdell. Family
Tossia, we're so sorry for your loss. Praying for you always.
MAY THE LORD OUR GOD SEND HIS GRACE AND MERCY TO COMFORT THE FAMILY IS MY PRAYER
Sending condolences to the family. Tossia you are in our prayers. — Love you Chris and Catherine Tolbert
The Zellars Ave Family sends there condolences
I just want to extend my condolences to Bishop Arthur Lewis Dowdell, Sr.' family for your loss. Willie T. Yancey, Jr.
Dear Conseula,
We are deeply saddened to hear about your father's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you during this difficult time.
With heartfelt sympathy, Your Classmates C/O 93
Sending our deepest condolences to the Dowdell family. Rev. Dowdell will be Truly missed. Praying for the family. ~The Parker's Family~
Mu condolences goes out to the Dowdell family. May God Keep you in your time of need.
My condolences to the family. Losing someone you love is like losing part of yourself! Nadine Whitaker
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family, Rev. Dowdell with be missed.. Pam
My Deepest Condolences To You All
My heartfelt sympathy is extended to The Dowdell Family. It is never easy to lose someone so special in your life. God will take care of you.
Sending condolences to the family...sorry for your loss.
Sending Condolences From John and Bettye Williams Praying That The Lord Will Continue Keeping You All.Each Day. Loving You All. In Jesus Name. ❤️🌹
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