Funeral service for Thomasine Whitlow, 56, of Opelika, AL, will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 10, 2026, at First Methodist Church of Opelika, 702 Avenue A, Opelika, AL 36801 with interment in Evergreen Cemetery, 1409 Monroe Avenue, Opelika, AL, 36801, Dr. Nolan Donald, Senior Pastor, Associate Pastor Rick Lane, Eulogist.
Mrs. Whitlow, who passed away Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama, was born February 2, 1970, in Macon County, Alabama.
Public viewing will be Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Mrs. Whitlow will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.
She leaves to cherish her memory: two children, Justin Whitlow of Auburn, AL and Cameron Whitlow of Opelika, AL; one sister, Geraldine T. Barrow of Opelika, AL; two brothers, Clifford (Pauline) Thomas of Hendersonville, TN and Timothy (Dana) Thomas of Union City, GA; grandmother, Sadie Mae Williams of Salem, AL; two aunts, Mary Askew of Opelika, AL and Gloria Dunklin of Salem, AL; a special niece, Kenyetta Barrow of Opelika, AL; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Send flowers to the service of Thomasine Donna "Dawn" Whitlow
Margie's House sent Mixed Dish Garden for Thomasine Donna "Dawn" Whitlow - April 09, 2026
Vantrell Wilson planted 5 trees in memory of Thomasine Donna "Dawn" Whitlow . - April 09, 2026
Condolences, Peace and Blessings to the Family! May God be Pleased and Bless with her soul!
Dawn - always kind and loving. She was willing to be a constant help to others.
There really aren't words to describe the joy, love, and kindness Dawn brought into this world. She was always there—anytime you needed her. You could call, and she would be there without hesitation. She truly made the world a better place.
She loved children with her whole heart and talked about her kids with so much pride. Cameron and Justin, she was so proud of you both. I'm so sorry for your loss—my heart and prayers are with you.
What a sweet, kind soul the world has lost. Dawn helped raise my sweet baby at Dandyland. Always smiling. I was fortunate to work with her at HR. She always had my favorite candy at her desk. Her laughter and smile will be missed. Rest peacefully now sweet Dawn.
To the entire families of Thomasine, 🙏🙏 I'm so sorry to hear of Thomasine transitioned, May God embrace all of you with his unfailing love and comfort...... Darlean Graham
My sincerest condolences to Cameron and Justin. I first met Dawn years ago when she was my supervisor at Dandyland, and later I got to know her again as a fellow "dance mom." She was always smiling, always kind, and somehow always keeping the rest of us laughing too. She will truly be missed. She was a light.
I was friends with Thomas inevitably at Opelika High, class of 88. I remember her as a sweet, very personable, loving girl. She had a gorgeous spirit about her. I was very saddened to her she passed. Prayers for her family. 🙏
I had the joy of knowing Dawn from the days of Dandyland and later as a coworker and friend in HR. Dawn had a sweet, kind spirit as well as a delightful sense of humor. May her memory be a blessing.
My sincere condolences to Cameron and all that loved Thomasine. I am sorry for you loss. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.
Ms. Dawn had such a profound impact on our family, especially our sweet boys. We feel incredibly blessed to have known her over these past few years at First Methodist Opelika. She had a gift for making children feel seen and loved. Our most sincere condolences and prayers are with her family during this time.
Dawn was such a special person who would always light up the room with her witty personality and a smile that was always there! She will be greatly missed but is now without pain and suffering and with her Savior! Prayers for all of her family!!
My sincere condolences to the family of Thomasine Whitlow🙏🏾
I had the pleasure of working with Dawn during my HR tenure at EAMC. She had the kindest soul and a very sweet spirit. I offer my sincerest condolences to her family and work family. She will be greatly missed.
I will always remember how wonderfully kind she was to all of the kids at MYM. My mom and I loved her dearly. The love that she gave everyone so openly was so beautiful. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Forever in my heart, the childhood memories and laughs we shared will stay with me until we meet again. I love you Dawn.
Dawn was such a kind person and always had that smile. I met her at Dandyland when my grandson went there and then she came to HR. A beautiful person inside and out..
Dawn will be greatly missed. I loved her big personality and she would always make me laugh and smile. She kept me straight for many years while my kids were at Dandyland. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Dawn was one of a kind. I worked with her for years at Dandyland and was never a dull moment there. She will be missed!
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.