Delma Ruth Lee, 85, resident of Dothan, Alabama, passed away on May 17, 2026.
Delma was born on July 15, 1940, and was originally from Clayton. After graduating from high school, she moved to Dothan, where she built a life marked by steady devotion, quiet strength, and a deep love for the people and places around her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Joe Lee, by her parents, Grover and Ruth King, and her son in law, Alan Wright.
Delma devoted 32 years of faithful service to the City of Dothan, where she served as city clerk. Throughout her long career, she was known for her professionalism, her reliability, and the gracious manner in which she carried out her responsibilities. Her work reflected the same integrity and care that she brought to every part of her life, and she earned the respect of those who worked alongside her.
A woman of strong faith, Delma had been a member of Calvary Baptist Church since 1960. Her church family was an important part of her life, and she found joy and comfort in worship, fellowship, and the fellowship of Sunday School. Her faith remained a steady presence throughout her years and was evident in the way she lived with kindness, humility, and grace.
In retirement, Delma enjoyed working in her yard. She also loved being involved in her neighborhood garden club and took pleasure in the friendships and shared interests that came with it. She appreciated simple joys and found happiness in the everyday moments that made a house feel like home and a community feel like family.
Above all, Delma cherished her family. She was a loving mother to her daughters, Amy Park and her husband Aubrey, and Carol Wright. She was a proud grandmother to her four grandsons, Jordan Park and his wife Chelsea, Everett Park and his wife Kelsey, Colby Wright, and his wife Wendy, and Bailey Wright and his fiancée Kathleen Weatherford. She delighted in her great-grandchildren, Everlee Park, Peyton Park, Ellie Park, and Charlee Park, and treasured the blessing of watching her family grow through the generations. She is also survived by her sister, Shirley Benefield, and several nieces and nephews.
Delma will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her unwavering faith, and her devotion to her family and community. She lived a life of purpose and quiet dignity, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and steadfast commitment to those she held dear. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
A celebration of Delma’s life will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Hunt officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00pm-2:00pm on Tuesday. A private family graveside will be held at Gardens of Memory.
