Dodson, Carole Lynn Walker "Granny"

A memorial service for Carole Dodson, 70, of Longview, will be held at 
10 a.m. Wednesday, June 13, 2007, at the chapel of Rader Funeral Home 
of Longview, with Chester Wayne Wilson officiating. Burial will be held 
at a later date.

Ms. Dodson passed away Sunday evening, June 10, 2007, at Good Shepherd 
Medical Center, following a lengthy illness. She was surrounded by 
family and friends.

Carole was born April 17, 1937, in Avinger, to Felix T. and Carriemae 
Walker. She graduated from Avinger High School. Carole was a longtime 
employee of Great American Foods.

"Granny" enjoyed watching basketball, fishing, visiting with family and 
friends and cooking for everyone. Her friends and family were blessed by 
her open heart. She never met a stranger and treated everyone like family. 
She was known for her compassion and selflessness.

Carole was preceded in death by her one and only precious son, Jim Dodson, 
in 1991; and her parents.

Carole is survived by her five daughters, Tina Cates Dutton of Bossier 
City, Louisiana, Glenda and husband, Joe Wilhelm of Longview, Donna and 
husband, Johnny Allen of Diana, Shandra and husband, Bill Rash of White 
Oak and Vanessa Jenkins Walker of Longview; sister, Mary Walker Edwards 
of Longview; brother, Tommy Walker of Avinger; sister, Beverly Walker Drew 
of Longview; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and 
nephews; and her loyal and loving dog, "Honey".

The family wishes to extend special thanks to Mary Nell Morgan, "Granny's" 
longtime friend and caregiver; Laura and Bill Allen; and Lisa Irions.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of 
Avinger.

Following the memorial service, the family will receive friends at the home 
of Joe and Glenda Wilhelm, 826 Lansing Switch Road, Longview.

A memorial guestbook may be signed at www.raderfh.com.

Published in the Longview News-Journal on 6/12/2007.