Dalton was predeceased by his parents, Hoye and Eva Lou Splawn, and his brother, Dale. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Joan; their four sons and wives, and their thirteen grandchildren: Steven and Amy Splawn (Katherine Duncan and husband Trey, Margaret and Madeline); David and Blakeley Splawn (Linley, Benjamin, Brooks, and John Dalton); Keith and Charlee Splawn (Emery Thomas, Evelyn, and Daley); Clay and Kristina Splawn (Diana, Dalton, and Robert). He is also survived by his sister Carole, her husband, Junior Hill, and sister-in-law Danna Splawn.
Dalton’s life was characterized by his commitment to faith, family, friends, and service to others. He served the Lord as a member at Hoover’s Green Valley Church for over fifty years, serving in many leadership capacities like teaching Sunday School and as a deacon; he also participated in multiple mission trips abroad to Brazil, Romania, and Ukraine. His devotion to family extended generations, shepherding his children through the ups and downs of life, and attending sports events as a proud grandfather, known affectionately as “Pops.” With friends, Dalton enjoyed engaging in competitive fellowship on the basketball court and the golf course. His Christian service extended into his professional life, too, where he was partner at the accounting firm, Mackle, Splawn, Tindall, and MacDonald. Through all, Dalton lived a Christ-like life: humble, kind, selfless, and devoted to others. “Well done, good and faithful servant!”
A visitation with the family will be on Tuesday, September 27 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Southern Heritage Funeral Home, 475 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham, Alabama 35124, followed by a funeral service at 2:00 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.southernheritagefunerals.com for the Splawn family.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to:
Fellowship of Christian Athletes of Greater Birmingham; 5184 Caldwell Mill Rd, Suite 204-286; Hoover, AL 35244 or online at https://my.fca.org/billgray
and/or Sav-A-Life, Inc.: 1480 McGuire Rd; Birmingham, AL, 35216 or online at www.savalife.org/donate.
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