Arthur Ray Lamberth

Arthur Ray Lamberth, affectionately known as Art, passed away September 5, 2024. He was 77. Born on March 21, 1947, in Tallassee, Alabama, Art dedicated his life to serving his community and cherishing his loved ones.

A proud veteran, Art served in the U.S. Army before embarking on a distinguished career in law enforcement as an Opelika police officer and a state trooper. He later transitioned into the automotive industry, where he became a respected car salesman, a career that spanned over 50 years. Before he retired from the former Ben Atkinson Motors, he was consistently salesman of the month for years. He also served many years representing East Tallassee on the Tallassee City Council. Art was a devoted fan of Alabama Football. His leisure time often found him fishing with friends and family, a testament to his love for nature and the joy he found in sharing the outdoors with others. He also took great pride in watching his grandchildren compete in various athletic events, always offering his enthusiastic support from the sidelines.

He was preceded in death by his father, James (Jim) Lamberth and his mother, Marie K. Lamberth. He is survived by his loving, caring wife of 24 years, Mary Love Lamberth; son, Ray Lamberth (Susan); daughter, Brandi McDonald (David); stepsons, Chris Brown (Jolleen) and Erik Brown (Jennifer); sister, Sue Allen; nephew, Charles Allen; grandchildren, JT Lamberth, Bentley Lamberth, Ryan Davis and Daniel Lamberth; and step-grandchildren, Brooke Brenner, Sydney Brown, Dade McDonald and Lettie McDonald.

Visitation will begin at 9 AM, Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 10 AM. Charles Blalock will officiate. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery.

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Linville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory
Eclectic, Alabama