This obituary was beautifully written by Katie’s family:
Antionette Kay Rackley, affectionally known as “Katie” was born on May 7, 1964 to Sam and Jeanette Dotson. She was the best mother, grandmother, wife, and sister. She was welcomed into the loving arms of her savior, Jesus Christ, on February 17, 2026 surrounded by her family at home. She fought a valiant battle and is finally receiving her riches of a life well lived. Katie was preceded in death by her parents, Same and Jeanette Dotson; sisters, Melissa Calloway of Florida and Janie George of Arizona; and brother, Rickey Dotson of Decatur. We know they were all waiting for her with open arms. She is survived by her husband of over 20 years, Jimmy Rackley; two daughters, Kristal Martin (Jack) of Trinity and Ashley Miller (Robert) of Arab; three sons, Justin Gower of Decatur, Steven Gower of Decatur, and Coty Lackey of Moulton; two brothers, Doyle Dotson (Sue) of Booneville, MS. and Shane Dotson (Tammy) of Hartselle; two sisters, Cindi Adams (Gary) of Moulton and Ethel Hayes of Oregon; nine grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was deeply loved, to say the least. A special thank you goes out to Gail King, Katie’s round the clock caregiver for the last several weeks, and Hospice of North Alabama, especially Bridgette Hood. Our mother was a selfless, kind, extraordinary woman with an exceptional faith in her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. There is no doubt in our mind that she is rejoicing in the streets of gold today and forevermore. She meant the world to her entire family, and we’ll spend the rest of our life missing her until we see her again. Visitation will be Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Moulton Heritage Funeral Home, where the service will be Friday at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be at Cheatham Cemetery (near Speake). Brother Nathaniel Sherill will officiate. Memories and condolences can be shared at moultonheritagefh.com.
