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A gentle soul who taught me to type in high school. With her encouragement, we learned quickly. God Speed to you!
John Gill (Lakehill Prep, Class of 1974)
October 04, 2013


Dallas, Texas
1936 - 2013
Appleton, Jean C. On July 20, 2013 we lost a most exceptional lady. Jean Cranford Appleton was born November 20, 1936 in Mt. Vernon, Texas. Her husband, Duaine, predeceased her as did her parents, A. B. and Helen Pippen Cranford of Commerce, Texas and brother, Jerry Cranford. Jean married Duaine...
Read MoreA gentle soul who taught me to type in high school. With her encouragement, we learned quickly. God Speed to you!
John Gill (Lakehill Prep, Class of 1974)
October 04, 2013
Mrs. Appleton taught with love for her subject and her students. she tried daily to connect her passion for literature and learning with her pupils at Lakehill. What a gift she was to us and that will never change.
Linda Locklear Middleton
October 04, 2013 | Heber,, UT
Jean was a great Texas lady and I will always remember her.
Bettye Lou Oliger Fox
August 07, 2013
The Commerce Hometown Gang allows me to speak for them in tribute to Jean. We treasured and loved her, and we send our love to her family. May God bring you comfort.
August 03, 2013
I met Jean and Duaine through Jean's brother, Bill. What a lovely couple. They will be missed. My heart and love go out to the family during this sad occasion.
Karen Downey
August 02, 2013 | Alvin, TX
Jean was always poised, beautiful and sensitive to the feelings of others. She was a great teacher but an even better friend. She will be missed.
Laura Richey
August 01, 2013 | Plano, TX