Dorothy M. Smith

Dorothy M. Smith obituary, Pleasantville, PA

Dorothy M. Smith

Dorothy Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home Inc. on Dec. 31, 2025.
Dorothy M. Smith, 86, of Pleasantville, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at her home following an extended illness.

Dorothy was born on September 18, 1939 in Titusville, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Myrtle Van Guilder Bean. She was married to Clarence C. Smith, Jr. on September 29, 1962 in Titusville. He preceded her in death on March 8, 2020.

Dorothy had attended the Titusville schools.

She enjoyed doing crafts, cross stitch, painting, ceramics and puzzle books. She enjoyed her house plants and taking care of her pet cats. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family.

Dorothy is survived by a son, David Smith of Titusville; a daughter, Tammy Shook of Pleasantville; grandchildren, Sara Shook and fiancée Jerod of Titusville, Diana Exeley and husband David of Titusville, and Brandon Shook stationed with the US Army in California; great grandchildren, Bryce, Bentley and Bailyn Exeley.

Friends may call at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home 303 N. Washington St. Titusville, PA 16354 on Monday, January 5th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at which time the funeral service will be conducted with Rev. William Hopkins officiating.

Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Pleasantville.

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