Dorothy M. Smith

Dorothy M. Smith, "Dottie", 98, of Alsace Township, passed away Thursday, December 26th, at her residence. Dorothy was born in Reading, on October 23, 1926, a daughter of the late Christine (Geppert) Haas and Ralph J. Haas, Sr. She was the widow of Leo J. Smith, Sr. Mr. Smith died August 6, 1988. Dottie was employed as the manager of Willson Products Employees Federal Credit Union, for 17 years retiring in 1992. She also worked part time as a receptionist for Yocum Institute of the Arts, for 33 years leaving in 2012. Grandma Dee served as a volunteer in the Foster Grand Parent Program for several years; as well as Berks Encore Meals on Wheels. The Sunday night dances at Northmont Fellowship Assoc. was her #1 social event. Dorothy is survived by two daughters: Kathleen A. Maue, wife of Tim; Kristine M. Magrowski, wife of Michael; two sons: Lt. Col Ret. Dr. Terrance M. Smith, DMD, Leo J. Smith, Jr, husband of Phyllis. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. A brother Ralph Haas, husband of Jeanne, special niece Rachelle Smith, wife of Chip and Dee Dee's extended family: Maya Lin, Yani Rae, Lian Jai, Steve and Helen. She was predeceased by her companion Val Cinciarelli in August 2020. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 3rd at Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reading. The Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 1501 North 11th Street, Reading is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.sandersfuneral.com. Contributions may be made to Berks Encore, 40 N. 9th St., Reading, PA 19601 or berksencore.org. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Dorothy, please visit our floral store.