Dorothy May Smith Cranford

Born on May 19, 1929, Dorothy was a woman of quiet yet profound faith, whose deep relationship with Jesus served as a guiding light for her children.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Fredrick George and Helen Mary Harbaugh; her brother, Robert Harbaugh; and her husbands, Dean Smith and Morris Cranford.

Dorothy’s memory lives on through her loving family. She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Smith of Lubbock; her son, Mike Smith, and his wife, Kathy, of Lubbock; and her granddaughters, Jill Hooper (husband Brian, sons Jaxon and Zack) of Lubbock, and Kim Bynum (husband Taylor, son Lawson, daughter Parker) of Plano, Texas. She is also survived by David and wife Leslie Cranford, Cindy Cranford of Lubbock, and Connie King (husband Joel) of Lewistown, Montana.

A devoted member of St. Luke’s Methodist Church since 1961, Dorothy served her church congregation for several years as the financial secretary. Her career also included working for Lubbockview Christian Church and owning a local Hallmark store. Outside of her work, she found great joy in arts and crafts—especially doll making—and cherished the time she spent with Morris and friends in the Nifty Fifties Car Club.

Dorothy will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved her.

Donations may be made to St. Luke's Methodist Church in Lubbock 45th & Memphis.