Dorothy Smith

Dorothy M. Smith, 89 of Austin, passed away Friday, August 2, 2019 at Our House Senior Living. Dorothy was born March 10, 1930 to George and Mary (Lagas) Twedell in Mower County. On April 2, 1949 Dorothy was united in marriage to Edwin Smith in Mason City, Iowa. They later moved to Austin and made their home. Dorothy worked as a cook at Burr Oak nursing home and many other jobs. She relished cooking, baking and socializing with friends. A real highlight was the parties with her sisters and sisters-in-laws, celebrating birthdays, and holidays. Dorothy loved decorating for the holidays, even after the numerous surgeries that made walking difficult, nothing slowed Dorothy down when she was determined to do it. Dorothy is survived by numerous nieces and nephews; She will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents. George and Mary (Lagas) Twedell; husband Edwin; five sisters, Agnes Lee, Ethel Voss, Mary Sheeley, Mildred Anderson, Carol Getchell; two brothers, George Twedell and Raymond Twedell. A Memorial service will be held at 12:00 pm on Thursday August 8, 2019 at Mayer Funeral Home, with Father James Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.

Service Information

Visitation

Thursday, August 8 2019
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mayer Funeral Home
600 2nd Street NW P.O. Box 27
Austin MN 55912

Funeral Service

Thursday, August 8 2019
12:00 PM

Mayer Funeral Home
600 2nd Street NW P.O. Box 27
Austin MN 55912