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Dorothy Howcroft, 92

November 09, 2019

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. - Dorothy Winifred (Johnson) Howcroft, 92, of Williamstown, Mass., died on Saturday, November 9, 2019, at Williamstown Commons.



She was born in Adams on April 7, 1927 a daughter of the late George & Carrie (Mahar) Johnson. She graduated from Adams High School in 1945 and then went on to attend Bliss Business College. In her early years she worked at Sprague Electric Company and later was primarily a loving and devoted homemaker to her family.



Dorothy was an active member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Williamstown, Mass., and was a member of its Altar Guild for many years.



Dorothy’s husband, Frederick William Howcroft,died on October 16, 1997. They were married on August 5, 1950.



Survivors include three daughters, Elizabeth “Betsy” Howcroft of Williamstown, Rebecca “Becky” Howcroft and her husband Greg of Amherst, Mass., and Lydia Smith of Fishkill, N.Y.; and a grandson, Ryan Smith.



She was predeceased by a son-in-law, Colin Smith; and a granddaughter, Kerri Lynn Smith.



Funeral notice: A funeral to celebrate the life of Dorothy will be held on Friday, November 15, 2019, at 11 a.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Williamstown. Burial will follow in Eastlawn Cemetery.



Calling hours will be on Thursday, November 14, 2019, from 5-7 p.m. at the Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Home, WEST CHAPEL, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA 01247. Donations may be made to St. John’s Church Williamstown or the charity of the donor’s choice in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.




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Betsy, So sorry to hear about your Mom... She was so lucky to have you with her and help her. Thinking of you and your family. Peace
from: Clare & Wayne Morrisonon: 11-18-2019

Just happened to read this obit. Dorothy was an old neighbor in the grove. Went to the same church, same choir, same classes an old friend. My condolences to her whole family. Sincerely,art fox
from: arthur foxon: 11-15-2019

Dear Betsy, I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing.., take care.
from: Pauline McNicolon: 11-14-2019

Betsy my condolences to you and your family.
from: Joel Walkeron: 11-14-2019

Dear Betsy, I'm sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Each time I saw you out and about you were with your mom, you were a blessing to her.
from: michelle waryjaszon: 11-14-2019

Dear Betsy,

I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Michele
from: Michele on: 11-13-2019

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please accept my sincere condolences.
from: Carl Villanuevaon: 11-13-2019

We were so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Keeping you in our thoughts.
from: Kathi and Fred George on: 11-12-2019

Betsy, Sorry to learn of your mother's passing. My condolences to you and your sisters.

Pat Markland
from: Pat Marklandon: 11-12-2019

So very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother.
from: Robert Shoestock Sron: 11-12-2019

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