Dorothy Lundgren
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Dorothy Lundgren, age 95, of Stamford, Texas passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on the morning of March 7th, 2021. A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, March 9th, 2021 at 11:00 am, under the direction of Kinney-Underwood Funeral Home at Bethel Lutheran Church in the Ericksdahl Community with Pastor Richard Strait presiding. Burial will immediately follow at Bethel Lutheran Church Cemetery.
Dorothy was born on September 14, 1925 to Lloyd Hightower and Martha Basland, in Graham, Texas. She married the love of her life, Leroy Lundgren, on January 21, 1945, at Bethel Lutheran Church in the Ericksdahl.
In the 95 years Dorothy lived her life she did many things, and if you asked her about her favorites, they would all include time spent with family. If asked for advice, she would say, "Love your husband, love your kids, and stay busy doing the things you love." Dorothy did just that. In her life, she served as a charter member for the Stamford Ladies Auxiliary, better known as the "Pink Ladies", where she was an active member for over 45 years. She was also an active member of several organizations; Bethel Lutheran Church Willing Workers and Tuesday Quilters, Stamford Garden Club, Texas Cowboy Reunion Old Timers Association, and until recently, she was attending her bi-weekly Bridge Club.
In cards, Dorothy played to win. When her grandkids would join her for a hand she would smile that sweet Grandma Dorothy smile and say, "I am going to whoop you!" In her life it was just the same. It was a life full of love, hope, faith, fun, a little bit of whoop, and most importantly...family.
Dorothy was never one to show up empty-handed and always made sure if you were a guest in her home, you were well-nourished. She hosted countless holiday dinners, family gatherings, and always ensured that when she prepared dinner for Leroy and the men while they farmed it would include a main dish, sides, and a slice of pie. Dorothy was an exceptional sister, wife, mother, grandma, and friend. She will be fiercely missed by many, but her legacy will continue to live on in our hearts and in our kitchen.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, Leroy; two sisters, Jackie Stanfield, and Patsy Poucket; two brothers, Hershel Hightower and Jerry Hightower; as well as their parents. She is survived by her brother Charles Hightower of Roswell, NM; son and daughter in law David and Diane Lundgren of Hawley, TX; son and daughter in law Mark and Tuvonna Lundgren of Stamford, TX; daughter and son in law Christie & Del Jones of Abilene, TX; her beloved grandchildren, Greg Lundgren, Cydni Mortin, Heather Martin, John Heathington, Ann Heathington, Brant Lundgren, Loren Wright, Lakin Hise, and Chipper Watson, as well as 20 great grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and three of the most special friends, Fern Ballard, Nell Rosenquist, and Maxie Kohout.
Memorials may be made in Dorothy's memory to the Bethel Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, C/O Connie Shurley, 7433 FM 142, Stamford, Texas 79553.