Doris HUTTON Obituary

FORT MYERS, FLA. - Doris Huffer Hutton, 88, died Tuesday, June 29, 2010, at Calusa Harbour Assisted living in Fort Myers, Fla.
Doris was born in Boonsboro, Md., on May 12, 1922. She was the daughter of the late Alfred Calvin and Otilia (Pearce) Huffer.
Doris graduated from Boonsboro High School in 1940, Shenandoah Conservatory of Music in 1944 with a Bachelor of Music Education degree, and the College of William and Mary in 1960 with a Masters degree in Elementary School Administration. She taught vocal music at South
Potomac Jr. High in Hagerstown, Md., and Hampton, Va.; and elementary band in Newport News, Va., until retirement. She also taught private piano.
She was an ordained Minister of Music in the United Methodist Church and served in that capacity at several churches in Virginia and Fort Myers.
Doris was a primary developer of the Shenandoah Alumni Association and served as president for many years. She was one of several Huffer family members to graduate from Shenandoah over the past 100 years. Doris' aunt, Vida (Huffer) McAdams graduated in 1909; her father in
1915; and her sister, Eula (Huffer) Swain in 1946. Her influence was substantial as the historic institution moved from a college/conservatory in Dayton, Va., to a fully-accredited university in Winchester, Va.
Doris is survived by her husband of 62 years, Henry Hutton of Fort Myers; sister, Eula (Huffer) Swain of Williamsport, Md.; brother, Alfred C. Huffer Jr. of Delmar, Md.; nephew, Andreas Huffer; nieces, Marcia Swain and Lisa (Huffer) Harbaugh; and several grand nieces and nephews. Doris is also survived by sister-in-law, Belle (Hutton) Eutsey of Zellwood, Fla.
Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, July 25, at the Bast-
Stauffer Funeral Home in Boonsboro, Md., and at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 29, at the First United Methodist Church in Fort Myers. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in the Boonsboro Cemetery.
Arrangements in care of Anderson-Patterson Cremation & Funeral Services, Fort Myers, Fla., and Bast-Stauffer Funeral Home, Boonsboro, Md. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.andersonpatterson.com and www.baststaufferfuneralhome.com View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Jul. 10 to Jul. 11, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Doris HUTTON

7 Entries

Dawn Bancroft

July 13, 2010

Doris and Henry have been my cruise clients at AAA Auto Club for the past 14yrs and I have had the pleasure to work closely with them planning all thier wonderful cruises around the world. Henry, I am so sad to hear of Doris's passing and will pray for you and your family.

Suzanne Collier McKown

July 13, 2010

When I read Mrs. Hutton's obituary, a flood of childhood memories washed over me. She taught me keyboards and percussion in the 5th through 7th grades at Magruder Elementary, and I learned far more than just playing the instruments. She inspired me and every one of her students to be the best they could be. I will never forget her and those times - they were the most precious in my life, and I thank her for her presence and her positive influence. Rest in peace, Mrs. Hutton.

Peyton Clark

July 13, 2010

I learned to play saxophone in the 5th grade at Magruder Elementary, under the tutelage of Mrs. Hutton. In 7th grade she encouraged me to play the baritone sax, even though my hand wouldn't stretch far enough to play a low C. Now, almost 50 years later, nearly every aspect of my life has been influenced by music; it was my major in college and I have played in bands since I was 15. And it all started with her showing me how to properly hold the horn. Thank you, Mrs. Hutton.

Marcia Swain

July 12, 2010

This message is from Doris and Henry's niece. Thank you for your kind words, I will print these messages for Henry and send them to him as I am in Maryland. I will be visiting with Henry soon. Thanks again!

July 11, 2010

Henry,This is a very impersonal way to offer my sympathy but I don't know how to contact you. I always appreciated so much what kind and thoughtful friends you and Doris were to my parents and Chris enjoyed seeing you in Florida. You have my sincerest condolences. Julia Lindsay Arndt, Lexington, VA

July 11, 2010

Mrs. Hutton was my music director from 7th-9th grades at Thrope Jr. High School. She was an excellent teacher, vocalist and director. She expected hard work and respect and if she didn't get the results she wanted, one could see the fire in her eyes! I will not forget her. I offer my prayers to her family.
Pamela N. Gailey
Gloucester, VA

Sean Boerner

July 10, 2010

I recall growing up with Mrs. Hutton as our neighbor, and that as a little guy I was a little frightened by her. As I became older, I recognized her and Mr. Hutton as wonderful neighbors and friends. I'll always remember her laugh that could be heard into our yard next door, that she always kept food out for birds and squirrels, and Mr. Hutton was on a never ending battle with the Magnolia leaves. Love and Peace to you all. Sean Boerner

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