Doris Akers Sutphin, 88 of Christiansburg, passed away on June 12, 2022. She retired from VPI.
Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Leroy and Alfreda Bower Akers; and brothers, Jimmy Michael Akers and Richard Lee Akers.
She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Dan Sutphin; daughter, Tracy Shepherd and husband, Dean; grandchildren, Zach Shepherd and wife, Amber, and Dylan Shepherd; sister, Jean Sires; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visitation is Thursday, June 16, 2022, from 4-5 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home, with a Memorial Service to follow at 5 p.m. in the Chapel.