Doris June Sutherland, 85, of Centralia passed away Thursday, September 16, 2021. Doris retired from Hollywood Brands candy factory in Centralia where she was a loyal employee for 34 years and made many lasting friendships. Doris was a loving lady and a best friend to her sister, Leota. She had a kind heart and was always happy, ready to share her beautiful smile. Doris was a true animal lover, taking joy in feeding her birds and hummingbirds and watching them fly about her yard. She had a special place in her heart for her chocolate lab, keeping Moca supplied with love and treats. She liked to enjoy the gorgeous display of flowers in her yard and was especially proud of her rose of sharon, roses, and geraniums. Doris had a gentle spirt who looked for the best in others and in life. She will be missed deeply and remembered for her goodness. Doris’s family would like to extend a special thank you to Kathy Sparling for all the loving care she gave to Doris the last five plus years. She was a true angel for the care she gave to keep Doris comfortable and at home.
A celebration of life graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, September 19, 2021 at Hillcrest Memorial Park in rural Sandoval with Brother Claude Howell officiating. Memorials may be made in Doris’ honor to the American Red Cross or the American Cancer Society and will be accepted for the family at the Irvin Macz Funeral Home in Centralia. Online condolences and memories of Doris may be shared with the family by visiting www.maczfuneralhomes.com and/or on the funeral home’s Facebook page. Irvin Macz Funeral Home in Centralia is privileged to be assisting the family of Doris Sutherland with arrangements.
Survivors include her devoted niece Connie (Bobby) Bryant of Belton, Missouri; and her great-nephews Aaron Bryant, and Chad (Michelle) Bryant; niece Jill (David) Clifton; nephew Kevin (Dawn) Dekalb; sister-in-law Esther (John) Dekalb of Centralia; and several more great-nieces and nephews.
Along with her husband, Roger Sutherland, Doris was preceded in death by her parents Jack and Erma Woods; and her sister Leota Wax and husband Omer Jr.
She was born on June 18, 1936, the daughter of Jack and Erma (Butcher) Woods in Centralia. She married her sweetheart and biggest supporter, Roger Dean Sutherland on April 6, 1956, in Centralia and he preceded her in death.
