Doris L. Bostian, 94, of Montgomery Village, MD, formerly of Toms River, NJ, passed away peacefully on September 13th, 2018. She was born in Yancey County, NC, and lived in Burnsville, NC, before moving to Toms River in 1963 and Montgomery Village in 2005. Doris was a graduate of Appalachian State University, where she earned an MA in History and Music. She began her teaching career as a social studies and music teacher in NC. Upon moving to Toms River, she taught music at East Dover Elementary until her retirement. Doris was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Toms River and sang in the choir. After moving to Maryland, she was a member of Gaithersburg Presbyterian. She enjoyed painting, needlework, bingo and playing the piano.
Doris was predeceased by her parents Paige and Laura Hunter; her beloved husband Walter Herman Bostian in 2005; and her brother Kenneth Hunter. She is survived by her son Walter H. Bostian Jr. (Kate); daughter Sandra Bostian (Lia); granddaughter Molleigh and sister Katrina Hunter.
Visitation will be Thursday, September 20th, 6 to 8 PM with a Service at 10:00 AM on Friday, September 21, at the Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main Street, Toms River, NJ 08753. Entombment will follow at Ocean County Memorial Park, 1722 Silverton Road, Toms River, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Holy Cross Hospice in Silver Spring, MD.
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