Carole L. Douglas of Bradenton, FL passed away peacefully on October 4th with her three children by her side.
Carole moved to Anna Maria Island in 1980 with her late husband Bruce R. Douglas. They owned several businesses; Ivan’s Boat Rental, Fast Eddie’s Gift Shop and Bradenton Beach Market. Carole ended her career by working at Manatee Memorial Hospital for 27 years where she credentialled doctors.
Carole enjoyed gardening and belonged to the Manatee Orchid Society for many years. She attended various orchid shows in the state of Florida. Carole also loved to travel. She had an adventurous spirit and traveled to many US states and Asian countries as well as Australia, Costa Rica, Barcelona and Cuba.
Most of all Carole treasured her time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren who would visit “Florida Nana” for a month every summer. She and Pop Pop created life-long memories for them.
Carole is survived by her children; Beth (Lee), Cindy (Randy), and Thomas (Adeline). She was deeply loved by her grandchildren, Emily (Breton), Rebecca, Jordan (Rachel), Caroline, Luke and Dylan. And her great grandchildren; Jaiden, Rhylen, Sophie, Beau and Brooks.
Carole’s happiest memories were during her nearly 50 years on Anna Maria Island and Bradenton.
The family requests that any donations be made to the American Cancer Society in her name. www.cancer.org (see link below)
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel, 604 43rd Street, Bradenton, Florida, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
