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DOROUGH, HOKE DWAINE 69, passed away June 22, 2008, in Rockledge, FL, from cancer complications. Born November 11, 1938, in Cordele, GA, he was a longtime resident of Orlando, FL, and moved several years ago to his recent residence in Merritt Island, FL. A loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and great grandfather. Hoke loved water activities: fishing, boating, and BBQs with family. A former member of the U.S.
Army, Hoke held a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Rollins College. He spent almost 20 years as a police officer of the City of Orlando where he retired as a Sergeant. He was also a retired Orange County Code Enforcement Officer. His memberships included Our Saviour's Catholic Church, Cocoa Beach, FL; the Orlando Masonic Lodge; Orlando Police Department Retiree's Association and the Dorough Lupus Foundation and Support Group. He was preceded in death by his daughter Caroline Y. Cochran. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Paula Flores Dorough; daughters Angelia M. Herring of Palm Bay, FL, and Pollyanna Dorough of Orlando, FL; sons John D. Dorough and wife Shayna of Winter Park, FL, and Howard D. Dorough and wife Leigh of Cape Canaveral, FL and Los Angeles, CA; six grandchildren; four great grandchildren and step-sister Anna Mae Wright. A viewing will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2008, 6-8PM, at Beckman-Williamson Funeral Home, 101 N. Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 26, 2008, 10:30AM at Our
Saviour's Catholic Church, 5301 N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A), Cocoa Beach, FL. In lieu of flowers please send donations in Hoke's name to the
Dorough Lupus Foundation P.O. Box 110697, Palm Bay, FL, 32911. (www.doroughlupus foundation.org). You may send condolences online at:
www.beckmanwilliamson.com

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Jun. 24, 2008.

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Desam Pastor

June 18, 2019

In loving memory of a wonderful person.

sue george

June 19, 2009

The world lost a wonderful man last year in Hoke, he was truly remarkable, he loved to tell stories of his past, his children and his life. I send my love and support to all the Dorough family.

All my love Sue xx

Marta Ginestos

July 5, 2008

Mi mas sentido pesame para Hoke Dwaine Dorough, descanse en paz, que Dios te tenga en lo mas alto. Un gran abrazo de apoyo para Howie y toda su familia.

Giada Graniero

July 2, 2008

My prayers are with all of you during this hard moment...I lost my grandfather last year for cancer and it makes me feel so sad yet, I miss him so much but I know he's with God right now,he's not suffering anymore and he's protecting me!!! The same think is for mr Dorough..... he's with God and he's not suffering anymore, he's watching and protecting all of you!!!
God bless you
Giada

silvana cardoso

July 2, 2008

God bless you!!*

Cristina Mascate

July 1, 2008

my thoughts and prayers are with you in this moment. My father also passed away on the 5th May. They are 2 stars now in heaven looking for us. Be strong

C BROOKE KITCHEN

June 30, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.Like our memories of working with Hoke via O.C.Code Enforcement.Like the memories of Brooke with Hoke at OPD.He surely will be missed.From all of us at Airport Towing.

Belén Toledano

June 30, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Phil St. Leger

June 30, 2008

I send my deepest sympathies during this time of loss. When something like this happens, it's important that we draw comfort from our heavenly father, through His inspired word, the Bible. We learn about a time in the near future, when we will be reunited with our lost loved ones here on the earth. What a wonderful time this will be when we will experience the full benefits of God's Kingdom.

Mira Sliwinski

June 30, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

ana pilar nuñez mendez

June 30, 2008

Mi mas sentido pesame para todos,un beso un abrazo de mi parte te queremos

sue george

June 29, 2008

Dearest Mama D,Angie,Pollyanna,Johnny & Howie,

My thoughts are with you at this sad time, Pops was a wonderful man, a great friend to know and love and it was a pleasure doing both.

Thinking of you all

Angie Stevens

June 29, 2008

I was so sad to hear of Hoke's passing. my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Love as always

Tanja Scheibenbogen

June 28, 2008

Howie, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Don`t be afraid to cry. Its ok to cry when you loose someone. You know Kevin also lost his father to cancer, and even though its many years ago, he knows exactly what you`re going through and he could be there for you now giving you a shoulder to cry on and be someone to talk to in this difficult time. Give him a call.
And give youself time to grieve, don`t jump back on the backstreet tour before you are ready. And you know your dad and sister will be watching over you in heaven. So when you die someday in a long long time they will be there to welcome you home.
Love, Tanja

Lynn Woolard

June 28, 2008

Our deepest sympathies to all of you in the loss of Hoke. I know you will miss him terribly. I have fond memories of my dad that I will keep in my heart always and know you will too.
Larry and Lynn Summers Woolard

Mary Moreno

June 28, 2008

I just wanna say that the Hoke is in my prayers. I send you from Spain all my strength and my condolences to the Dorough family.

Jo Mappin (Mrs. Marvin) Summers

June 28, 2008

Dear Howie and Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Hoke's passing. I first remember "Dwaine" as a young boy, with his brother, Jerry, and Dad, Hoke. I married into the Summers/Dorough family and Dwaine and Jerry were just young boys. Even though we moved to Atlanta, we got to see them whenever we visited our family in Cordele & later at family reunions. May God bless you all and comfort you in your loss!
Dwaine and my husband were first cousins as his dad and my mother in-law, Estelle, were brother and sister.
My love goes to all of you!!
Mrs. Marvin (Jo M.) Summers

sonia cabeleira

June 28, 2008

In this moment i just want to whis all the hope and peace to all menbers of the family! My heart is whit you all.

Jahaira Maisonet

June 28, 2008

My condolences... May the Grace of God be upon you all. Hoke's resting in peace now. He'll be greatly miss. Love you all and God Bless...

Luz&Yen MenHer

June 27, 2008

Howie and Dorough family we are sorry about this irreparable lost, but you know specially in times like this,you always will be in our hearts and our prayers. we love you

Catarina Fernandes

June 27, 2008

Rest in peace Hoke Dorough.
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kisses to the Dorough Family.

Wanda Orris

June 27, 2008

Dorough Family,
I would like to take a moment to send my condolences to all. I am so blessed to have had a chance to spend some time getting to know Hoke threw the marraige of Johnny and Shayna. He was a wonderful man. My love, thought and prayers go out to each and everyone of you.

ana afable

June 27, 2008

to the dorough family,
everything happens for a reason...may the Lord be your constant source of strength...God bless you always...you're in my prayers...

Cristina Rios

June 27, 2008

I only wanna say that I'm sad in this moment. I wanna bring all my support from Dorough's family in this difficult moment.
Rest in peace Hoke.
Fans from Spain love you Howie!All my love from you!

Sandy Trindade

June 27, 2008

Hello! Bem fiquei muito sentida com a noticia... É tão mau perder um grande ente querido... Mas a vida continua... À que seguir em frente com muita força de vontade e coragem...
Big kisses for the Dorough family! Sandy*

Ayumi Ivy

June 26, 2008

Dear tha Dorough family
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

MONTSERRAT MERCADO RUIZ

June 26, 2008

LO SIENTO MUCHO PERO USTEDES SON MUY FUERTES YO LOS ADMIRO MUCHO SON UN EJEMPLO A SEGUIR EN VERDAD PODRAN SUPERARLO Y AUNQUE NO LO CREAN AMI TMBN ME DUELE MUCHO POR LO QUE ESTAN PASANDO ANIMO Y FUERZA FAMILIA DOROUGH

SASHA PRICE

June 26, 2008

DEAR DOROUGH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

I AM SO SORRY TO HERE THIS.
I WANT TO LET YOU ALL KNOW THAT I SEND ALL MY BLESSINGS TO ALL YOU.I WISH THAT THIS WAS A DREAM.I KNOW THAT HE WAS A GREAT PERSON.GOD BLESS HIS SOUL.MANY BLESSINGS TO HIM AND HIS WHOLE FAMILY AND ALL HIS FRIENDS.REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES THAT BRING YOU JOY.DON'T THINK OF THE BAD TIMES.REMEMBER THAT HE IS ALWAYS WITH YOU.IN YOUR HEARTS.KEEP HIS MEMORY ALIVE
AND HE WILL BE HAPPY AND NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS HE WILL ALWAYS STILL BE WITH YOU.
REMEMBER YOU HAVE NOT LOST ANY ONE YOU HAVE ONLY GAIN A ANGEL.

GOD BLESS

Ivana Boero

June 26, 2008

From Argentina, we are with Dorough family.....we're sending our love to all you

Liliana Machado

June 26, 2008

Um beijo do tamanho do mundo para toda a familia neste momento tão triste...Muita força e coragem...

gema sanchez

June 26, 2008

Mi mas sentido pesame a Howie y a toda su familia, les mando mucha fuerza en estos duros momentos y que piensen que desde el cielo el cuidara de todos ustedes.
Un beso muy fuerte

Marlene Marques

June 26, 2008

Remember the good moments you spent with him...and smile while you do it. That's the best way to overcome this moment.

Mari

June 26, 2008

It's never easy to say goodbye to someone that we love. But he will always live in your thoughts and hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with Dorough family in this time of grief.

Beatriz

June 26, 2008

The stars don't die, they just move from place ...
I'm sure that Mr Dorough, is in a much better place and looking for his family. To the Dorough family, my sincere feelings. Howie..."NEVER GONE".

Sara Goncalves

June 26, 2008

May God bless you all and your family and help through this time of grief. My toughts and prayers are with you. May the love of friends and family help in such a difficult time.
With all my love,

alexandra rosa

June 26, 2008

god bless howie and the dorough family in this time of sorrow

Monica Borges

June 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are for you Mr. Dorough, God bless you.

Linda

June 26, 2008

God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Audrey Tisserand

June 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are for you....
R.I.P dear Mr Dorough.
God bless

Mónica Moura

June 26, 2008

May God always bless you all and help through this time of grief.
Howie a big hug for you and your family.

Love,

Karen T

June 26, 2008

I pray that your warm memories, strong faith and the love of family and friends comfort you in this time of sorrow and loss. God Bless.

HUGH & MARJORIE SUMMERS

June 26, 2008

SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF HOKE. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY.

maria jose valero

June 26, 2008

un abrazo enorme para toda la familia. todo nuestro apoyo en estos duros momentos desde españa.
besos

Rabea Utermark

June 26, 2008

I don't know, how to say the right words. I'm really sad about your severe loss. My thoughts are with you.

Vanessa Cruz

June 26, 2008

I was very sad to hear that Hoke, "Papa D", had passed away. I'll never forget that day, because it was the day of my late grandfather's birthday.
All I can say is that I understand the pain you're all going through at the moment, and my heart, my thoughts, and all my love and care go to the entire Dorough family, with a very special and sicere hug to Howie and to Pollyanna.

May God always bless you all and help through this time of grief.

Love always,

Vanessa Cruz, Portugal.

Virginia Salvador

June 26, 2008

my most sincere condolences to the family. rests in peace Hoke. my best wishes. a hug.

Jennifer McCabe

June 25, 2008

To the Dorough family.
I am saddened over the loss of Hoke. He was loved by BSB fans and DLF supporters. We will never forget those times we got to spend with him. My prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.

George Schwartz

June 25, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. I will always remember that during birthday parties Hoke and I always seemed to find each other looking to take a break from the ongoing festivities.

May the love and support you showed us with the loss of our mother 11 years ago carry you through this time of grief. God bless this warm and wonderful family.

George and Teresa Schwartz

margie sum

June 25, 2008

Dorough family
I am saddened by Hoke's death he was a good Sergeant to work with at OPD and a good friend over the years. I will really miss running into him at Home Depot.(for some reason the last times we saw each other was at the depot) He was a fun man who was always kind to the short little cop. I will miss him.

Ronda Young

June 25, 2008

My Prayers are with your family at this sad time in your lives, but he is now in a better place and no more pain. RIP

John & Marge Landry

June 25, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Please know that each & every family member will be in our prayers. God bless you all.

Crystal Cardwell

June 25, 2008

Dear Dorough Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. Even though this is a time of grieving, I hope you find peace in knowing that he is now in a better place and no longer suffering.

With All My Love,

Jessica Perry

June 25, 2008

To the Dorough Family, My deepest sympathy during this diffcult time. May the Lord be with you all.

Nataly Abellá

June 25, 2008

Dear Family Dorough ...
My condolence ...
Today the sky has an angel more that care off all you forever.
God blesses.
Love from Spain

Myriam Saez

June 25, 2008

Howie & Dorough family, my condolences from Spain. My heart stays with yours

Ana Pascual

June 25, 2008

Wherever he are, certainly is proud of the beautiful family he have.
Since spain, with much affection.

Cristina Rosa Lozano

June 25, 2008

Rest in Peace Hoke...
I would like to send a lot of love and the best wishes to the Dorough Family...
I send from Spain all my strenght to you to overcome these difficult moments.

God Bless you,

Cristi.

Noelia Sáez

June 25, 2008

Mi más sentido pésame para toda la familia.
Mucho ánimo desde España.

Greg Summers

June 25, 2008

To the Dorough Family,

Please accept our sincere condolences to the passing of your father. My father always tells stories of the cousins when they were growing up and I am sure that Hoke had several of his own. The fondest one Hoke always told me was of the old buck hole!

Our prayers will be with you in this time of sorrow. Will see you soon.

Greg & Teri Summers (Cousins)

Ariel Queupumil

June 25, 2008

Siento mucho la muerte del padre de uno de nuestros ídolos, el padre de Howie, un abrazo bien grande y desde Santa Fe te apoyamos brother!!! se les quiere como si le conociéramos en persona, www.santafemusica.com está contigo

Jennifer Hug

June 25, 2008

To the Dorough Family:

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I had the wonderful opportunity to meet Hoke on several occasions and he was very sweet.
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Edna Villanueva

June 25, 2008

To Howie and Family,

As a BSB fan from the Philippines, i would like to extend my deepest condolences to you and your family. May the Lord comfort you in your times of sorrow.

Marta Mezquita

June 25, 2008

Hoke will be always in the minds and souls of all the backstret boys fans all over the world.
DEAR HOKE, REST IN PEACE.

Angie Scanlon

June 25, 2008

To the Dorough Family,

Our deepest condolences to each of you. We have fond memories of Hoke. Scott remembers eating okra at your home for the first time. The love that he had for his family was apparent. May your memories carry you through this difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Angie & Scott Scanlon
(Pat's sister & brother-in-law)

Fannii

June 25, 2008

I'd like to say that all my support is with you Howie, and of course with all the Dorough family.
I know Hoke's death has been a great misfortune but I am sure too that with all our love and affection you will go on...so don't be sad, Hoke now is in a better place and right from there he will be watching all of us and especially his family...You know all Backstreet Fans are with you at the moment...
So be strong and show the world of what are you able to...

A lot of kisses from all the Backstreet fans around the world and especially from me

We love you !

Linda Reed

June 25, 2008

We would like to extend our sympathies to Hoke's family from The Security Department at the Hyatt Grand Cypress Hotel. I worked with him years ago, and I still remember his "twang" accent and good humor that he showed to not only the Guests but to the staff alike. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Yolanda Cruza

June 25, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Andrea Carmona

June 25, 2008

Rest in peace, Hoke.
Siento de veras esta gran pérdida que ha supuesto la muerte de Hoke. Espero que descanse en paz, por los siglos de los siglos. Ahora está en un lugar mejor, reunido que su hija Caroline.
R.I.P.
Andrea.

Belinda González Velázquez

June 25, 2008

Rest in peace Hoke Dwaine Dorough

rocelyn garcia

June 25, 2008

hi howie, am so sorry for what happened...my condolences to you and your family...i know his now in God's loving arms...i'll pray for the repose of his soul...God bless.

Crystal West

June 25, 2008

My prayers and thoughts go to the Dorough family during this difficult time.

Heather Sellitti

June 25, 2008

Sorry to hear about rhe passing of Howie's father. My love and prayer are with Howie and his family always.

Sonia Sevilla

June 25, 2008

All my support for you and your family in this moment!!!I make prayers for your father and you...
With all my love, Sonia

Desam Pastor

June 25, 2008

Lo siento mucho, desde Valencia, Mi hija Noa y yo, os damos todo nuestro apoyo, muchos besos y abrazos llenos de amor.
os queremos.

Rocio Valle

June 25, 2008

my heart goes out to you at this time.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
hughs from madrid.(spain)

Amber Bobeldyk

June 25, 2008

The Dorough family:

I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you all. Having lost many members of my own family to cancer, I know the pain you must feel. But I hope that you will lift up your prayers to God and leave it in his hands. May His grace and love give you strength in this hard time.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Love, Amber

katherine repolles

June 25, 2008

Our deepest sympathy for the Dorough Family...we would like to extend our condolences..Hoke is with our Lord God and in good place right now watching over..take care and God bless.

Kimberly Smith

June 25, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

monica trujillo

June 24, 2008

Howie, and family you are all in my prayers. Mr. dorough is an angel watching over all of you.

zaira hernandez

June 24, 2008

WE LOVE YOU HOW! AND I STILL PRAYING FOR U AND YOUR FAMILY! I KNOW U ARE STRONGER THAN THAT OK KISSES AND HUGS GOD BLESS U!

maria

June 24, 2008

siento mucho lo de tu papa howie te envio mis condolencias en nombre mio y de parte de todas las fanaticas de venezuela para ti y tu familia

Natalia Ramirez

June 24, 2008

Howie:
This is the moment when we show that a fan is not just for a concert, or to buy a CD...
I want to tell u that I'm your fan, and it's true that I don't know you, but I'm there for you with all my heart, sending u love and all the support I have.
This is a difficult moment for you and your family and I know the loss of a loved one is not easy but it feels good when you now there's people out there that love you.
I've been prayin' for your family and your father, off course, now He's in a better place knowing that during his life here he had the love of many people... amazing people!, like you.
Please be strong in this situation, you have my love and all my possitive energy, and the possitive energy of all your fans!.
I love you so much.
Hughs and Kisses.
Natalia from Colombia

Backstreet Boys Fan Club Philippines

June 24, 2008

To the Dorough Family,

We were very much saddened upon hearing the news that Mr. Hoke Dorough had already passed away... In behalf of the administrators and members of the Backstreet Boys Fan Club Philippines (BSBFCP), we would like to extend our deepest and sincerest condolences to your family... your family and Hoke, wherever he is, will always be in our prayers...

With much love,

Alexandra Fernandez

June 24, 2008

Espero que la familia pueda salir adelante, son mis mas sinceros deseos, Howie no estas solo, miles de fans los apoyamos, deben ser fuertes en este momento. Que Dios los bendiga.
Alexa

Chit Pineda

June 24, 2008

To The Dorough Family,
May all of Hoke's loving memories stay in our hearts. He will forever be loved. Much love to all of you and may the Lord bless you always.

Rene Sojo

June 24, 2008

It's1977, Hoke & I met when he was the Booking Sgt.-He helped & mentored a hardheaded new cop fm.P.R..A memory not lost in time. He always spoke of the love of Fa.-Which I met in passing,when they pk'ed him up one night for dinner out. God Bless,Hoke,my sympathy for the Fa.

Shany López

June 24, 2008

Papa D esta en el cielo cuidando de toda la familia Dorough. Gracias a Dios ya no sufre esta terrible enfermedad.
Mi más sentido pésame para la familia, ustedes son fuertes y saldrán adelante por sobre todas las cosas

Yoshira Mujica

June 24, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Luisa GALO

June 24, 2008

Dear Dorough Family:

If you need some hope.. ask to the Lord and he`ll give you everything you need...

All the latinoamericanfans are with you!

We love you Howie.. you and you`re family are a soldiers family a survivors!

God Bless u!!

HUGHS & KISSES from univision forum! expecially from Mexico!!

Luisa GaLo

Crislyn Barnuevo

June 24, 2008

To the Dorough Family,

You're always in our prayers. Hoke is in God's place now, watching over you. Keep the faith and the love. May God bless you always

Terri Battle

June 24, 2008

I had the pleasure of meeting Dwaine on a couple of occasions when he visited my grandmother and he was always so very nice. I know that he will be missed! You and your family are in my prayers. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow!

Sandra Villanueva

June 24, 2008

I am so sorry. In these difficult moments you know there are many people who love you and stay there for give your support.

Ruth J.M

June 24, 2008

I want to express all my condolences about this tragical event. I follow you in the feeling. Im so sorry about this. I encourage you for continue on one's way. Lots of love. Ruth (Madrid-Spain)

Aran Garcia

June 24, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

lorena salgado

June 24, 2008

os acompaño en el sentimiento en esotos momentos tan duros, os envio toda mi fuerza y animo. Hoke es ahora un angel feliz en el cielo que cuidara de vuestra familia enternamente.

lorena

Isabel

June 24, 2008

The loss of a beloved person is always a horrible thing. I'll keep you in my prayers and all my condolence and strength to the Dorough family, from a BSB Spanish fan.

Gloria Dozier

June 24, 2008

My prayers are with you(family) at this time. May God hold you in his comforting hands.
Classmate of 1956. Gloria Norton Dozier

Cristina Lobillo Bastida

June 24, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Priscila Méndez

June 24, 2008

HOWIE, I JUST WRITE YOU TO SAY YOU HOW SORRY I FEEL ABOUT YOUR DAD, I JUST WANT TO SAY YOU THAT HE IS IN BETTER PLACE, AND WITH GOD!
I KNOW HE WAS A GREAT MAN, AND I REALLY THANK HIM SO MUCH FOR GIVE US A GUY LIKE YOU, CAUSE YOU, LIKE HIM, ARE A GREAT MAN, AND YOU'R DAD REALLY MUST FEELING VERY PROUD OF YOU!

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!

REMEMBER THIS FOREVER:
WE ARE A BIG PRESENT OF GOD, AND FINALLY WE WILL CONVERT IN A BIG PRESENT TO HIM!! LIKE YOUR DAD!
DON'T FORGET IT

Mike Dorough

June 24, 2008

Though we never met, I am a Cordele native and cousin. Please be assured of God's presence and our prayers.
Rev. and Mrs. Mike Dorough
Second Baptist Church
Warner Robins, GA

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