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BRUCE DOUGLAS Obituary
Bruce Franklin Douglas, 30, passed away May 29, 2011 in Gainesville, FL. He was a resident of Archer FL, and an electrician with Pike Electric. He was a member of First Baptist Church of High Springs. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, James Lavon Douglas.
He is survived by his parents, Terry and Theresa Ann Douglas of High Springs; his fiancée, Leighann Depaola; sons, Garrett Depaola and Maddox Douglas of Archer; daughter, Cammill Douglas of Archer; brother, Anthony Douglas of Hague, FL; maternal grandparents, Randy and Faith Adams; and paternal grandparents, Sue and "Lyle" Edger, all of Alachua.
Visitation will be on Thursday, June 2, 2011 from 6 to 8 PM at Evans-Carter Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 3, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Evans-Carter Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Leighann Depaola, 14260 West Newberry #137, Newberry, FL, 32669, for their children.
Arrangements are under the care of Evans-Carter Funeral Home of High Springs, FL.
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Aunt Tina
May 26, 2025
My memories of Bruce always involve his smile and laugh. How red his face would get when he laughed. He would sometimes call me to ask for advice on something and my first thought was what an awesome man he had become. It takes a confident man to ask for advice. I will forever miss those moments that he trusted me with. His 3 kids have turned out beautiful and we will always have a part of Bruce with us.
Darlene F Douglas
May 26, 2025
Love and miss you
Theresa
May 28, 2024
Bruce momma loves you and misses you so much that it hurt. I will never ever forget you. I will and I am trying to live life without you. We will meet again
Tina Murphy
May 26, 2024
Your absence is felt daily, but so is your big smile. We all miss you! Your mom and dad are doing good, Anthony has his hands full with kids, hopefully you were reunited with Papa, and someday we will all be together again. Love Always, Aunt Tina
Darlene F Douglas
May 26, 2024
RIP in peace Bruce
We miss you dearly
Aunt Darlene
Darlene
May 27, 2023
We Love and miss your smiling face.
Aunt Darlene and Uncle David
May 26, 2022
Miss your smiling face, Bruce. Til we meet again.
Tina Murphy
May 26, 2020
Nine years later, I still miss knowing you are not in this world everyday! Lots of love always! Aunt Tina❤❤❤
Darlene Douglas
May 26, 2020
You left a big void. We all love and miss your smiling face every day.
khrissy
December 2, 2015
miss and love you Bruce, Happy birthday in heaven.
Darlene
December 2, 2015
Bruce you missed every day. You are the pennies from heave.
Love,uncle David and anut Darlene.
Tina Murohy
December 2, 2015
I will love you always!❤ Aunt Tina
Melissa Sheffield
December 2, 2015
A birthday candle for you, Bruce! Happy Birthday
Love and Miss you
Sharlene Hotary
June 30, 2011
I still can't believe that Bruce is gone. We think of you every day. The Hotary Family
The Hotary Family
June 11, 2011
As a kid Bruce was always, happy, thoughtful and respectful of life. He was so excited about where he was going, what he was going to do and do it now. He will always be a happy memory in my heart. I feel blessed to have known him and been a small part of his life. This is a tragic end to a wonderful young man, a good and loving father, a dear friend and beloved son. May the peace of Christ be with you in this time of need. David, Sharlene, Chris and Nathan
Cathy Conner
June 7, 2011
My sincere condolences are sent to Theresa and Terry Douglas and family. Also to Bruce's family. And, to Darlene, David, and Jeremy Douglas, and to Melissa, Chester, and Jaxson Sheffield. I am Darlene's sister. I remember when Bruce and Jeremy were small children. Also, my deepest sympathy to Sue and Lyle. "Absent from the Body, Present with the Lord."
Emily White-Myers
June 3, 2011
My deepest sympathies to you Leighann and the rest of Bruce's family. My heart goes out to you and the children. I am so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a wonderful guy...he will be missed.
Matthew Maracic
June 3, 2011
Always was a good day when I would randomly see Bruce around Alachua County. Always was smiling, think he knew something we all didn't, like he had figured out how to always win!
David & Darlene Douglas
June 2, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
June 2, 2011
Our prayers are with the family and children god bless yall
Dina Moore
June 2, 2011
Chop and Theresa I am so sorry to hear about Bruce. H e will be missed so much I remember when he would come out to the house he always had a smile on his face and was laughing about something funny that he had just did. well my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dina Moore
Tim & Lizzy Bishop
June 2, 2011
"Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and children Bruce was a wonderful person, a true friend and will be missed. We are blessed that we had the pleasure of knowing and loving him throughout his years. He will never be forgotton." Tim & Lizzy Bishop, Charleston, WV
Cade Saxon
June 2, 2011
My deepest sympathies to Leighann and the rest of the family. I will always remember Bruce for his big smile and infectous laugh. Gone but never forgotten...you will be dearly missed.
Ashley Grant
June 2, 2011
My heart goes out to you Leighann. Bruce was such a wonderful guy. You were both so lucky to have each other. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tony Bottita
June 2, 2011
I heart goes to you and your family Leighann, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.
Becky Sansbury
June 2, 2011
Bruce was such a warm and Loving person and will be missed by many! Take comfort in knowing that we will see him again. Love to his family, you all are in my prayers. God Bless!
Sean Conroy
June 2, 2011
My best wishes to you and my deepest condolences. You will be in my thoughts during this difficult time.
ANGIE,LEN,BRANDY BRADSHAW AND FAMILY
June 2, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Dana Dukes
June 2, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Leighann, the children, and Bruce's family.
Donna and Craig Dilfield
June 2, 2011
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and give you peace at this hour of need.
ANGIE,LEN.BRANDY BRADSHAW AND FAMILY
June 1, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
June 1, 2011
Theresa and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Bruce. You all are in our prayers. Let me know if there is anything we can do.
Janie, Al,
Scott Paulson
heidi Ramadan
June 1, 2011
Dear Leighanna, I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you, the kids and Bruce's family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. May god give you the strenght you need.
Pam Miller-Scott
June 1, 2011
It is never easy to lose someone you love. To have your loved one taken so suddenly I think is harder. I pray that you all find peace in God and in the memories of Bruce in the days ahead. I am praying for the family!
Karen & Wayne Bryant and Family
June 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Leighann, the kids and the Douglas Family. Bruce was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him.
June 1, 2011
May you cherish your memories and his chidren remind you of the great person that Bruce was. His smile will never be forgotten. God Bless the entire family. Carlton and Marisa Bussey
June 1, 2011
May you cherish your memories and his children remind you of the great person Bruce was. His smile will never be forgotten. God bless the entire family. Carlton and Marisa Bussey
jennifer edenfield
June 1, 2011
your family will be in my prayers during this most difficult time.
Jana Bruce
June 1, 2011
Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers during your time of loss.
Sincerely, Jana Bruce
Linda Cravey
June 1, 2011
This message is for brother, Anthony. I was your Kindergarten teacher at High Springs Elementary. (I hope you remember me.) My heart goes out to you on the loss of your dear brother. Please extend my sincere sympathy to your parents and family. Everyday is a gift.
Kristen Katz
June 1, 2011
Bruce was an amazing person! He was always the first to give a warm smile, create laughter with his light sense of humor and see the good in any situation.
Those who knew him were better people for it and he will forever be missed.
My deepest condolences to his family.
Cassie James
June 1, 2011
Thoughts and prayers sent out to the Douglas family and friends.
Lori Eddy
June 1, 2011
My heart is broken for Leighann, the kids, and the rest of our family. I keep seeing Bruce's chubby little cheeks when he was a litte boy. I have been praying for you Terry and Theresa. I can't imagine the pain of losing a child. Rest in peace little cuz.
DeNegri Family
June 1, 2011
Wonderful memories of great times we all will cherish forever. God Bless!
Jimmy , Stacy Orcutt
June 1, 2011
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of your son, know that he is looking down on you an wanting you to smile an to know he is always with you on you shoulder watching over you. I know that no words can help your heart. We are sorry your family is having to deal with this, our thoughts, prayers and love be with your family!
Tishondra Richardson-Merricks
June 1, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Gretchen Garrett
June 1, 2011
Our deepest condolences
Gary Fink
Gretchen Garrett
Betty Sikes
June 1, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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