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Donna Bishop Obituary
A true lover of life, Donna found joy in the simple pleasures, such as shrimping, exploring yard sales, and cherishing moments spent with her friends. Her passion for sports was evident in her unwavering support for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Kentucky Wildcats, and the Florida Gators.
Donna loved the Bahamas. She spent a few years working in Great Harbour Key working on the construction of a bridge. Donna also worked on the ESO, a cargo ship that imported and exported goods to the Bahamas. Donna was an accomplished diver as well. She loved spear fishing fish and lobster as well as hunting conch.
One of Donna's greatest talents was her knack for striking a deal. She thrived on the excitement of negotiation and always found creative ways to make the most out of any situation. Her savvy business acumen and sharp eye for value made her a force to be reckoned with in any bargaining scenario.
Donna will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched. Her legacy of laughter, loyalty, and love will be cherished forever.
Rest in peace, Donna. Your humor, wit, and unique spirit will never be forgotten. She was preceded in death by her mother and father Marcia and Lester. She is survived by her brother, Jan, nephews Barry and Brock, great nieces Annalee and Belle, and great nephews Macon, Cooper, Cole, and Brady.
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Marcy Goff
August 29, 2024
Growing up on Florence Avenue riding our bicycles, selling pop bottles, playing hide and go seek and kick the can, catching lightning bugs, camping out, playing in the creek, backyard baseball, marbles, and monopoly just living and laughing all day long with Donna! Donna made life fun! I miss her and treasure the time we shared!
Joseph Jurak
March 25, 2024
Donna was a great neighbor and wonderful soul. I could always count on her for a good conversation and a generous laugh. She was also generous with her catch of shrimp or fish. Her cats loved her and she will be sorely missed. Rest in peace.
Fred Lane
March 13, 2024
What a shock! She was my favorite cousin. We had some great times at Goldbug back in the late seventies. I wish I could have visited her more in FL.
I will really miss her. Peace be with you Donna. Love Fred
March 13, 2024
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Marvin Kay
March 11, 2024
I met Donna while moonlighting on the weekends at Western Auto in the Burg. She had a lot of her dad's traits- loved water and fishing and as someone did say, she loved the Caribbean. When I received the news it was a shock. I will always remember her as she was, laughing and enjoying a good time and a great person and friend. There are many of us out here!
Velma C Hoskins
March 9, 2024
So sorry to hear. Donna gained her angel wings. God's blessings to all the family. Rest in peace and rise in glory Donna.
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Kathy Adair
March 9, 2024
She was my very best bud. We kept in touch our entire adult lives, and she was so laid back and patient that I never dreamed she would pass before me. We had years of fun down on Dragon Point, and I will miss her forever. And I thank her friends, and especially her neighbor Joan, for taking care of her through her recent health struggles. I do believe that they were Thelma and Louise. This is my favorite picture of her when we were young, and her boat that she loved so dearly. I will see you again in heaven, my dear friend.
Jan Sharp Batchelor
March 9, 2024
So sorry to hear of Donna´s passing, she will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for family and friends
Diane Prophett zorbis
March 8, 2024
Seeing her very perturbed cleaning up side of her home, when building going on next door. Change is difficult. God bless her and her dear beloved family. She has left footsteps as a legend to Dragon Pointe. Andy Zorbis remembers her from many 40+ years back. God bless you sweet angel and keep your guard over your precious peninsula
Kitty
March 8, 2024
Donna caught the biggest fish out of the river I´ve ever seen
Marcy Mountjoy Goff
March 8, 2024
Childhood friends, bike riding, exploring the woods and the creek, catching lightning bugs, bees, critters, playing hide and go seek, monopoly, marbles, so many happy times with Donna! She made life happy and fun throughout the many years! I will always hold her memory in my heart
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