Howard C. "Poochie" Douglas

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Howard Douglas Obituary

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HOWARD C. DOUGLAS“Poochie” Loving husband, best friend, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was called from his loving life after a brief, but courageous battle with a very rare cancer. Howard was born February 3, 1928 in West Palm Beach. He attended Central Elementary and Junior High School. He graduated from Palm Beach High in 1945. An avid Gator fan as a young boy, Howard entered the University of Florida in 1946. He remained a staunch his entire life. Howard attended all games home and away during winning and losing seasons. His soul will be at “the swamp” singing “Go Gators”. Despite being stricken with polio at age two, Howard persevered and became an outstanding third baseman at Palm Beach High. His American Legion Post 12 team won a state championship in 1944. Howard managed Swift Ice Cream Company for several years. He later became a partner/owner of Aaron and Douglas Pool Service for 36 years. He semi-retired in 1993 and enjoyed his love for traveling. He and Irene traveled throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Howard is survived by his loving wife Irene (Abbott); brother, William (Lillie) of Palm Beach Gardens; loving sons, Steve (Pattie) of Pensacola and Joey (Heather) of Royal Palm Beach; precious grandchildren, Justin, Taylor and Hannah; loving step-children, Debbie (Pepe) Profera, Jim (Connie) Abbott, Joe Abbott and Laurie Smith all of West Palm Beach. Howard loved and adored all of his grandchildren, step grandchildren and great grandchildren. Howard was predeceased by his mother, Helen (Steele) and father, Howard Douglas, sister, Mildred Zinni of Ft. Pierce and Marion Rhodes of Charlottesville, Virginia. Howard's honesty, sincerity, courage and sweet gentleness will be missed by all who knew him. His dancing blue eyes and beautiful smile will be with us forever. Honorary pallbearers are the Tuesday and Friday “Old Man's Lunch Bunch”. Active pallbearers are Fred Mascaro, John Witt, Bill Waddall, Bryan Douglas, Jim Abbott, Joe Abbott, Chuck Wagner, Bill Douglas, Joey Douglas and Steve Douglas. Viewing will be Sunday at Mizell-Faville-Zern Funeral Home 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Funeral Services will be 11am Monday at St. David in the Pines Episcopal Church 465 Forest Hill Blvd Wellington with interment following in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Following services family will receive friends at their residence. Donations my be sent to Hospice of Palm Beach County or Juvenile Diabetes Foundation in memory of Mr. Douglas. Mizell-Faville-Zern Chapel 4101 Parker Avenue West Palm Beach, FL (561) 833-4061

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from May 21 to May 22, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Howard Douglas

8 Entries

Michelle Smith

May 31, 2005

To the family of Howard Douglas,

Sending my condolences to your entire family and extended family of friends. I will keep you all in my prayers.

May your joyful memories with Howard sustain you.

Peace be with you,

(Sister-in-law of Howard's niece, Sandra Douglas Smith)

CHARLES,CONNIE,AARON & BRANDON HOEFS

May 23, 2005

I'll never forget the day we came home and Howard had put that sign in our yard about the dog when we were having problems with dogs. He also would have it no other way than for us to come down and look at his new fence. Our excuse to him was we were bringing some mail down we had gotten of yours. He just smiled with that smile he had knowing better. These are things we will always remember.

If we can do anything just let us know. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kathy and Dennis Dingle

May 21, 2005

Dear Irene,

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We love you and Howard and will miss his smile and enthusiasm for the Gators. Howard will be with us always especially on Saturdays when the Gators play. You are like family to us and we will be here for you.

Love, Kathy and Dennis

Buddy Hand

May 21, 2005

Irene, Steve, & Joey:

I am so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything that we could do for you.

With love,

Buddy & Melissa Hand

(David & Barbara Aaron's grandson)

Doris Bailey

May 21, 2005

Our Dearest Howard: Thank you so much for being in our lives and making my sister Irene's life with you so wonderful. You are one of the most thoughtful, kind, gentle and sweetest persons I've ever known. Jerry and I have had so many many fun times with you and Irene and with our friends you welcomed in your home. Just to mention a few of our fun times; the "Hoozie" that traveled many miles from our home to yours, the "sour spoiled potatoe chips" in the car traveling, the cute wisper to Irene saying "what did he say" and Irene, "I can't believe he did that". So many more fond memories will live on & on. You will remain in our hearts forever. We love you very much and will miss you dearly. May you rest in peace. Love, Sister-In-Law and Brother-In-Law, Doris & Jerry.

Lynne Murphy

May 21, 2005

Dear Aunt Irene and cousins,

The untimely loss of Howard is keenly felt. Such a wonderful man ! Only a year ago, you were both at our wedding. Who knew this would happen. You are in our prayers always. May the many wonderful memories of a life shared and well-lived comfort you in this difficult time. God surely has another angel in heaven this day.

Love always, Lynne and Bob

Genie Van Santen

May 21, 2005

Dear Irene and Family,

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Howard was such a wonderful spirit with such a sweet and genuine smile. He touched the hearts of many and made a lasting impression.

I was so blessed to have known him. Thank you for opening your home to Fred and I on many occasions.

God Bless

Tom & Johnnie Wheeler

May 20, 2005

Thank you for letting us get to know such a FINE PERSON from the East to West Coast. Words can not express the love we have for you MR. Howard. Thank You.

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