April 28, 1936 - January 10, 2016
Mr. James R. "Bob" Douglas passed away peacefully and entered his eternal home on January 10th, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was born in Chesterfield, South Carolina to the late Vallie and Ella Mae Douglas. He leaves behind to cherish his memories a loving wife, Barbara Barnes Douglas; two daughters, Robin Alford and Diane (Doug) Reynolds; one sister, Louise Mangrum and a host of nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his two sisters, Clara Cranford and Mildred Motley; as well as his in-laws, Eula and Travis Barnes; and a son-in-law, Glen "Sam" Alford.
Bob served his country in the U. S. Navy and had a rewarding career at Borden Dairy for 35 years. After retirement form Borden's he continued in the dairy industry as a consultant for Dean Foods and Barber's Dairy. He also served for over ten years on the Board of Directors for Central Credit Union. Bob was an avid golfer and after retirement he joined the Northwest Florida Pinseekers and enjoyed playing golf with his many friends. Bob was a member and servant at Brownsville Baptist/New Beginnings Baptist Church since 1960. He served his church faithfully as deacon and Sunday School teacher.
The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to his caring angels in building "J" at Homestead Village. We would also like to thank Regency Hospice for the care and concern given in his final days.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel. Services will follow at 11:00 a.m. conducted by Dr. John Pavlus.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in his honor, to the New Beginnings Baptist Church, 808 N New Warrington Rd, Pensacola, FL 32506.
BAYVIEW FISHER-POU CHAPEL, 3351 Scenic Highway is entrusted with arrangements.
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