In loving memory of
Douglas Fish

July 22, 1957

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April 30, 2022

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DOUGLAS BRADFORD FISH, 64, of Orlando, Florida, passed away on April 30, 2022, at the AdventHealth Hospice in Altamonte Springs following an extended illness. He is now an angel in heaven. He was born in Miami, Florida on July 22, 1957, to Muriel and Anthony Fish. Douglas moved to Orlando, Florida in the late 1990’s, and made it his home with his life partner, Richard Brady. Douglas loved to make people laugh and always “found the funny” in any situation. He spent his life helping people and worked at Baptist Hospital in Miami for approximately 30 years. He volunteered his time helping and supporting AIDS and cancer patients and the homeless. Douglas was also an interior designer and a web designer. Even in his last days, he was planning and designing his room. Douglas loved animals, music, entertainment, and travel.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Muriel and Anthony Fish, and his life-long partner, Richard Brady. He is survived by his sisters, Toni-Jean Fish of Miami, Florida, Lori-Jay Iturriaga (Manny) of Miami, Florida, Jodi-Lee Sayeg (Randy) of Macon, Georgia, Jeri-Sue Moffitt (Jim) of Lake City, Florida, and Judy Fish-Grassi (Jim) of Sarasota, Florida; and his nieces and nephews, Robert Gonzalez, Heather Gonzalez, Michael Lundstrom, Shane Heyder, Kristin Heyder, Brittany Heyder, Robert Sahland, Rex Saip, AJ Saip, Kevin Saip, Douglas Sayeg, James Moffitt, Jr. and Christopher Moffitt.

A celebration of life will be held at Christ Fellowship Chapel, 8900 SW 168^th Street, Palmetto Bay, Florida, on Saturday, June 4, 2022, at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, you can donate to a local homeless shelter in honor of Douglas’s memory.

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Fayola says:

29 Nov 2022

Doug, you will be missed.
I am in shock. I had no idea. Last we spoke you were putting something on the mail to me. We talked about you moving and you were looking forward to a new state and new people.
I called and texted for Christmas, New year’s and your birthday and could not reach you. I decided to Google tonight because it is not like you to go missing for this long. I am sorry that I did not get to say goodbye. Rest in peace my dear friend. I will cherish the memories of the past 31 years from doing my make up on my wedding day, to driving me to target to get last minute things right before taking me to the hospital to give birth. The jokes to cheer me up, and the listening ear over the years. I am happy that I was able to be that listening ear for you as well. I am sure that you are with Richard now. You missed him so.
I will miss you
Jeri posted an image:

04 Jun 2022

I hope you friends get to see these.
Jeri posted an image:

04 Jun 2022

Retirement
Nicole W says:

02 Jun 2022

I met Doug in the early 90’s at Baptist Hospital, as we worked in Admitting together. Doug always kept us kept us laughing and was sorely missed when he relocated to Orlando. We gave him a sexy thong bathing suit as a parting gift and he always told me how much attention he got when he wore it Over the years, we kept in touch. On my last visit to Orlando I wanted to hang out but Doug just wasn’t feeling well enough at that time to do so. I’m so sorry to hear he’s gone. I will miss all our late night chats and reminiscing. My condolences to his friends and family, and particularly to Jody, and his sisters. He spoke about you ladies often and with reverence. RIP Douglas. I hope you know how much you were loved.
Lori posted an image:

27 May 2022

Always sharing good times!
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27 May 2022

Judy Vicki and Douglas
Lori says:

27 May 2022

Douglas know that all of your sisters adored you and we will keep your goofy nutty memories forever in our hearts and minds !
Growing up with you was always an adventure and fun !
Willing to give of yourself to do many !
You will be missed but never forgotten!
My brother my friend
Love you
Lori
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27 May 2022

Douglas and I with Shane
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27 May 2022

Douglas and Jeri
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27 May 2022

Douglas and Jodi
Jeri Moffitt says:

21 May 2022

“When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could
say, "I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

… One of your favorite people.

You certainly had A LOT OF TALENT and helped so many people throughout your life, literally up until you no longer could. That is what I’ll remember most … and your sense of humor of course.

I love you, Doug.
Barbara Teller says:

16 May 2022

I will miss your way of making us both laugh until I cried. Sorry you weren't able to come up for treatment. Glad that you are with Richard. Rest well. And thanks for some great recipes. "Jewish pasta" xoxo
Toni posted an image:

15 May 2022

Doug and I
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15 May 2022

Doug and I disco dancing days!
Toni says:

14 May 2022

Missing you so much Dougie. Our long talks, and laughs! The look on your face when I walked into the room “ My adopted sister” you would say! The raised eyebrow and gleam in your eye when a “joke” was coming. Your contagious laugh! So much I miss about you. I can barely write this through the tears. You’re always going to be my baby brother. I will always love you. Until we see each other again…kisses
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Kate O'Neal says:

12 May 2022

We never got to wear our hazmat suits to Publix and yell at people to stay 6 feet away!
You always tried to find the funny, all the way to the end.
Rest in the arms of those who loved you and passed before you...Richard, your mom...
You will be missed.
Lori Heyder-Iturriaga posted an image:

08 May 2022

Douuuga and I in the middle with Jeri,Jodi,Robert,Mom,Shane,Jimmy and Richard
Lori Heyder-Iturriaga posted an image:

08 May 2022

Mom and Doug
Lori Heyder-Iturriaga says:

08 May 2022

Douuuuga!
My Brother my friend all through our lives !
As young children we clung to each other for comfort in troubled times as we did as we grew older.
He was a jokester a funny guy always looking for a way to laugh in the hardest situations.
I think that will stick with me in front of all the other attributes.
I so loved him and will always carry him with me.
My brother my friend
Love you always
Lori
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08 May 2022
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Robert Kirk Mackie posted an image:

05 May 2022

Doug at home.
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05 May 2022

Me at home
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05 May 2022
Robert Kirk Mackie says:

05 May 2022

Douglas “Dougie” was a really special part of my life…He lost his partner at about the same time I did and we were both VERY instrumental in helping each other to heal from the grief of losing someone so dear, who becomes a part of who you are.
Doug became the biggest part of my heart…We talked every single day, for two years and had plans to spend the last of our days together but, God had different plans…
It’s really strange for me but, I am glad that he is finally with Richard, who was the love of his life, for 42 years…
I feel like I can say this, wholeheartedly….
I Love You both and I am glad that you will spend Eternity together, in PERFECT LOVE and INFINITE LIGHT….
You will always be the biggest part of my heart…

Eternal Unconditional Love and Light to You, Dougie…I Will Always Love You…✨
Rest in blissful peace.

Yours Always, Bobby.
Lisa Dogery says:

04 May 2022

So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful brother. Wish I had the opportunity to meet him. I know he is flying with the angels. My family and I send our deepest condolences to the whole family.