My daughter passed away 10 years ago and my wonderful friends purchased a memorial bench with a plaque from the city of Holmes Beach so that I could enjoy the beach on Anna Maria Island and reflect on the 24 wonderful years I had with my daughter, Karen.
Unfortunately, the bench, along with many others, were destroyed or buried by the high surf from the two recent hurricanes.
If anyone knows or finds the bench, please, contact me at joycesdoran@gmail.com or 941-705-6223 or notify the city, 941-708-5800.
The city is collecting information and trying to find all the benches, and I’ve heard that some folks have found memorial plaques.
My daughter’s bench is dedicated “In Loving Memory of Karen Belinda Doran.” It was installed on 65th Street nine years ago.
Joyce Doran, Holmes Beach