She attended P.K. Yonge School and then graduated Pensacola High School. She attended Florida State University for two years. She married Robert A. Pace, Sr. in 1953. This marriage produced three children, Robert Jr., Katharine, and Janice.
Countless weekends were spent on Pensacola Bay. What a wonderful time, place, and way to grow up. We were blessed to be raised by good parents. In addition to boating, Mom and Dad had a passion for golf, dancing, and hanging out with their many friends. Mom was a great homemaker and the best cook.
At the conclusion of their marriage, Mom moved to Houston for a few years.
Upon her return to Pensacola, Mom and Lew Doman were reacquainted, dated, and married in 1989. Throughout their marriage they enjoyed traveling, golfing, tennis, and attending FSU games. Lew was an exceptional man and a good sport.
Mom is predeceased by her husband, Lewis Doman, parents; John and Myrtle Owens, two brothers; John Jr. and James Owens, and stepson Pat Doman. She is survived by her three children; Robert Pace, Jr., Katharine Pace Searcy (Stan), and Janice Pace Cooper (David). Step-children; David Doman (Teresa), Kathy Doman, Jimmy Doman (Monica), Amy Doman Gruenloh (Jeff), Ann Doman Hurst (Cal), Michael Doman. And many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A memorial mass will be Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church with visitation for family and friends to begin at 10:30 a.m. located at 100 Daniel Drive, Gulf Breeze, FL 32562. Private interment services to follow.
Many thanks to The Arbors and staff for your care and kindness to Mom. In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to your favorite charity.
