MINNEOLA, FLA. — Brian D. Douglass, 55, of Minneola, Fla., formerly of Baldwin, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on Saturday, April 19, 2014.

He was born in Portland and moved to Florida 12 years ago. He was currently employed with Northrop Grumman Defense Contractors of Orlando as a Technical Lead. Previously Brian worked at Montalvo Corp. of Gorham as a Quality Control Supervisor.

He was an avid golfer, loved playing golf with his wife, Linda, best friend, Troy Falko, brother-in-law, Neal and nephews, James and David Sanborn. He loved baseball and softball. He shared an avid interest in the Boston Red Sox with his sister Linda even after moving to Florida through many telephone calls while they shared watching the games together long distance. He also enjoyed Bruins hockey and hunting.

He was the most wonderful, loving, devoted husband and best friend to his wife of 21 years, Linda.

He is also survived by two daughters, Michelle Wilcox of Mich. and Andrea Douglass of Maine; his sister, Linda Chute of Maine; two brothers, Jeff and Wayne Douglass of Maine; his two grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and extended family.

There will be a family memorial service in Maine at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.