Darlene "Dolly" Scott

Darlene “Dolly” Scott, 87 of Bonita Springs, FL passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Gulf Coast Medical Center. Formerly of Bloomington, MN she moved to Naples, FL in 1953 before relocating to Bonita Springs. Dolly was born July 12, 1935 in Minneapolis, MN a daughter of the late Fritz W. and Ivy L. (Burrows) Ericksen. She graduated from Edison College with her nursing degree before perusing a career as a registered nurse. She later became a well known restaurateur in Bonita Springs with her iconic Dolly’s Produce Patch and Eatery. Together with her son, Randy, they opened the restaurant in 1996, specializing in breakfast, lunch, and world-famous pies. Mrs. Scott was a founding member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Naples. Dolly had a love for ballroom dancing and at the age of 70 she began competing nationally, winning 3 championships in her respected age bracket. She attended the 1994 Olympics in Norway and was proud to carry the torch for the Olympics in Salt Lake City in 2001. Dolly enjoyed traveling, water skiing, and horses. Survivors include her loving children, Timothy Alander of Bonita Springs, FL, Randy Alander of Naples, FL, Cheryl Alander of Naples, FL; daughter-in-law, Judy Alander of Naples, FL; grandchildren, Sonya Hunter, Mandi (Mark) Amell, Timothy Alander, Todd Alander, and Tori Alander; and great-grandchildren, Robert and Mia; as well as many siblings, nieces and nephews, and extended family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Gerald Scott; son, Steve Alander; and seven siblings. Her family will receive friends on Friday, June 2, 2023, from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home, 28300 Tamiami Trail So., Bonita Springs, FL 34134. Her funeral service will be celebrated on Saturday, June 3rd at 12:00 PM at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 777 Mooring Line Drive, Naples, FL 34102. Burial will be private. A celebration of Dolly’s life will follow outside her restaurant beginning at 3:00 PM. Her funeral can be viewed online by visiting https://livestream.com/emmanuel/events/10872318 Online condolences may be offered by visiting www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home, Family Owned and Operated Since 1978.

Darlene "Dolly" Scott

July 12, 1935 - May 23, 2023