ISLANDER OF THE WEEK:
Tona DeMers

DeMers

Name: Tona DeMers

How long have you lived on the island? 6 years, but I've had a house here for 20 years. I first visited Pensacola Beach in 1966 and the place we stayed was the Tiki on the Soundside.

What do you do? I'm a lawyer.

What's your favorite hangout? I don't hang out, but I would have to say Flounder's because my daughter likes to go there.

Pet Peeve: I consider myself obsessive compulsive, so there are probably too many to list.

Which organizations are you involved with? Pensacola Beach Residents and Leaseholders Association President, member 20 years; BRACE (Be Ready Alliance, a part of the United Way) Mitigation committee member; Pensacola Beach Elementary School PTA.

Do you have a goal for the island? Incorporation of Pensacola Beach.

Do you have a family? I am divorced with a 30-year-old son, Jason and an 11-year old daughter, Rebecca. I have two grandchildren, Hailey, 7 and Lauren, 1.

Islander of the week is a new feature of Gulf Breeze News/Island News. To nominate someone for this feature, call (850) 932-8986 or email island@gulfbreezenews.com.