Gayle James Koan Obituary
We bid farewell to Gayle James Koan (Deland, Florida), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 31, 2025 at the age of 87. Gayle James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gayle James Koan to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Samuel Harper of DeLand, FL. and Kathlyn Taylor James of DeLand, FL.; and her husband Philip Goodhart Koan. She is survived by: her daughters, Dena Lyn (Clifford Dixon) and Holly (Jim Proctor); her granddaughters, Katie Dixon Preston, Clare Proctor and Ansley Proctor; and her siblings, Craig James, Gregory James and Kathlyn Harris. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
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