Herscha Ann Leon Obituary
We announce the death of Herscha Ann Leon (Sarasota, Florida), who passed away on July 13, 2026, at the age of 85. Herscha Ann will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Herscha Ann Leon to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Leslie Harris and Lorraine Leatha Whitaker Galley; her stepfather Robert Galley; and her former husband Richard C. Gillett. She is survived by: her husband Carman John Leon Sr.; her children, Donna Lynn Gillett, Lorri Ann Gillett Zelaznik, Lisa Jean Gillett and Robert Richard Gillett (Jessica Lynne Gillett); her stepchildren, Carmen Leon Jr., Caron Stiff (Leon), David Leon and Edward Leon; her grandchildren, Caitlyn Fogu (RJ), Rachel Marsh, Lana Dordell, Anaiyah Marsh, Megan Swackhammer Zach Gillett (Randy), Haley Mendoza (Joey), Peyton Gillett and Dylan Gillett (Sara); her siblings, Janet Galley of Maine, Ron Galley, James L. Harris, Allan W. Harris and Ross E. Harris; Weston Fitch. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
July 18, 2026
Carman, Mindy, isaac, Noah, Micah (Leon) lit a candle
July 18, 2026
Carman, Mindy, isaac, Noah, Micah (Leon) sent flowers