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Devola Gillam Obituary

Devola Juanita Gillam, 81, who went by Gigi, passed away peacefully, on September 6, 2021, after several summer trips to visit some old friends. She was preceded by her husband Larry and son Don. She is survived by two daughters, Laura Smith and Beth Gillam; four grandchildren, Jason Ullman and wife Karla, Greg Ullman and wife Roxanna, Leah Smith and Janel Smith; and three great-grandchildren, Audrey, Grayson, and Asher Ullman. She will forever be remembered. Please visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and offer condolences.

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Published by Daily Press on Sep. 12, 2021.

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September 15, 2021

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

Georgia Brown

September 15, 2021

Dee was a wonderful person! She was always so sweet and welcoming. I met her at bingo and we played together from then on. I'm sending you a big hug in Heaven Dee and I love you! Thank you for all the good times!

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