James L. Koontz's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2024 in Melrose, Massachusetts

James L. Koontz

July 15, 1934 - July 23, 2024 (90 years old)

Melrose, Massachusetts

James L. Koontz's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2024 in Melrose, Massachusetts

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Gately Funeral Home

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James L. Koontz

July 15, 1934 - July 23, 2024 (90 years old)

Melrose, Massachusetts

James L. Koontz Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James L. Koontz of Melrose, Massachusetts, born in Dayton, Ohio, who passed away at the age of 90, on July 23, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As James departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved James. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

Among them "Engineer of the Year" in 1960 and the "Gold Medal Award" for contributions to global manufacturing from the Society of Engineering in Detroit, MI.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gately Funeral Home



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Gately Funeral Home
79 W Foster St, Melrose, MA 02176

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Mass of Christian Burial

St. Mary's Church
4 Herbert St, Melrose, MA 02176

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