Gaylan K. Zan, 58, of Dallas died Dec. 23, 2018, of lymphoma.

Born Sept. 19, 1961 in New Home, Texas, Zant had lived in Dallas for 35 years. After graduating from New Home High School, he attended El Centro College in Dallas, graduating with an associate’s degree in Applied Science/Paralegal. He also attended the University of North Texas in Dallas, graduating with honors and the highest-possible GPA to earn a bachelor’s degree in Applied Arts and Sciences. He was a member of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society and was on the UNT President’s List.

Zant began his work career as a cotton farmer then moved to Dallas where he became a popular DJ and then manager of The Brick Bar on Maple Avenue. He later became a paralegal and a certified legal mediator, volunteering to help low-income people resolve their legal issues. He also was attending law school.
Zant is survived by his sister, Vicki Zant of Lubbock; his aunt, Patsy Zant of Lubbock; and his close friend and caretaker, David Delgado of Dallas.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 19, at 2 p.m. at Resource Center, 5750 Cedar Springs Road in Dallas. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas (LLS.org).

Final arrangements were handled by Resthaven Funeral Home in Lubbock.