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TONYA LIGHTNER Obituary

TONYA R. LIGHTNER, 36, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014, at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis. Born in Fort Wayne, Tonya graduated from Bluffton High School. She went on to earn two associate degrees in office management and nursing. She was a member of Parkwood Church of God in Fort Wayne and Union Chapel Church of God in Bryan, Ohio. Tonya enjoyed reading, cooking and spending time with her husband and children. Surviving are her husband of 15 years, Erik Lightner of Fort Wayne; father, Anthony Miller of Columbia City; mother, Brenda Mahon of Lansing, Mich.; children, Kaine, MaryBeth, Alec, and Aubrey Lightner; brother, Chad Miller of Bluffton; and grandmothers, Joanne Miller and Deloris Mahon, both of Bluffton. Service is 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2014, at Parkwood Church of God, 3320 Trier Road, with calling one hour prior. The Rev. Dr. Gary Staats officiating. Calling also from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014, at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lightner Children. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.domccombandsons.com

Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Aug. 19, 2014.
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Brenda, Just wanted to let you know we are praying for you and your family. And know that we love you!

Paula Hunnicutt

August 22, 2014

Brenda and family : So sorry to hear about your loss. In my Prays all of you> Sincerely Carolyn Faus and Godoy Tosh

August 21, 2014

Brenda and family,
I realize it has been years since I have seen Tonya, but I knew that smile the moment I saw it. She has had the same beautiful smile since she was a little girl. Ironic since that was the last time I saw her. I have pictures of her and Chad out back playing on the swingset at mom's house. I wish I had some magical words to ease your pain. Instead, I will hold you and the family close in my heart and prayers. May God bless you all and bring you peace and comfort and may you never forget the love Tonya brought to your life. She will remain in your hearts forever.

Gail Haver (Hankey)

August 19, 2014

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