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Richard Allen Light

FUNERAL HOME

John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home & Crematory

305 Roanoke Boulevard

Salem, Virginia

Richard Light Obituary

Richard Allen Light, 51, of Denver, N.C., and formerly of Salem, Va., passed away suddenly on Monday, November 16, 2009. He loved boating, skiing, and picnicking on Lake Norman and anything else having to do with the water. His surviving family includes his grandmother, Allie Kesler; parents, James Wiley and Loretta Ann Light; wife, Soraya Light; daughters, Amy Virginia Light and Meaghann Fort; brothers, Randy Light and wife, Susie, and Roger Light; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 19, 2009, from both 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2009, in the funeral home's chapel. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. The Rev. Roger Counts will officiate. Online condolences to the family may be made at johnmoakey.com. The Light family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Nov. 18 to Nov. 19, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Light

16 Entries

Sally Askildson

December 12, 2009

Donna,

You and Richard always made my family feel like they were your family when we would visit you two at the lake. I know you and your family are going through a rough time, as Richard was bigger than life sometimes. May God keep you safe in his arms as you mourn his loss.

Mazen Chakra

November 21, 2009

I want to extend my deepest condolences and prayers to the entire family .
My deepest condolences and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May God comfort you now,and in the days to come.

Richard was a good Friend of mine for years,I will always remember him,and for sure you will be missed.
S & R Auto Sales Inc
Mazen Chakra

Colleen Buckner-Fields

November 20, 2009

Now the heavens are your lake to ride that jet ski in wide open places.
Ride like the wind my friend!

Gail Anderson

November 20, 2009

I went to school with Richard. We were both in band class. Although I haven't seen Richard since High School, I remember what a nice guy he was. Richard was the first guy my parents let me go out with. They allowed Richard to take me to a dance at school. My father met Richard outside in the yard with a pistol strapped on his waist. Needless to say, that was the one and only date with Richard. I am sure my dad scared him to death. I want to give my condolences to his wife, daughters, parents, brothers and the entire Light family. May God bless you and comfort you in the days and months ahead.

November 19, 2009

It has been years since we have seen Richard, but remember him fondly from working with him at Piedmont Airlines.
He was funny and will bring a smile to our faces as we remember him.
Bob and Tammie Whitlow

November 19, 2009

Meaghann, I am so sorry for your loss. We had many beautiful memories and I know how much he loved you! Take care of you! I love you! Deborah

bobby wimmer

November 19, 2009

So sorry for your loss. God be with you in this time of need! All of your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Wimmer Family

Mson Mercabi

November 19, 2009

Richard, you will always be live in our memories
We’re sure Lake Norman will always miss your laughter and the Sun will always miss your tanned nose and forehead, we will always remember how you greeted everyone with a smile and how you loved company in your house at the lake.
selling cars at our place will never be the same without your conveniently help providing car insurance. We pray you are in a better place now cruising in the nicest boat and riding the fastest Jet-ski, in a place where there is no cops to issue you a citation regardless how fast you’re going.
Our deepest condolences to the Light family and our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Ace Auto Brokers
Ziad Nasralah
Mason Mercabi

Jeannie Thomas

November 19, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

You will be missed dear friend.
I will always remember you.

WALLY MARKABI

November 19, 2009

Richard was my insurance agent and my friend.
I was shocked on that fatefull day when i learned about his sudden death.
May the lord bless his soul and rest hinm in peace.
HE WILL BE MISSED..............

Wally Markabi and family.

Stephanie TruluckGuenther

November 19, 2009

Richard was a loving person with a beautiful smile. He was a great man to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with he and his family. God bless and rest in peace.

Greg Dearman

November 19, 2009

I also worked with Richard in Charlotte back in the Piedmont days and into the USAir era. I always remember his kindness and his smile.

God be with his family and loved ones.

D. Thompson

November 19, 2009

To The Family Of:
Richard Allen Light

My deepest condolences and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May God comfort you now, and in the days to come.

Deena Bateh

November 19, 2009

Richard was always a delight to work with in Charlotte. He was kind, gentle and extremely compassionate. Dear friend you will be missed! May you now rest in peace.

bob whitaker

November 19, 2009

I worked with richard in charlotte and always talked about being from Virginia. I was working in lynchburg and he worked in Roanoke. He will be missed by many

Deb Mohler

November 18, 2009

This deeply saddens me. May you rest in peace, my childhood friend. Build that beautiful lakefront home in the sky and we will all meet you there someday.

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