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1957
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2010
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Brad Light Obituary
Brad Light was born Aug. 23, 1957, to Robert S. and Jo Anna (Wills) Light in Carlsbad, N.M. He graduated from New Mexico Military Institute in 1975. Brad returned to Carlsbad after graduation to join the family business. He served as president of the Wills Royalty Inc. Brad loved the movie theater business. He bought and renovated the Fiesta Drive-in, which he has operated since the mid '90s. Brad was an avid dog lover. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jo Anna W. Light; and brother, Robert M. Light.
He is survived by his daughter, Sidney JoAnna Light of Carlsbad, N.M.; father, Robert S. Light of Austin, Texas; brother, Stanley W. Light of Dallas, Texas; aunts: Elizabeth Wills, Kay Light and Ann Burns and husband, David; uncle, John Light; best friend, Steven Melero; and several cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Noah's Ark, 5247 Buena Vista, Carlsbad, NM 88220 or Carlsbad Foundation, 116 S. Canyon St., Carlsbad, NM 88220. Condolences may be expressed at dentonwood.com.
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Randal Tolbert
November 19, 2010
I am truly saddened by this recent turn of events in the Light family, words fail at a time like this. I have known Stan and his family for many years now and our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this time and the days to follow. Best to you, Randal Tolbert
Randy Foster
October 29, 2010
My sympathies to Bob and all the Light family.
October 28, 2010
Bob, Sidney, and Family....Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Wanda Welch
We are so sorry for your lose. Brad help us out and gave me a chance when no one else would. He we always be a friend and missed forever.
Chris & Tania Dossey
October 28, 2010
Adam Caran
October 28, 2010
Dear Bob & Family,
You are very much in my thoughts & prayers right now. I consider myself very fortunate for having met Stanley over 20 years ago & getting to know your family. You've all been a blessing in my life & Brad will be missed. I trust that God will give you peace & encouragement during this time of need.
Allen Paneral
October 28, 2010
Sidney, Stanley, and Bob, I am so sorry for your loss and pain. John Gaffney, Joe Sadler and I spent countless hours working with Bradley at various theaters. We also did our time at Bob’s junk yard, Bradley name for his father’s office. Bob always had a project and the four of us (Brad, John, Joe, Allen) provided the labor to complete many of Bob’s projects. Bob and Brad’s best project was the searchlight for the premiere of the movie “The Honkers” filmed in Carlsbad. Bradley wanted a new searchlight for opening night to give Carlsbad the Hollywood feel. Bob told Bradley he would help acquire the searchlight. Bob picked up an Army surplus searchlight, not what Bradley envisioned. We spent the next month rebuilding the searchlight and finished the week before opening night at the Cavern Theater. Bradley loved the movies and had theater in his blood.
You have my deepest sympathies and my thoughts, prayers, are with you.
Fr. John and Viriginia Hall
October 28, 2010
Bob and Stan and Sidney,
Both Mother and I want you to know how sorry we are for your loss. Be assured that Brad and indeed all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant eternal rest to Brad and his Blessings and Peace, to you his family.
Rest eternal grant to him, O Lord;
And let light perpetual shine upon him.
May his soul, and the souls of all the departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in Peace.
Terri Sullivan
October 27, 2010
Our deepest thoughts are with you in this time of loss. May GOD reach his hands out and sooth you and your hearts. Brad did something good for Carlsbad, and for him I will never forget my movie night with my MOM. Thank you Brad, & GOD bless you!!!!
October 27, 2010
Bob and family,
I'm sorry for your loss. I lived across the street from you guys on Orchard Lane .Brad and I rode horses together....I think you had a horse named Lightning...of course you remember my Dad ..Bob Brown, he had alot of respect for you and your family. God Bless..
Lori Howard Hayes
October 27, 2010
Mr. Light I am very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you!! Nobody wants to belong to this club, I pray that God will give you strength and courage to get through this difficult time. GOD BLESS YOU!
Kerry Moutray
October 27, 2010
Bob, Stanley and Sidney
I am sorry for the pain you are all in. He was a wonderful friend to me. I have alot of fun memories of Brad working at the Cavern and Big Sky and the Pecos Pool. Brad loved life and you made your dream come true with the drive in. I will hold on to your funny laugh and your bright smile. You my friend will be missed by alot of people but never forgotten. Rest in peace my friend and watch over your dad Sidney and your brother Stanley. With all my love
Kerry "Goodwin" Moutray
NANCY BRITAIN
October 27, 2010
SYNDEY~~~~MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN THIS TIME OF LOSS..GOD BLESS YOU AND YOU FAMILY~~~
John Gaffney
October 27, 2010
Sidney, I doubt you remember me, but I'm sure Bob and Stanley will. Brad and I have been friends since sixth grade at Eisenhower. We fought fires together in La Huerta, made EMS runs together, and spent countless hours together working at various theaters. Brad was one of my groomsmen and will always be in my heart as a good and dear friend. You all have my deepest sympathies. I regret I will not make the services but know my thoughts, prayers, and love are with you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Bradley, Michelle and I on his boat.
Shawna "Lightner" Staats
October 27, 2010
Bob and Sidney,
I'm so sorry about your loss of Bradley. I saw Bradley on July 28th, gave him a hug and a kiss on his cheek. It brought back the memories when I was living there as a child until I moved in the summer 1996 to Kansas. I'll miss him so much when I go to Carlsbad to visit!
Lucile Haggard
October 27, 2010
Very sorry about your loss. May the family continue to be blessed at this time of your loss.
Walter & Sue Bradley
October 27, 2010
Bob
You and your family has our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this time of loss.
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