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Gary Kightlinger Obituary
MARION: Gary L. Kightlinger age 71, of Marion, Ohio passed away Thursday, November 1, 2012 at Marion General Hospital. Gary was born April 20, 1941 in Franklin, PA to Ruth (Burtchfield) Kightlinger. On January 28, 1961, he married Tonya June Henderson in Franklin, PA. She passed away in Marion on May 10, 2009.
Gary was a very active member of the Richland Road Church of Christ and a member of the Lions Club. He very much enjoyed his grandchildren and all of their activities, especially the ones involving sports. He was an avid OSU fan and a Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Gary was retired as an engineer from the former Marion Power Shovel Company.
He leaves behind one daughter and two sons Kerry (Brian) Stevens of Marion, Chris (Kelly) Kightlinger of Powell, OH, and Jason (Trevah) Kightlinger of Marion; eight grandchildren Chase and Alexis Stevens, Hunter, Brant, and Nick Kightlinger, Paige, Jordan, and Braxton Kightlinger; also surviving are two sisters, Beverly Kightlinger of Grove City, PA, and Sandy Reyburn of Franklin, PA; as well as three brothers, Gerald Kightlinger of Virginia, Donnie Kightlinger of California, and Rich Kightlinger of Erie, PA. Besides his parents and his wife, Gary was preceded in death by sister, Gean McGill;and his brother, Jack Kightlinger.
Funeral services for Gary will be Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at 10:30 AM at the Richland Road Church of Christ. Officiating the service will be Russell Howard. Burial will immediately follow in the Marion Cemetery. Friends may call at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Richland Road Church of Christ. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.boydbornfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Kightlinger
November 6, 2012
I was sad to hear of Gary's passing. I send my deepest sympathy,love,and prayers to his family. Alice Mc Cracken(AJ)Graham. Class of 59
Bev and Denny Gilmore
November 6, 2012
We were shocked to hear of Gary's passing and send our deepest sympathy,love and prayers to his family. RGHS 1957 & 1959
Helen (Lackey) Burns
November 5, 2012
I was really sad to hear about Gary's passing. I graduated in 1960 from Rocky Grove High. I really enjoyed his wit & fun times.
Helen (Lackey) Burns
November 5, 2012
I graduated in 1960 with Gary; always enjoyed his humor. I attended a couple Reunions & got to see him. My sinsere condolences to his familiy from Oregon City, Ore
Phil Rodemoyer
November 5, 2012
Kightlinger family,
May the love of friends and family carry you throught your grief. Prayers are with you at this time.
Class of 59
Dan Borger
November 5, 2012
Kightlinger family
I was heartbroken to hear the news, and I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan Borger
Classmate 1959 Rocky Grove High
Terri Kightlinger-Nigro
November 4, 2012
Uncle Gary, may you have a peaceful rest...you will be missed by your large circle of family and friends.
Todd, Debby, Nick & Taylor Kightlinger
November 4, 2012
Uncle Gary will be truly missed by our family. We always enjoyed his company, his wit, his ball caps, the pinochle games, and so much more. May the memories of his life soften your sorrow. You are in our thought and prayers.
Robert&Joyce Ballinger
November 4, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
CHERYL COLLINS
November 4, 2012
GARY WAS SUCH A GENEROUS AND LOVING PERSON WILL BE FOREVER MISSED
David & Laurie Starcher
November 4, 2012
Are prayers are with you all. Gary will be missed dearly.
John & Carolyn Heimlich
November 3, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of Gary s'passing.We will not be able to come to visiting as we are poll workers....but you will be ain our prayers & thoughts.
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