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Waymon Light Obituary
Waymon Light, Jr., 76, of Hillsville, Virginia went home to be with the Lord on August 14, 2021. He was born in Carroll County to the late Waymon Light and Ruth Sowers Light. He is survived by his wife Nellie Mae Painter Light of 56 years, son James Light and wife Sandra, son David Light, grandchildren Ashley and Tanner Edwards, Sarah and Kenley Meredith, Justin and Liz Light, Kelly Light and fiancé Joshua Myers, great granddaughter Lyla Edwards, brother Ted Light and wife Glenda, and brother-in-law Burton Painter and wife Terri.
Junior served in the Army reserve. He worked for many years at Proctor Silex in Mt. Airy and then at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Funeral Home until his retirement. He was a long-time member of Sky View Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and enjoyed volunteering his time. Nothing made him happier than being with his family and grandchildren. Although he will be greatly missed by his family and friends, we are comforted by the knowledge that we will be with him in Heaven one day.
Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service which will be held at Sky View Baptist Church on Tuesday, August 17th at 11:00 a.m. with Pastors Wendell Horton and Gary Horton officiating. Burial will follow in the Webb-Skyview Cemetery. The viewing will be held preceding the funeral from 10:00-11:00. A guestbook is available on-line by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the Light family.
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Anita Kimble
August 23, 2021
Nellie Mae. Again so sorry for the loss of your soulmate. Comforting to know you can be together again one day in Heaven. God bless your family.
Billy and Kathryn Horton
August 19, 2021
Our prayers for all the Light family for your loss. May your memories bring comfort.
Billie Robinette
August 18, 2021
Nellie and Family, I only just found out about Waymon. We wish to send you our blessings and good wishes. We hold you in the light as you go through this time. Much love, Billie Kaye and Kim
Larry and Suzanne Collins
August 18, 2021
Nellie and Family, we only found out that Junior had passed away and wanted to let you know how sorry we are for your loss. I would see him at the Wellness Center walking his dog and always enjoyed talking with him. You and the children are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We will always remember him with fond memories as will our children.
Brenda Prunty
August 18, 2021
God bless Waymon's family. I know they have wonderful memories which will comfort them
David & Tammy Williams
August 17, 2021
Continued prayers for all the family
Dennis Hall
August 17, 2021
Please accept my sincerest condolences. So sorry for your loss.
Judy Hiatt
August 17, 2021
With Deepest Sympathy to the Light Family,
We were sorry to hear of Jr.'s passing. Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
Fred and Judy Hiatt
Clayton and Shirley Strickland Thomas
August 16, 2021
Our love and prayers for all. God bless each and everyone.
Mark and Connie Horton
August 16, 2021
Sorry to hear of Junior’s passing. So much love for him and his family.
Bill & Darlene Akers
August 16, 2021
We were very sorry to hear about Junior. He was always a Gentleman and will be remembered fondly. Prayers for Nellie and family.
Tony Gardner
August 16, 2021
Sorry for your loss bro. Always thought a lot of your dad and mom both. They have always been good to me . Let me know if y’all need anything.
Claude & Carolyn Worrell
August 16, 2021
So sorry to hear about Jr. passing away. Had lots of good times with him when we were growing up.Prayers for Nellie Mae and all of the family members
Donnie Ogle
August 16, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kimberly Hundley
August 16, 2021
Prayers for comfort for you all. I am very sorry for your loss.
Joyce Turman
August 16, 2021
My deepest sympathy. Jr was a very wonderful person. Prayers for Nellie Mae, James, and David.
Hilda Vivier
August 16, 2021
Our deepest sympathies go out to you ,Nellie Mae and all the family! We are so sorry for your loss! I pray for your comfort and peace.
Donna Meyer
August 16, 2021
May your hearts be filled with loving memories. My condolences to you and your family.
Dana Osborne-White
August 16, 2021
Nellie, I am so sorry for your loss and am praying for your peace and comfort. I am thankful for both of you as loving caregivers for Kristi as she was growing up. I knew she was loved and cared for.
Richard &Brenda Horton
August 16, 2021
So sorry for your loss . prayers going up for the family
James Shelor
August 16, 2021
I am sorry that I won't be able to attend the service due to appointments. May God be with you in the days to come.
Roger Hawthorne
August 16, 2021
Prayers From Theresa and Roger Hawthorne
Michael & Sue Dickens
August 15, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about your loss...lifting prayers for God's Peace to comfort your hearts.
Alice Summers
August 15, 2021
So sorry to hear of the passing of Waymon. Prayers for comfort and peace for all the family.
Carol Morris
August 15, 2021
I'm so sorry about hearing passing of your dad.. Praying for you and your family...
Nelson Sowers
August 15, 2021
God bless Junior and all his family. Cousin Nelson Sowers
Beth Graham
August 15, 2021
Oh Jr. was such a lovely person. We became friends the first time we met. We bonded over our love of Bassett Hounds!!! We could talk forever on that subject and then dogs in general. He had a loving and kind personality. That smile could light up anyone’s day. I loved to hear him laugh and tell stories about his crazy dogs. He always spoke fondly of his wife and family. He cared deeply for them. I know that his beloved dogs were welcoming him to heaven. He will be missed.
callie Horton wilkins
August 15, 2021
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.
Larry Brady
August 15, 2021
Sympathy to Nellie and all the Light family
Jill Worrell
August 15, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to all.
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