Gerald W. Lightner's Obituary
Gerald W. Lightner, 85 of The Villages passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2009. He was born in Dixon, Illinois and moved to this area from Satellite Beach in 1978. He was a retired pilot for the United States Air Force, a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Summerfield and a Veteran of WWII, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Mr. Lightner is survived by his wife Julia, and his children Craig of The Villages, Steve of The Villages, Brad of Micco, Florida, Debra Eichelberger of The Villages and Gerald W. Lightner Jr. of The Villages, twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Mr. Lightner was predeceased by a son Mark in 1980. Funeral services with honors were held in Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell at 11 AM Thursday July 30, 2009, Pastor Mark Abrams officiated.
What’s your fondest memory of Gerald?
What’s a lesson you learned from Gerald?
Share a story where Gerald's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Gerald you’ll never forget.
How did Gerald make you smile?