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Obituary For David Lighty
Mr. David Arch “Bouncy Boy ” Lighty, son of Perry Lighty, Sr. and Louise M. Lighty was born on July 20, 1959 in Dillon, South Carolina. He attended the public schools of Dillon and was a 1977 graduate of Dillon High School. As a child and before he left Dillon, he attended St. Matthew AME Church. In 1978 he enlisted in the US Navy. Shortly after his duty with the US Navy, he made San Diego, California his home. He loved dancing, cooking, caring for children and filling any room with laughter. In the US Navy, he served as a Hospital Corpsman. After his naval enlistment, he returned home to work at Saint Eugene Hospital. After moving to San Diego, California, many years were spent as Scripps Mercy Hospital and Scripps Promise Hospital as a psych tech and certified LVN. In 2012, he obtained certification from Mueller College (San Diego) as a Holistic Health Practitioner in Integrated Bodywork. He was preceded in death by his father, Perry Lighty, Sr. and brothers -in -law Thomas Smith and Larry Hargrove. His beautiful life will forever be cherished in the lives of his family and friends. He is survived by, his mother: Louise Lighty of Dillon, SC; brothers: James (Mary) Lighty, Perry Lighty, Willie (Mary) Lighty and Sam (D aisy) Lighty all of Dillon, SC and Curits (Shelva) Lighty of Pottstown, PA; sisters: Lula Smith, Willena (Calvin) Dunson and Hattie Hargrove all of Dillon, SC; his beloved and best companion, Dinky the Bird; his Goddaughters: Nichole Duncan of San Diego, CA and Michelle Gilchrist of Dillon, SC; three special grandchildren: Semaj S Simpson, Tuhlon and Kailan Duncan all of San Diego, CA; friend Barbara Edwards and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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Sorry, I can't be there in person, but please know that my Prayers are with you all. Sadly missed by Your sisterin law, Shelva ( Cookie) Lighty Pottstown,PA
To the Lighty Famiy My Prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Felder Family
We are so sorry to hear of the death of our classmate. David was always a kind and considerate person. Our prayer is that God will bring peace and comfort to the hearts and minds of the family and friends. Pastor Dennis and Lorna McBride
Our sincere condolences to this family. May God console you during this very difficult time. Jason and Betty Gunter
Deepest sympathy and prayers to the family during this difficult time. May God grant you that peace that surpasses all understanding. Councilman Gerome McLeod & Family
Sorry to hear of the death of your loved one. May God grant you comfort today and the days ahead. Magnolia T. Williams
Praying for the family, sorry for your loss. Cora Townsend and family
Sending heartfelt love and sympathy to the Lighty Family. May God keep his arms wrapped around your family and give you the strength during this time. Irene and LaTonia Blue-Green Family
Sorry for your loss to the Lighty family.
My prayers and deepest sympathy are with the Lighty family. Presiding Elder Johnnie Coe
My prayers and deepest sympathy are with the Lighty family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lighty family. Pastor Allen & Inetta Robinson.
I'm Ronald White, my deepest condolences goes with prayer for the Lighty family! May he rest in peace!
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