Sandra L. Lightner
1942-2020
Albert S. Lightner
1938-2020
"Together Forever"
YOUNGSTOWN - Sandra L. Lightner, 77, passed away Monday, April 2, 2020, at Park Vista Retirement Center. Albert S. Lightner, 82, passed away Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020, at the Beeghly Oaks Nursing Center.
Sandy was born in Youngstown, Oct. 20, 1942, the daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy (Pusser) Merz. Al was born in Youngstown, May 31, 1938, the son of the late Steven and Irene (Galmish) Lightner.
Sandy worked as a hairdresser for years. She enjoyed vacationing in the Carolinas and spending time with her family and loved to bake. Albert served in the U.S. Navy. He worked for the Youngstown Board of Education. Al also loved to hunt and fish. He had his own smokehouse and made some of the best jerky and sausage in the area.
Al and Sandra were strong Christians who helped many people over the years. They were both very active members of Victory Christian Center in Lowellville. Al loved to talk with people about the Lord and when he prayed for you or with you, his love of the Lord could always be felt.
They are survived by two sons, Rob (Jackie Franke) Lightner, Will (Minerva) Lightner; Sandy's sister, Roberta Donatelli; Al's brother, Denny Lightner; Al's sister, Geraldine Sopkovich; eight grandchildren, Rob Jr., David, Joshua, Alexis, Shayla, Adam (Marina), Nakia and Addison; and two great-grandchildren, Robert and Lucy. In addition to their parents, Al was preceded in death by his brother Richard Lightner.
Visitation for Al & Sandy will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2020, from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm followed by a joint memorial service starting at 5:00 pm at the Victory Christian Center, 3899 McCartney Road, Lowellville, Ohio.
In place of flowers, donations can be made to Victory Christian Center.
The family, funeral home, and church will be practicing social distancing and proper health protocols as mandated by the Governor, please wear a mask or facial covering.
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