NORTON--Thomas G. Lightner, 72, passed away August 20, 2017 after a brief illness. Tom was born in Barberton and had been a life resident of the Barberton/Norton area. He was a graduate Barberton High School class of 1964 and retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co. after 43 years of service. He was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and a proud Army Veteran. Preceded in death by his parents John and Estelle; He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years Carol A.; daughter Diane Lightner; son Mark Lightner; grandchildren Lindsey, Connor and Taylor Smith; siblings Janis Scott, John (Carla) Lightner, Jerry Lightner and Renee (Glen) Hicks; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, August 25, 2017 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 204-6th St. NW, Barberton. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Calling Hours Thursday from 5-8 PM at the SILVA-HOSTETLER FUNERAL HOME, 1199 Wooster Rd. West, Barberton, where prayers will be said Friday morning at 9:30 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Augustine Church.

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