Delano Light's obituary , Passed away on November 14, 2025 in Kelso, Tennessee

Delano Light

May 4, 1937 - November 14, 2025 (88 years old)

Kelso, Tennessee

Delano Light's obituary , Passed away on November 14, 2025 in Kelso, Tennessee

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Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home

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Delano Light

May 4, 1937 - November 14, 2025 (88 years old)

Kelso, Tennessee

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Delano Light Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Delano Light of Kelso, Tennessee, who passed away at the age of 88, on November 14, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Delano Light or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Vercie Hoyt "Buss" and Alma Elizabeth Cook Light; his wife Betty Jo McCaleb Light; his child Baby Light; his granddaughter Erin Petty; and his son-in-law Daniel Jerome.

He is survived by: his daughters, Mona Petty (Jerry), Renee Jerome and Becky Christa; his grandchildren, Amy Mitchell (Josh), Heather Petty, Jennifer Jerome, Cyndi Jerome, Caleb Christa (Hannah), Joshua Christa and Ryan Christa; his great grandchildren, Brooklyn Wilburn, Kiana Petty, Alyssa Petty, Aaron Petty, Jaylee Brown, Sunny Jerome, Wyatt Christa, Memphis Christa and Ollie Christa; his sister Judy Fudge (Ronnie); his nephew Jason Fudge (Sigrid); and his great-nephew Jake.

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Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home



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Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home
508 W College St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home
508 W College St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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