Jerome Christian Lighthart, 87 years, passed away May 25, 2016. He was born July 10, 1928 to Jerome and Ada Lighthart. He is preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Lorene and Nada Lighthart. Jerome is survived by his wife of 54 years, Judy (Schadewaldt) Lighthart. Also surviving him are seven God-children: David Abel, Steven Abel, Laura (Abel) Adams, Kristina (Corn) Hochwender, Adrienne Corn, John-Michael Corn and Scott Corn.
Jerome attended Freeport schools and received his Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering. He worked in that industry until his retirement at age 70. Jerome enjoyed the mountains, spelunking, candle making, piano and organ music, computers and oil painting.

Jerome was a Christian man who exemplified "grace under pressure" through many health challenges. He loved the Lord as evidenced by the way he lived his life. He will be remembered for his stories, his wisdom and his devotion to his wife Judy. He will be greatly missed. He was the best of friends to many. Jerome's legacy lives on in our remembrances of him. If Jerome loved you, you were well loved. After walking on a broken leg for 56 years, Jerome is now running in Heaven!

Visitation will be at the Dakota United Methodist Church( 120 Church Street, Dakota, IL.) at 2PM on Sunday June 12th, with the service at 3 PM. Burial will directly follow at the Dakota Cemetery. Luncheon will be at the church after the burial.

Memorials may be made to the DeKalb Wesleyan Church, 1115 South Malta Road, DeKalb, IL. 60115 where Jerome was a Charter member. www.dekalbwesleyan.com.

Please leave a message in Jerome's guestbook at www.daughenbaughfh.com