George R. "Skip" Light, age 85 of White Oak, passed peacefully on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at The Palms at O'Neil in McKeesport. Born December 27, 1930 in Swissvale, he was the son of the late George A. Light and Helen (Wentroble) Light Butorajac and beloved husband of the late Patty (Hetrick) Light. George honorably served our country in the US Army during the Korean War. Following his military service, he worked for Westinghouse-Bettis in the printing and reproduction department, retiring after more than 30 years of employment. He was a longtime member of St. John's Lutheran Church in North Versailles and also a member of the White Oak American Legion Post 701. George's greatest joy was spending time with his family and his surprise visits will be missed by many. He is survived by his son, John R. Light (Tracy Kelley) of White Oak; grandchildren, Jason and Jenna Light and their mother, Jaclyn Light; sister, Miriam (the late Gerald) Miller of Toronto, OH; and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Richard Light. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday, June 25, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, June 26, 2016 from 2-4 p.m. Funeral Service will be Monday, June 27, 2016 at 10 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, 715 Lincoln Highway (Route 30), North Versailles, PA 15137. Rev. Richard Krug will officiate. (Everyone please meet at church) Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial donations are suggested to St. John's Lutheran Church. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

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