Tonia Lighty

Tonia K. Lighty, 68, Altus, passed away Tuesday, October 6, at Jackson County Memorial Hospital. The family has chosen cremation and a Celebration of Life reception will be held at Tom’s Tavern in Altus at 7 p.m. Saturday, October 10, 2020. Cremation has been provided by Kincannon Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
Tonia Kay Lighty was born May 11, 1952 in Peru, Indiana to Clarence and Barbara (Minns) Lighty. She graduated from Altus High School with the Class of 1971 and continued her education at Aladin Beauty School in Altus. Tonia had worked at Ahead of Times as a stylist for over 18 years and had worked in a few other shops over the years. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed crafts, painting and hanging out with her friends.
Tonia was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Krista Karns; and three brothers, Randy, Rick and Bill Lighty. She is survived by her daughter, Miracle Dowling; her sister, Barbara Harris; special friends, Teresa Hutchinson and her son, Derek Richardson; and many friends.