Benton C. Kightlinger Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Benton C. Kightlinger of Meadville, Pennsylvania, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Benton left this world on March 9, 2025 at the age of 82, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Paul Kightlinger and Marion Kightlinger (Roae); his siblings, Dan Kightlinger (Mary Lou), Dorothy Cozzad, Paul Kightlinger and Mark Kightlinger; his son-in-law Edward "Zeke" Zelasco; and his siblings-in-law, Carol Kightlinger and David Waid.
He is survived by: his wife Sondra Nageotte; his daughters, Jennifer Zelasco of Meadville, Julie Ervin (Scott) of Goldsboro, NC and Jacie Birtciel of Meadville; his siblings, Thomas Kightlinger of Conneaut Lake and Debra Waid of Cambridge Springs; and his grandchildren, BoDee Birtciel and William Ervin. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to Crawford County Humane Society 11012 Kennedy Hill Rd. Meadville, PA 16335.
