My dad, Larry James Kight, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, just seven days after his 82nd birthday.

He was born on February 17, 1942 in Coquille, Oregon, to George and Dorothy Kight.

As many of you may know he enjoyed spending his free time at his cabin in Maple Creek, chopping firewood, deer hunting and tinkering in his garage, with anything that has a motor.

He was a volunteer at the Blue Lake Fire Department in his earlier years, and he liked to catch up with the guys for coffee at Toni’s.

He will most likely be remembered for his gruff exterior, his cantankerous demeanor and his no-bullshit attitude. And of course those striking blue eyes!

He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Kight, and brother Bernie Kight. Also his parents George Kight, and his mother Dorothy Kight (Sacchi).

He is survived by his sister, Marie Henson of McKinleyville; daughter Shara Hammond and grandson Tyson Hammond of Las Vegas; along with several nieces and nephews — Jeremy Henson, Nicole Henson, Cody Washburn, and Craig Kight.

Anyone who would like to say a final goodbye to Larry is welcome to come by the Blue Lake Fire Department, on Saturday March 9, 2024, from 1-4 p.m.