Brother Jon Light is gone

Dave Grafe · Post by **Dave Grafe** » 30 Jan 2025 12:59 pm

We have lost one of the really wonderful humans on the planet and a generous presence here on the forum. One of my first and bestest buddies here in the Hudson Valley, I am simply gutted at the news.

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Post by **Dave Mudgett** » 30 Jan 2025 1:17 pm

This is terrible news. Jon has been one of my favorite people on this forum. We will be, by far, the poorer without his presence. RIP Jon.

John De Maille · Post by **John De Maille** » 30 Jan 2025 1:38 pm

Very sad to hear this. Jon was a great contributor to the forum and will be missed by many. RIP Jon.

Howard Parker · Post by **Howard Parker** » 30 Jan 2025 2:13 pm

Terrible news. We've had many a conversation elsewhere. He'd answer steel questions and prod me for dobro info.

I will sorely miss him.

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Bill McCloskey · Post by **Bill McCloskey** » 30 Jan 2025 2:24 pm

This is a shock. I was just thinking about taking one of my steels for him to work on. RIP.

Ross Shafer · Post by **Ross Shafer** » 30 Jan 2025 2:33 pm

This breaks my heart. Jon and I became good friends during and after the build of his Sierra. He was a mighty fine person and someone that I will miss sorely.

I've been worried since reaching out to him yesterday with no response. He was very private about his illness, but always answered right away when I touched bases to see how he was feeling.

Jon was a talented player and a very good steel mechanic...he will be missed, a lot!

RIP dear friend, I will miss our far ranging conversations.

Bill Ladd · Post by **Bill Ladd** » 30 Jan 2025 2:42 pm

RIP Jon.

Ricky Davis · Post by **Ricky Davis** » 30 Jan 2025 3:26 pm

Oh my Lord; me and Jon go back to the beginning of this Forum; late 90's when I played with Dale Watson; Jon even came saw us when we played Manhattan, NYC...
Rest in Peace Jon; I'll miss all our great mechanical conversations.
Ricky

Ian Worley · Post by **Ian Worley** » 30 Jan 2025 4:34 pm

I am shocked and saddened to read this news. Jon was definitely one of the good guys, always ready to help other folks in any way he could. The forum will be diminished without his continued presence, but he left a lot of himself here for the rest of us to remember him by. Rest in peace my friend.

Larry Dering · Post by **Larry Dering** » 30 Jan 2025 4:59 pm

This is a shock and major loss to our steel guitar community. Jon was a talented steel mechanic and a helpful friend to anyone in need. His sage advice was an important commodity to the steel guitar industry. RIP Jon, you left us a wealth of knowledge that will live on.

Lee Baucum · Post by **Lee Baucum** » 30 Jan 2025 5:42 pm

Oh my. I've lost another kindred spirit.

This is sad.

Bob Blair · Post by **Bob Blair** » 30 Jan 2025 8:50 pm

This is a devastating loss - I can't find any words. A wonderful man.

Mike Neer · Post by **Mike Neer** » 30 Jan 2025 9:36 pm

Man, this really hurts. What a great guy Jon was and will always be remembered as. RIP my friend.

Bob Hoffnar · Post by **Bob Hoffnar** » 30 Jan 2025 11:03 pm

Jon was such a sweet good man. I’ll miss him.

Per Berner · Post by **Per Berner** » 31 Jan 2025 4:29 am

He will surely be missed. Lots of knowledge, always willing to share.

Dan Kelly · Post by **Dan Kelly** » 31 Jan 2025 5:02 am

WOW! I am sorry to hear about this. Jon will be missed. May Perpetual Light shine upon him!

Frank Freniere · Post by **Frank Freniere** » 31 Jan 2025 5:13 am

So sad. Thanks for all your contributions - rest in peace, Jon. Condolences to the family.

Tommy Detamore · Post by **Tommy Detamore** » 31 Jan 2025 5:43 am

I too am so sorry to hear this. John was such a nice guy person, and so very knowledgeable and helpful. I played in NYC once and he came out to the show and we had a nice visit. It was great to finally meet him face-to-face after corresponding so many years.

R.I.P. John. You will be missed by so many.

Craig Stock · Post by **Craig Stock** » 31 Jan 2025 6:08 am

Man I'm shocked to read this this morning. Jon was a really good guy!

I hooked him up with my brother-in-law's band years ago when he was still in Brooklyn.

I'm so sad to hear this, RIP Jon!

Chris Boyd · Post by **Chris Boyd** » 31 Jan 2025 6:19 am

So sad to hear this. Jon was such a bright spirit and huge plus to us all here on the forum and to anyone who knew him. May he rest in peace.

Jerry Overstreet · Post by **Jerry Overstreet** » 31 Jan 2025 7:16 am

A shock since I had no idea he was ill. One of the most helpful and tolerant people here. Always willing to lend a hand where he could.

Big void left here. RIP Jon. Condolences to the family and close friends.

Jim Cooley · Post by **Jim Cooley** » 31 Jan 2025 7:23 am

I always paid particular attention to Jon's postings. I learned a lot from him. He was a great asset to the forum and will be missed.

Terry Wood · Post by **Terry Wood** » 31 Jan 2025 7:33 am

Sorry to hear this about Jon! He was an important contributor to the Steel Guitar community here for many years. I never knew him personally but communicated with him at times. RIP Jon you will be remembered. Prayers for his family and many friends.

gary pierce · Post by **gary pierce** » 31 Jan 2025 8:52 am

So sorry to hear, I enjoyed his knowledge and post here.

HowardR · Post by **HowardR** » 31 Jan 2025 10:57 am

This is sad.....I go back many years with Jon....R.I.P. my friend.....