Family and friends of Nelson Light, former member of Emmanuel Church and retired chief judge of the Pittsylvania County General District Court, gave thanks for his life during a memorial service held on March 1st at Emmanuel. Nelson died November 27, 2007 at his home in Virginia Beach.
During his many years as a member of Emmanuel, Nelson served in numerous capacities including junior and senior warden, committee chairman, and diocesan council and General Convention representative.