A Light in the Darkness Death & Obituary : A Life of Strength, Compassion, and Faith
Macon, GA — The Macon community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of Kyley Anne Perfetto, a beloved 32-year-old nurse, CrossFit athlete, and devoted woman of faith, who passed away on April 5, 2025.
Though her life was marked by a courageous battle with addiction, Kyley’s warmth and resilience touched everyone she met. Her radiant smile could light up any room — genuine, full of life, and a beacon of hope to others. Her laughter was contagious, her compassion boundless, and her presence unforgettable.
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A Life of Purpose and Service
After being baptized in 2018, Kyley became a deeply involved member of New City Church in Macon, where her love for Jesus and dedication to serving others truly flourished. She participated in mission trips to Guatemala and Uganda, where she shared kindness, healing, and spiritual encouragement with communities in need. Her faith was not just a belief — it was a daily practice of love and generosity.
A Passionate Nurse and Healer
In her professional life, Kyley served as a nurse, known for her attentive care, empathy, and genuine connection with patients. Her colleagues remember her not only for her clinical skill but for the heartfelt compassion she brought into every room. Nursing, to Kyley, was a calling — one she answered with her whole heart.
A Fighter in Every Sense
Kyley found strength and community in the world of CrossFit, competing and training across Georgia and Tennessee. Her dedication, perseverance, and discipline in the gym mirrored the strength she carried in her everyday life. She motivated those around her to push beyond their limits and to rise, again and again, with resilience.
She also had a profound love for animals — especially her loyal dog, Mojo, who was by her side through many of life’s battles and triumphs.
A Battle Fought with Courage
Kyley’s struggle with addiction was a painful chapter in an otherwise vibrant life — one she faced with tremendous courage and vulnerability. Her passing is a solemn reminder of the complexity of addiction and the importance of compassion, support, and open conversation around mental health and recovery.
Honoring Her Legacy
Kyley will be remembered not for the battle she lost, but for the love she gave, the lives she touched, and the light she brought into the world. Her story is one of strength, faith, and fierce love — a legacy that will continue to live on in the hearts of her family, friends, patients, and community.
Funeral and memorial arrangements will be shared in the coming days.
As we say goodbye to a soul who gave so much of herself to others, we hold close the memory of Kyley Anne Perfetto — a woman who, even in her darkest moments, never stopped shining.
