Henry Lynn Horton, 88, went to be with the Lord on the morning of Thursday, December 20th, 2018 at his home in Chesapeake, Virginia. He was born on March 29th, 1930 in Gainesville, Texas. Henry was the son of Fredrick and Ovelia Horton. On October 15, 1974 Henry married the love of his life, Nancy. They were happily married for 46 years. Henry served for 20 years in the United States Navy. He retired as a Sonar Technician Chief Petty Officer. After the military Henry work for Lockheed Martin, retiring after 27 years.
Henry had a passion for Chevrolet Corvair. He was a member of the Tidewater Corvair Club. Henry also loved his Dallas Cowboys, from the time the organization began. He also enjoyed he church activities, he faithfully attended church at Bethany Freewill Baptist Church.
He is survived by his loving wife, also his nine children, Linda McDaniel, John Horton, Steven Horton, Julie Welcome, Douglas Horton, Sandra Kittle, Stephen Foster, Valerie Garcia and Robert Horton. Henry is also survived by a host of Grandchildren, and Great Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his Brother, Robert W. Horton.
The Visitation will be held at Bethany Freewill Baptist Church at 2430 Azalea Garden Rd. Norfolk, VA 23513 on December 26th, 2018 at 11:00 am. Followed by the Funeral Service at 12:00 pm. The Graveside Service will be held at Albert G Horton Jr Memorial Veterans Cemetery 5310 Milners Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434 on December 26th at 3:00 pm.
In leu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project.
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Thank you, Chief Petty Officer Horton, for your service to our country.
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Mrs H, Val, Brittney, Alexis, Bear, and Steve,
We know there are no words to ease the pain of your loss. We just want to say we are all better off from Mr. H being part of our lives..We are certainly richer for it. Our prayers are with you all..Nancy, Frank, Abigail & Noah Shepherd
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Rest in peace and walk with the Lord, you are remembered and cherished by the wonderful family you have left behind. Thank you for all you have done for the so many.
Nancy and family We are so sorry to learn of the loss of Hank. It brings a flood of memories of the time we spent as neighbors and friends. So many years have gone by. We will always remember Hank’s graciousness and willingness to help others in need. I know that I personally owe my civilian life to Hank for giving me the opportunity at Loral Aerospace that enabled me to have a successful career. Many other people can and should say the same. Know that Hank and family will be in our prayers. Dave and Lorraine Macklem
I am so sorry to hear of Hank’s passing. No words can express our sadness. He was truly one of a kind! I know Daddy ( Jim Weber) will be waiting at the gates of Heaven, and him and Hank will be riding together again! Keeping you and your family in prayer.
❤️ Cyndy Bateman
Love and prayers from the Zittle family.
my deepest sympathies to mrs horton regarding “Hank,s: passing. may the lord be with you.
Came to know Hank Horton when my wife Kathie and I moved to Hampton Roads from Winston Salem, NC when I took a position with then Ford Aerospace, where Hank was the directing manager of the location. A true gentleman who will be missed by all. My wife and I send along our deepest Condolences to his loving wife Nancy, and the entire Horton Family …