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Richard Horton Obituary

Richard E. Horton, 71, a professor at Bristol Community College, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 10, 2020. He was the son of the late Claude and Evelyn (Mayo) Horton. Richard was born in Newport, RI and grew up in Swansea. At the age of 16 he had an accident which left him a quadriplegic, but he persevered, eventually completing his masters degree, and becoming a warm-hearted and well regarded professor at UMass Dartmouth and Bristol Community College. He taught AutoCAD and other computer related subjects. Outside of school, he pursued interests in Native American History, and despite his physical limits, became an accomplished painter. He is survived by two brothers, Allen Horton of N. Canton, OH, and Gary Horton of Swansea; also a sister, Valerie Medeiros of Kentucky. A memorial gathering will be held Wednesday, October 21, 2020 from 10-11am in the Hathaway Community Home for Funerals, 900 Buffinton St., Somerset. After a brief remembrance service, an interment will follow at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Swansea. Relatives and friends are invited to attend, subject to the limits of Covid distancing and the wearing of protective masks. For facility directions or to leave an online condolence go to www.hathawayfunerals.com.

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Published by Herald News on Oct. 15, 2020.

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Vittorio Pascal

October 27, 2020

Mr. Horton,

It's been a long time Sir. I'm saddened to hear of your passing and pray for your safe passage.

My condolences to family, friends and colleagues. Mr. Horton was my teacher. He taught me how to draft but also, most importantly, taught me how to hold my own against the driest and most sarcastically low key jokes allowable back then.

It was a privilege having made your acquaintance as your student. It was an honor to also serve as a teachers assistance during your classes.

I'll miss your humor Sir. Until next time, farewell, safe travels, and save me a seat wherever you land.

Cheers.

Donna M Mello

October 25, 2020

WOULD LIKE TO GIVE MY CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILY I MET RICHARD AS A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER AT HIS HOME WAS VERY SAD TO HEAR ABOUT HIS LOST JUST FOUND OUT TODAY REST IN PEACE RICHARD

Katelynn

October 19, 2020

I shared an office with Richard starting in January. He was an amazing person who was always willing to help. He spent countless hours volunteering (even receiving many awards for volunteer hours) to make sure the student in the engineering department had what they needed. He was in every morning before me and left after me. He would sing along to his music, and really seemed to enjoy his days. I wish I had the motivation that he did. Rest in Peace Richard!

Grove of 100 Memorial Trees

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Michael Andrade

October 16, 2020

Richards passing is a loss to all who knew him.Richard set an example of what perseverance and courage can do..

Tracey ponte

October 15, 2020

We are so sorry to here of Richard's passing. May he rest in piece. We have done a few auto repairs for him and he was an amazing gentleman every time he was here. God Bless Richard!
David & Tracey
Brougham Motors Inc

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