James Randolph Horner

James Randolph Horner, 88, died August 12, 2015 at his home in Mohawk. He was born August 22, 1926 in St. Clair. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving from 1942 to 1946. He lived over 50 years in the Dayton, OH area as a self-employed painter and became a member of the Painter's Union in 1967 before returning to TN.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carmel and Blanche Roberts Horner; sister, Edna Smith; grandsons, Willis and Randy; special friend, Mary Smith.

He is survived by his two children, Jackie Buck and James Horner II; granddaughters, Shelby Buck and Lisa Dunn; great-grandchildren, Breanna Auton and Dylan Dunn; several extended family members and friends.

Family and friends may call at the home of Mr. Horner on Saturday, August 15, 2015 from 2 to 6 p.m. (505 Flea Ridge Road, Mohawk). A graveside service will be Monday, August 17, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Bent Creek Cemetery in Whitesburg.

Arrangements by Stetzer Funeral Home, Morristown.


This obituary was originally published in the Citizen Tribune.