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Margaret Horton Obituary

Margaret Horton DATELINE: WELLINGTON, KS - Margaret Horton, of Wellington, KS, died Friday, March 29 at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice after a short illness. Margaret loved spending time with her family, traveling to Texas and North Carolina to visit her beloved grandchildren. She was an avid bridge player and enjoyed attending summer musicals and movies with her close circle of friends. Margaret's joys also included reading, gardening and working on her house.

Margaret embraced others. She spent 15 years working as the administrative coordinator for UKSM, a Ryan White program. Her key responsibilities included organizing the dental clinic, where she made many friends, and playing a significant role in planning and executing fundraising events. She valued the time spent and relationships made through her work. She was a hard worker who was never afraid of a challenge.

As a resident of Wellington for more than 50 years, she made a positive impact on many lives, especially her daughters'. She was very active in her community, volunteering for many organizations including First Christian Church, the Chisholm Trail Museum, the Wellington Planning commission, and Big Brothers/Big Sisters among others. She was a member of the Kansas Heartland Girl Scout leadership, youth softball coach, Sunday school teacher, and school secretary. Every year, she looked forward to her role in hiding the Wheat Festival Medallion.

She is predeceased by her father, R. Dean Pressler, and mother, Marjorie Presser.

Margaret's survivors include her daughters, Terri Rehkop and husband John of Huntersville, NC and Traci Horton of The Colony, TX and grandchildren, Audrey Loub, Benjamin Loub, and Brady Rehkop. She is also survived by her sister, Jean Gonzalez (Frank) and brothers, James Pressler (Margene), William Pressler (Marcene), and Daniel Pressler (Charlotte).

Margaret will be missed by all who loved her. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 2, 2019. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at First Christian Church of Wellington, KS.

Memorials may be given to Chisholm Trial Museum or Central and Western Kansas Alzheimer's Association. Contributions may be mailed or left with the funeral home.

To share a memorial or to leave condolences, please visit www.cornejodayfuneralhome.com

Arrangements by Cornejo Day Funeral Home & Crematory, Wellington, KS.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Apr. 2 to Apr. 3, 2019.

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Michael Patterson

April 13, 2019

I just got back from two week vacation and got news about Margaret. Life is sooo short and this news is very sad. Margaret and I went to Dawson grade school together as well as HPHS. I considered her a good friend and have thought of her several times over the years. I remember as kids me and some of our rowdy friends use to love teasing her little brother about his inability to say the word truck(you can imagine what word he actually used). Margaret would get embarrassed and turn red every time we did it, but she was a good sport and always laughed with us. Good bye Margaret-rest well! Michael Patterson

April 8, 2019

It is with heavy heart we hear of Margaret's passing. Fond memories of yester year. From Dawson Elementary into Highland Park High School. Will always have fond memories of the "good ole days." RIP

Patti Cox

April 3, 2019

I am so sorry to hear about Butch passing. I know that she will be missed by so many friends and family. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs for all of you!
Patti

Zelda Gibbs- Fiest

April 3, 2019

Margaret was a great friend , great playmate , we grew up as neighbors . we had lots of fun . I don't ever remember any kind of argument . Her dad took us to the bowling ally on accession . it was a learning lesson for me . I was made aware to all the names of cars on the trips to the bowling ally . She was smart & witty . Last time I saw her was at her fathers funeral . I figured I would see her again. Life is sometimes cut to short . I still think of her . I am so sorry for your loss.

John Liggett

April 1, 2019

So Sorry to hear of Margarets Passing, God Bless All of the Family!

March 31, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to the family and friends. May God help you through this difficult time. Psalm 145:18

March 31, 2019

Please accept my condolences to the family. May the wonderful memories of your loved one comfort you until God's promises are fulfilled.
Matt 5:5. Deloris

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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Cornejo Funeral Home & Crematory - Wellington

1030 Mission Road, Wellington, KS 67152

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First Christian Church

Wellington, KS

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1030 Mission Road, Wellington, KS 67152

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