Lisa Grace VanHorn

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Lisa VanHorn Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Lisa Grace VanHorn
Start: 2018-03-25T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Denton County Fair Grounds

Lisa Grace Van Horn

Lisa Grace Van Horn, beyond beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on March 16, 2018. How do you describe the force of nature, the crazy diamond, that was Lisa with mere words? I thought I knew what love was when I met the beautiful "Tye Dye" Lisa. Why she agreed to go out with a goofy business major always amazed me. Lisa always spoke with kindness and she believed love and compassion were necessities, not luxuries.

Lisa grew up in Lubbock with stints in Georgia and New Mexico. She attended the South Plains Nursing School, SMU for dance, and the University of Houston before coming to Denton to go to UNT in 1989. She found her home in Denton, found a wide circle of friends, and was happy here from her first day. Lisa impacted many lives during her years at the TWU Child Development Center and continued to spread her light by helping friends and neighbors whenever she could and doing volunteer work. She raised the finest young man I know and Lisa brought joy and happiness to me beyond measure every day that I knew her.

Lisa's smile was incomparable and infectious. She was a crafter and cook extraordinaire and made a house our home every day. On any day when I came home for lunch, she would be making one of her wonderful quilts, making soap, and baking bread. To see her beautiful smile when I walked in and to hear a "Hi Sweetheart!" will be so missed.

Lisa was a welcoming woman with a frontier spirit who made many things from scratch including all kinds of breads, cakes, soap, laundry detergent, and even mayonnaise. She loved live music, dancing, being with her many friends, wine, travel, exotic foods, making tye dye, maps, children, dogs, gardening, flowers, her home, and her family. Lisa loved to teach and had a truly unique relationship with all young children. She was an amazing and beautiful woman.

She is survived by her husband Scott Sellers, our son Connor Sellers, her mother Ada Van Horn of Lubbock, her brother and sister-in-law Charles and Jennifer Van Horn, and so many heartbroken friends and extended family members. She was preceded in death by our son Sean, her brother Parks, and her father Harry.

I loved her every day and thankfully told her so. The world is diminished by her loss. Speak kindly to those you love and seize the day my friends. Life is precious and fleeting.

Please join us in a celebration of Lisa's life at 2 pm Sunday, March 25th, 2018 at the Denton County Fair Grounds located at 2217 N Carroll Blvd, Denton, TX 76201. All friends are welcome.

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

Published by Denton Record-Chronicle from Mar. 21 to Mar. 25, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Lisa VanHorn

12 Entries

Carrie Van Horn

December 8, 2018

Though we were second cousins, I did not actually have the opportunity to meet Lisa until I was around 14. From the moment I met her, she was a delight to be around. Full of life, giving, and a blessing to know. I did not get to see her much as an adult, but over the years we would write or call once in a while, and it was always wonderful to visit with her. A beautiful soul inside and out, and I will miss her greatly, as will every person she ever knew. My sincere condolences are to the whole family. A great loss indeed.

David Westrick

April 5, 2018

Scott, so sorry to hear this news. Your words paint the picture of the wonderful person Lisa was. I know she will be missed by many.

Sara Deines

April 5, 2018

I worked with Lisa for my 5 years at the TWU CDC. She was an extraordinary person and will be missed!! Rest in peace my friend!!

Katie Caldwell

March 25, 2018

RIP LISA! You made your mark in the world! THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS!❤

Keith Rowland

March 25, 2018

The world has lost a soul full grace and compassion. Everyone that met her knew the gift of laughter and her smile. She left way too early.

John and Margaret Abernathy

March 23, 2018

Scott, Connor, and extended family,
Johnny and I were so saddened to hear of sweet Lisa's loss. We will be with you in spirit on Sunday at her Memorial service. I often wish that Birmingham and the Dallas area were closer, and this is one of those times. Our love and prayers to all, and may God give you strength and comfort as you grieve.
The first time we met Lisa we felt as if we had known her for years, such a warm personality! Our
sincere condolences.

Linda Neal

March 23, 2018

To my sister Lisa, way too soon.

Linda

Marcella Franklin

March 23, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cynthia Cochran

March 22, 2018

So sad to hear of the passing of Lisa, we had so much fun working on the voting polls. Rest in peace Lisa. Love Cynthia Cochran

March 22, 2018

What a beautifully written obituary. I didn't know Lisa but know her mom through my sister Vicky. My deepest condolences. She must have been a beautifil person to be described as she is in her obituary. God bless you. Angie Dietz

Terri Camara (Ellard)

March 21, 2018

Such a beautifully written homage to a wonderful woman. She was one of a kind. I was so saddened to hear the news. Sending love and deepest condolences to Scott and family. May your fond memories give you comfort during this difficult time.

Michelle Bryant

March 21, 2018

If I had to pick one of all the amazing memories I have of Lisa, I would say it was the summer of 2010. I had to move home to St. Louis and Lisa gave up most of her summer to stay with me and help me unpack, sort, purge and heal. But that is what Lisa did, that was who she was and always will be in my memory.

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