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Richard Horton Obituary
October 19, 2022
Richard Philip Horton, 71 of Tyrone and formerly of Frederick, MD and Greenwich, CT passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. He was born in Greenwich, CT on May 2, 1951, the son of the late William F. and Doris Hawley (Norton) Horton. He was previously married to Jill (MacDonald) Horton who survives. Also surviving are three daughters: Tara Leith (Mel) Faulconer of Maryland, Valerie Candee (Christopher) Morroni of Tyrone, and Abigail Edith (Ross) Nilles of Texas; two brothers: Robert and Tom Horton; and 12 grandchildren: Josh, Ian, Riley, Philip, Lillian, Olivia, Mariella, Letham, Angel, Tucker, Jack, and Susan. He was preceded in death by two siblings: Barbara Gorman and Brian Horton.
Richard was a 1969 graduate of Greenwich High School and worked as a purchaser and store manager for Hartmarx and Raleighs. He enjoyed traveling, water skiing, music and movies, and his horse hobby farm. He loved telling stories of his time at Woodstock and youthful adventures, and would always greet a stranger with a smile and conversation. Richard cared deeply for his family and friends.
A future memorial service for Richard Philip Horton will be announced at a later date. Contributions in his memory may be made to Community Worship Center, 1300 Bald Eagle Ave., Tyrone, PA 16686. Arrangements are under the care of the Richard H. Searer Funeral Home, Inc.
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A Debebe
October 23, 2022
I had the honor of working with Dick and I always admired his kindness, honesty, hard work and candor. He has left an indelible mark on my life and I will always remember him. May he rest in peace.
Robert Horton
October 22, 2022
Many good laughs over the years. Love you and miss you brother.
Robert Brady
October 22, 2022
Tom so sorry to hear the loss of your brother. May he RIP at the feet of the lord and may the angels escort him into heaven. Gone too soon. May his family find peace as well.
Jonathan Schmitz
October 21, 2022
Dick's smile tells it all. An open, warm gentle man. I was honored to spend fun times in our youth together and regret not fulfilling mutual plans to get together in recent years. His kind nature continues to live within us.
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