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Ben Shaw
October 3, 2007
I grew up in the politics of the 1960s in Houston and admired Don Horn as an articulate and common sense advocate for the working people of Houston and the U.S. I can only imagine the geat accomplishments that he has accomplished since I moved away from Houston. I still quote Don on his view regarding those who fear inflation more than the loss of jobs caused by high interest rates:
"I don't care if gravy costs a dollar a sop, as long as I have the dollar to pay for it." Thank God for true men like Don who care for their fellow man and act like it.
Carol Wennagel
September 29, 2007
Dearest Ruth, I know how much you will miss Don. Many will miss a wonderful man and a good husband and father. He did so much for others.
I did not read about his passing until after the memorial service or I would have been there to extend my heartfelft sympathy. Please know that I love you and hold you close in my heart. With all of my love and sympathy always, Carol
Cristina Ghinga
September 27, 2007
It was an honor caring for Mr.Horn. In the short time that I have known him (and the rest of the family), he showed joy, humility, laughter:), and honesty. He is such a true, living example for me: one of giving,helping, and serving. It's rare to see a man so peaceful with himself and accepting of death. He was and will be an inspiration for me! I have a funny feeling I will be seeing him in heaven. God bless the Horn family: Mrs.Ruth, Sharon, Mr.George & Jaime, Melvin & Vel, Ashley, and Ms.Marjorie. I absolutely fell in love w/everyone, and I know the Lord will show Himself through all of you, just as He did in Mr.Horn. You all are in my prayers. May Jesus Christ live and shine in each and everyone one of you!
Mary Kavila
September 27, 2007
Don will be missed by many people. He was a very intelligent man and a good listener. I'm so blessed to have known him through his son, and daughter in-law, George and Jamie Horn, who kindly made me one of their own when I was at Austin Presbyterian Seminary. May God rest his soul in eternal Peace.
Mary Nkirote Kavila.
Mike Grady
September 26, 2007
Please accept my heart-felt sympathy for the loss of your beloved Mr. Horn. I was an Eagle Scout in Troop 60 from '63 - '67 and it was one of the most memorable times of my life. Don Horn was an excellent leader and I still carry within me the knowledge and confidence that he and the other leaders conveyed to us. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Mike Grady
Patrick Grady
September 22, 2007
Some of my best childhood memories are from my time spent in the Boy Scouts in Mr. Horn's Troop 60. What a generous man! May your many memories comfort you in your time of loss and grief.
Robert Schnitzer
September 20, 2007
It's been 48 years since I became one of Don Horn's Eagle Scouts in Troop 60. I cherish that accomplishment, and have always been grateful to Don's extraordinary efforts of leadership - often leading by pushing me from behind! He was a great inspiration in my early years, and I will forever be in his debt. I send my condolences to the family of this fine man.
Lauro Cruz
September 19, 2007
Don Horn will be missed by many. He was a great leader, and sincere friend. He led a great coalition in the 60's which elected the first Black female Senator Barbar Jordon and the first Hispanic State Rep. Lauro cruz. He will be remembered mostly because he was always there when he was needed at every level from the White House to the Court House.
Adelaide Horn
September 17, 2007
Aunt Ruth, Aunt Margie, Melvin and Vel, George and Jamie, Sharon and David; We can choose our friends they say, but we can't choose our families. I don't know what I did to have been born into such a loving and caring family as we have, but for all my life I have known the love and support from Uncle Don, and all of the rest of my family. I will miss him more than you will know, but I will carry him with Mom and Dad in my heart always. Adelaide
September 17, 2007
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU -- LARRY and GAIL STEVENS (HOUSTON, TEXAS)
A. R. Schwartz
September 16, 2007
Don was great at everything he did, from his days in the Air Corps to his years as a labor leader, but most of all, he was a true and great friend.
Lee Metzger
September 16, 2007
George and Jamie,
May you, your Mother, and all in your family find comfort in knowing that many share your sorrow.
Jack Carter
September 15, 2007
It was an honor to know and work with Don Horn - he was an inspiration to all of us, and he will be missed.
Dave Shapiro
September 14, 2007
May the Good Lord bless and keep Don Horn, for Don has truly done His work.
Vivian, Roselyn and Reginald Willis
September 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joe Canales
September 14, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.May your memories bring you comfort.It was an honor and previlage to work
together with you.
In Solidarity.
Retiree Teamster Local 988
Georgia Yawn
September 14, 2007
My sincerest sympathies to Don's family. He was always an inspiration to me as an AFL-CIO delegate, and a great contributor to labor issues and the Democratic Party. He will be greatly missed.
Sandra Page
September 14, 2007
My condolences to the family.
Sara, Jeff and Robby LeTourneau
September 14, 2007
We are thinking of all of you and wishing you strength and support for each other and from our Father in heaven. A great American, a great Texan and a great Houstonian is on his way to share in the goodness of Heaven. God will welcome him with open arms.
Debra Danburg
September 13, 2007
My condolences to Don's family, and to the larger labor and Democratic Party community. Don was a great friend and advisor to so many, and a true "gentle man". He will be sorely missed by us all.
Affectionately,
Debra Danburg
Len Baldwin
September 13, 2007
For the brief time that I have known Don Horn, and in the few times that I have actually been in his presence, I have always been impressed with his dedication to service and care and concern for the plight of others. His legacy of service is one to which we all should aspire. I regret I did not get to know him better.
Ken Bentsen, Jr.
September 13, 2007
Tamra and I wish to express our deepest condolences to Ruth and the family. Don Horn was a great man who throughout his life stepped up for his fellow citizens, whether it was flying bombing missions to defend freedom during WWII, or the working people he forever stood for, or the sick, and the downtrodden he never forgot. And through all of that he was as friendly a man one could ever meet. He was a true friend and a mentor on how one should live their life and while we mourn his passing, we feel tremendously blessed to have had the opportunity to know and learn from him.
Marcy Bennett-Zimmer
September 13, 2007
Hugs and condolences to Ruth, Sharon, Marjorie and all the family. Don was a strong presence who stood up for what he believed in. He, and you all, were certainly a part of my memories of Christmas celebrations on Parkview St. He truly made a difference.
Tara Hoopes
September 13, 2007
What a wonderful man and a wonderful family. How lucky we all were to be blessed with his presence. I always felt like a family member in your home and appreciated getting to know Mr. Horn as an American Hero, a father, and a grandfather. My hearfelt condolences to Mrs. Horn and all. Sharon, David, and Emily, many hugs and much love. You're in my prayers.
Alfonso Chapa
September 13, 2007
I really enjoyed being around Mr. Horn. He was one of my favorite patients to talk to at Dr. Garcia's office.
Rebecca and Ben Baker
September 13, 2007
How wonderful to read about your Dad's life, Sharon! What amazing contributions he made to our world. He really made a difference!
Love, Rebecca and Ben
Nick & Gail Richardson
September 13, 2007
Though I was not privileged to know Don Horn I know his son and have respect for him. His father was a person to look up to and respect. He will truley be missed. Our prayers for him and his family.
Hélène Reat
September 13, 2007
Dear Ruth and family:
The whole Dan Reat family,Hélène and Dan and the children: Marianne, Jean-François, Daniel, Jacqueline and Dominique, are sad at the news of Don's passing away. We have such good memories of your family when we were neighbors, some 45 years ago. May God bless you and keep you in his merciful arms. Love, Hélène
Jim, Jamie, Alex & Andrei Schmuker
September 13, 2007
Sharon, David, Emily, and family... know that we are keeping you all in our prayers through this most difficult time. May the Lord look over you and ease your pain and sorrow, may He strengthen your faith, and may He keep your memories forever clear of your father, grandfather and husband.
Karen Bellview
September 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marsha Ayers
September 13, 2007
My condolences to the Horn family. May God be with you during this time.
Marsha Ayers
Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services
Debbie Lokey
September 13, 2007
Dear Ruth & Family: Don and You have been a great inspiration for many people over the years, expecially in leadership, kindness and charity. You have religiously led many young children & adults to find their place with our Lord and Savior, for which there is no greater deed. May God Continue to Bless you and your family during this time. My prayers are with you all.
Ann Tackett
September 13, 2007
Aunt Ruth and family -- I know your hearts are breaking and how I wish I lived close by. Uncle Don lived a wonderful life and now he is at peace with no more suffering.
all my love,
Ann
Richard Shaw
September 13, 2007
To Ruth Horn and Family,
Our condolences and support in this time of grief - Your friends at the Harris County AFL-CIO Council. E. Dale Wortham, Richard Shaw, Ceole Speight, Tom Fitzmorris, Virginia Scott, Lucious Robinson
Melba Lee-Hosey
September 13, 2007
You have my sympathy. May God continue to bless all of you.
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