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Modesto High School

Loren Horton Obituary

Loren M. Horton
Aug 22, 1931 - Dec 27, 2012
The Lord called Loren Horton home on Dec. 27, 2012 at the age of 81. He is the beloved son of Ralph and Bertha Horton and a wonderful brother to Genevieve Horton. Loren was born in Redlands on August 22, 1931. Loren was a man devoted to education and served his city for many years as an educator at Modesto High School. His love of history was known by many and he was given the honor of being Teacher of the Year during his time at Modesto High. He also served faithfully in the choir for many years at Centenary Methodist Church. He was a wonderful friend to many, known for his quick wit and sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
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Published by Modesto Bee on Jan. 3, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Loren Horton

17 Entries

Cheryl Russell-Pogue

March 9, 2013

I so enjoyed corresponding with Loren after he moved; he was an inspiration to me, an aspiring teacher, as long as I was at MoHi. I shall miss his letters and just knowing such a special man was part of this world. May he rest in peace, and comfort to you, too.

Kathi Collum

January 19, 2013

Mr. Horton was a wonderful teacher who made history engaging, interesting and enjoyable. He was a huge asset to MHS. Condolences to his family, thank you for sharing him with us. MHS Class of 86.

January 19, 2013

He was the greatest History teacher, he made it sound so great. He will be missed. Class of 1959
Alice (Cain) Hogan

Elizabeth Parker

January 19, 2013

My sympathy to Mr. Horton's family, and may God bless you and give you peace. Mr. Horton was a much-loved teacher at MHS. Liz Parker, class of 1959.

Sandra Garvin

January 8, 2013

It was one of my greatest pleasures to teach in the same department with Loren. He set a standard of excellence that teachers strive for and for him it was simply his gift. He was kind and caring and always looked for new ways to reach his kids. Those of us who taught with him still miss him and his wit, his creativity and professionalism.

January 8, 2013

Mr. Horton was the best history teacher I ever had. He was a great guy and his love of history and his students shown brightly So sorry to hear of his passing. MHS 1970

Anna Pereira

January 7, 2013

Mr. Horton was a great person, a very gifted teacher and a sweet man. I know he will be missed. Class of 85

Muirya Shea-galduroz

January 6, 2013

IHw inspired my love of history
He helped me to believe learning was a joy
He made me realize sharing knowledge was a gift
He will forever represent my idea of the perfect educator and a gentle man

Paulie Wooten-Aragon

January 6, 2013

Mr. Horton was a kind and gentle man who made history come alive for all of us students who were lucky enough to have him as our teacher.

Peggy Hegel

January 6, 2013

Mr. Horton was my senior government teacher in 1970/1971 at Modesto High. I enjoyed him very much and still have a favorite quote that he had on the classroom wall. Rest in peace Mr. Horton.

January 6, 2013

Mr. Horton was my favorite teacher in high school.He helped me to appreciate history. It was a joy to be in his class! My prayers go out to him and his family and friends. Class of 1964. Mary Ann Gonsalves

Julie Brughelli

January 6, 2013

I was so fortunate to have him as a history teacher. He had so much patience with me. I was a bit of a goof off. I respected him and how he was so smooth and calming when he spoke.That boyish grin, would slowly make it's way across his face ... as he would rub his chin. No, I didn't have a crush... Hmmmn. I have mentioned previously that he brought culture to us. He wanted to help raise us west side students up. He did! He would bring to the classroom paintings that I believe he checked out of the Stanislaus Library. After a few weeks, he'd swap out a different one. I appreciated his style of teaching and the man he was. Never forgotten.

Kathy Phillips

January 6, 2013

Loren was a gentle and kind soul. I was very blessed to meet him and get to know him when he volunteered at HSA. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

RJ Moriconi

January 4, 2013

A dear friend, a kind man, an excellent educator. Loren,as manager of the Gift Shop,became a close friend to all of the Stanislaus Health Center Volunteers. My sincere sympathy to those near and dear to Loren.

January 3, 2013

Hello My name is Gerry Roberts and Loren was my teacher in high school in 1969 and before.I miss him.He had a great sense of humor and was a great friend in those days.It didn't say anything about his funeral.My email address is [email protected] if you have any information.Itsa good thing we didn't have emails back then, because he I am sure would have caught us but he wouldn't have supended us just make up show everyone what we were doing.He was a great guy.Lot of love to him and his family. Gerry Roberts class of 1969 Modesto High School.

Bob Welch

January 3, 2013

To the family of Loren, my deepest sympathy. I was a friend and co-worker while teaching at Modesto High. He was a great man and will be missed.

Rod Mortensen

January 3, 2013

He fosterd in me what became a life-long interest in history. I know I am not the only one, either. He was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful friend. Rest in peace, Loren.

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