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Jeff was born on May 26, 1959 in Peoria, IL to Raymond S. Horton and Rosalie J. (Scott) Horton.
Surviving are his mother, Rosalie of Peoria, IL; his stepmother, Pam Horton of Chillicothe, IL; his sisters, Lisa Hostilo-Ramsey and Sheryl (Steve) Kent, both of Chillicothe, IL; his niece whom he is close to, Rachel (Eric) Bourke of Washington, IL; his nephew, Cole (Taylor Blei) Lewis of Idaho Falls, ID; his great-niece and nephews, Annelise, Shane and Logan; and many aunts and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond; and his brother-in-law, George Ramsey.
Jeff worked for BNSF Railroad for 41 years, retiring as a train conductor. He was a member of the Railroad Union and he enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating. He was also an avid sports fan.
Cremation rites will be accorded and a memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 from 5pm to 7pm at Weber-Hurd Funeral Home in Chillicothe with a prayer service at 7pm officiated by Rev. Ryan Anderson. Memorials in Jeff's name may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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