Stephen Horton Obituary
Stephen Ray Horton, age 69, of Jackson, Ohio went to be with the Lord on December 13th, 2025. He was born February 11th, 1956, in Oak Hill, Ohio son of the late Rodney R. and Helen (Adams) Horton.
Steve spent his entire life in Jackson. Most of his working years were spent at General Mills/Pillsbury. His love of throwing the boomerang earned him his nickname-Boomer from his co-workers.
He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and did so every day the weather permitted. He was also an avid collector of hot wheels and baseball cards.
Steve will be sadly missed by family and friends, especially one “Dear” aunt. He is survived by his twin brother, William R. Horton of Jackson, Ohio; younger brother, Earl B. (Missy) Horton of Wellston, Ohio; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends may call on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, from 11AM-1PM at the Lewis & Gillum Funeral Home of Jackson. A funeral service will immediately follow at 1PM at the funeral home with Pastor Wayne Searls officiating with a burial after at Fairmount Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.lewisgillum.com.
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