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Forrest Horecka Obituary
Forrest "Opie" Joseph Horecka, Jr., born on January 24, 1958, passed away on February 26, 2012, at the age of 54. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Carol L. Horecka; parents, Forrest J. Horecka, Sr. and Alice M. Horecka; son, Justin Eric Horecka; daughters, Candace Marie Horecka-Wolfe and her husband, James, and Krystal Lynne Horecka; granddaughters, Aven Leigh James and Devlynn Marie Wolfe; brother, Ronald Horecka and his wife, Carol. Forrest served with the Bexar County Sheriffs Department for 20 years. Since graduating from high school, being a pilot was not only his hobby, but his passion in life. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 4, 2012, at Schertz Funeral Home, from 1:00PM until 9:00PM. The Funeral Service will be on Monday, March 5, 2012, at Schertz Funeral Home, at 1:00PM. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the 100 Club of San Antonio, P.O. Box 6741, San Antonio, Texas 78203 or the Wounded Warrior Project, 12672 Silicon Drive, Suite 105, San Antonio, Texas 78249.
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J. Levi Waldrop
March 9, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss Candace, Justin, Krystal, and Mrs. Carol. Your father was a great man and always top among gentlemen! He will always be remembered!
Brad Watson
March 9, 2012
Unfortunately, I just learned of Forrest's passing. Forrest trained me in Traffic when I was a Deputy at Bexar County and was an exemplary, dedicated officer and a patient teacher. He was one of the good guys. No doubt, he is at home now with the Lord. You will not be forgotten, Forrest. May God bless and keep your loved ones.
David Luna
March 9, 2012
My condolences to Mrs. Horecka and Family in the loss of Forrest. I met Forrest a little under a year ago at Stinson Airport and we became friends right away. Although we never got to fly together we shared alot of "Hanger Talk" on the phone. May the Lord give you strenght during this difficult time. As it is known in the Aviation community, Forrest flew West to God's Kingdom.
David Luna Retired B.C.S.O
S.A. Tx
March 7, 2012
Sincere condolences to the entire Horecka family in their loss.
Bob and Sonny Devin
Tona Kekuewa
March 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers have been with your family ever since I heard the sad news. I pray that our Lord wrap his arms around each of you Forrest Sr, Alice, Hondo, Carol and kids and comfort you.
Mary Morris
March 4, 2012
Sincere sympathy to the Horecka Family. I used to bowl with Forrest many years ago, before he was even married. I remember Forrest as being a fun loving, happy person. I remember his love of flying and Corvettes! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Sandra Lou Compton
March 4, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Lois Smith
March 3, 2012
To the Horecka Family: My sincere sympathy to all the family. I did not know Forest Jr personally but worked with his dad for many years at Heusinger Hdw. And Forest would speak of his sons so often, I felt I knew them personally. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time and know now he will be your personal guardian angel watching over you. Sincerely Robert and Lois Smith
Kitty Resendez
March 3, 2012
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this sorrowful time of loss.
March 3, 2012
Many Blessings to you and your family! May God comfort and give you peace during this time. Matthew 5:4
Joe,Joy,Kasey,Kassidy and Kayla Reinagel
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