Horton, Homer Kent

Chief Gunner’s Mate, Homer Kent Horton (75) went to be with his Commander-in-Chief, the Lord Jesus Christ Monday, December 7, 2015 at the Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was retired from the United States Navy with 20 years of service to his country. Born April 27, 1940 in Pulaski County he was preceded in death by his parents, John “Shorty” Horton & Mabel Horton.

He is survived by his

Wife of 48 years Sarah Arnold Horton – Dublin

Daughters Heather Marie Adams & Jamie Cardwell, Jr. – Pearisburg Amanda Kay (Anthony) Ferrell – Narrows

Grandchildren Whitney Nicole Horton & Brandon Alley – Dublin Kalep Logan Adams Eli Jackson Ferrell

Great Grandaughter Ryland Grace Alley

Sister Patricia Horton – Dublin

Funeral services will be held at 6:30 PM – Thursday evening at the Dublin Church of God with Pastor Michael Collins officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until service time Thursday. Interment will be 10:00 AM – Friday morning at the Southwest Virginia Veteran’s Cemetery. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.bowerfuneralhome.com Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski is handling the arrangements for the family.