George M. Horton, Sr., 87, of Jeffersonville, Indiana passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2014 at his home. He was a United States Navy veteran and a member of St. Augustine's Catholic Church in Jeffersonville that he loved so much. George enjoyed reading his Bible daily, working out in his shop, and could do anything he put his mind to.
George was born on April 7, 1926 in Jeffersonville to the late John and Tillie (Montgomery) Horton. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Jane M. (Winburn) Horton; son, George Horton, Jr., daughter, Janice Smith; siblings, John, Andrew, Henry Horton, and Evelyn Dawson.
He is survived by his children, Dianne Ellis (Warren), Jene,' Carolyn, Pam, Marva Horton, Denise Carter; 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 5 PM to 9 PM on Monday, February 17, 2014 at Newcomer Funeral Home (3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany). His Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 PM on Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (1840 E. Eighth Street, Jeffersonville) with burial and military honors to follow at Eastern Cemetery in Jeffersonville.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Augustine's Catholic Church (315 E. Chestnut St. Jeffersonville, IN 47130).