Vernon Ralph Horton

Vernon Ralph Horton, 79, of Weatherford, died Tuesday April 28, 2009 in a Fort Worth hospice facility. Born October 8, 1929 in Bridgeport, Oklahoma, he was a resident of Parker County for many years. Vernon was a member of Spring Creek Baptist Church, a retired plumber, and later loved being a self employed farmer. Vernon is preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Lillian Horton. The Horton family would like express deep gratitude to Odyssey Healthcare of Fort Worth for the care and compassion given to Mr. Horton. Survivors: wife of 59 years, LaVerne Horton of Weatherford; daughter, Joanne Richardson and husband Derek of Van Buren, Ark.; son, Charlie Horton of Weatherford; siblings, Pauline Bashaw and husband Wes of Gainesville, Arnold Horton of Kennedale, Wayne Horton and wife Carolyn, Waymond Horton and wife Glenda both of Weatherford; grandchildren, Darrell, Russell, Jeff, Emily and Leanne; nine great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral: 10:00 AM, Saturday, May 2, 2009 in Spring Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Brad Moore officiating. Interment: Spring Creek Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 PM, Friday at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel. Galbreaith Pickard in charge of arrangements.