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His family is planning a celebration of life at a later time.
John Gary Horton, Sr. Kenosha – John G. Horton, Sr., 56, passed away at Froedtert South Pleasant Prairie on Thursday, March 28, 2024.
A lifelong resident of Kenosha, he was born on August 30, 1967 to Gary and Linda (nee Johnson) Horton. He graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School.
John owned and operated “Make it Happen Roofing.” He also coached football at Bullen Middle School for many years. In addition to coaching his son, Dakota, John developed and maintained many relationships and lasting friendships with the kids he coached and prepared for high school football at Bradford. John was also an avid gamer and enjoyed watching wrestling and NASCAR and cheering for the Packers and Brewers.
He is survived by his mother, Linda Horton; his sons, Dakota Horton and John Horton, Jr.; his lifelong companion of 26 years, Rhonda Reagles; his grandchildren, Hayley, Jayden, Danika, Daniel, his brother and sister, Steve (Bea) Horton and Kristine Brittich; and four nephews, Robert Stynes, Mason, Ocean and Skyler Horton. He was preceded in death by his father, Gary Horton and his brother, Richard Horton.
His family is planning a celebration of life at a later time. He passed surrounded by his loved ones.
David Mack says
We had our ups and downs. But, we go back a long way. RIP John. We’ll see each other on the other side.
Christopher Mendez says
I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace John.
I will always remember you
Your friend
Leo Esparza says
Gonna miss you my brother. Remembering all the good times we had. I’ll never forget you till I see you again.
Laura Knudsen says
So sorry to hear about Coach Horton. My son Wyatt enjoyed working with him on Saturdays for those extra workouts he had them do at the Veledrome and his motivation at the games. Our sincere condolences
Annonymous says
Rest in peace to a kind and loving soul ! God has gained an Angel. Rest in Peace ! Your presence lives on !
Pfeuffer Family says
We are so thankful our family got to know Coach Horton. He made a lasting impression and was such a positive influence on both of our boys. Bullen Football will not be the same but his legacy will live on in his family and im the countless children who got to know him. A true blessing to all. May he rest in peace and may his family find comfort and feel the love from our community.
Anonymous says
I was shocked to hear of John passing.
I met John and Dakota at the Washington Park Velodrome.
Dakota raced and John was active in the Kenosha Velodrome.
He was appointed Sergent of Arms and Membership.
Couple years later John was voted in as Vice President and later became President.
Thanks John, my friend, for being an active parent, working hard and enjoying life with your kids.
Bob Lundberg, American Bicycle Racing
Kenneth Washington says
Coach Horton was a great man and a great coach, thank you for all you did you will be missed and cherished.