Service Details
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 12:00 noon in St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 3126 – 95th Street in Sturtevant, with Fr. Steve Varghese, SAC officiating. Interment, with military honors, will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the church on Friday from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon.
Racine – Richard Joseph Horton, age 90, passed away peacefully at The Bay at Burlington early Sunday, September 12, 2021.
Richard was born in Racine on May 1, 1931 to the late Edward “Joe” and Catherine (nee: Reiter) Horton. A graduate of St. Catherine’s High School, he went on to earn a Biology degree from University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. Rich faithfully served our country with the United States Army during the Korean War with the 25th Infantry Regiment Wolfhounds. On July 19, 1969 in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, he was united in marriage with the love of his life, Geraldine “Gerry” (nee: Juhre).
Rich was employed by JI Case Co. for over 30 years, retiring as a parts department supervisor on July 1, 1994. As a railroad extremist, Rich was co-founder and Past-President of the Western Union Junction Railroad Club and Sturtevant Railroad Museum; and team member / educator for railroad safety program Operation Lifesaver. Richard was a member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church – where he served as an Eucharistic Minister and Church Lecturer, VFW, and the Racine Belle City Drifters Camping Club. In addition to trains, Rich enjoyed photography; had served as an Eagle Scout leader; and was an outdoors enthusiast – including camping, biking and gardening. Above all, Rich loved spending time with his entire family.
Surviving are his loving wife, Gerry Horton; their daughters, Kathryn “Kathy” (Matthew) Olson and Lynn Marie (Robert) Riemer; grandchildren, Alyssa and Alexander Olson; brother-in-law, Art Juhre; nieces & nephews, Jerry Horton, Jr., Carol (Mark Dorf) Horton-Dorf, John (Jodi) Juhre and Amanda (Nick) Kleiber; other relatives & friends.
In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his brothers, Jerome (Catherine) Horton and Warren Horton; and by Gerry’s parents, Reinhart and Angeline (nee: Erickson) Juhre.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 12:00 noon in St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 3126 – 95th Street in Sturtevant, with Fr. Steve Varghese, SAC officiating. Interment, with military honors, will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the church on Friday from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon.
A heartfelt note of thanks to the wonderful staffs of The Bay of Burlington and Allay Hospice (especially music therapist and chaplain) for all they did for Rich in his time of need. May God bless all of you!
Colleen Strain & Family (James, Brooke, Andrew, & Jamie) says
We have your dad in our hearts and mind today. He was a special, loving man. I have fond memories of him singing, inspiring us to play and often going on bike rides around our town. He modeled having a passion and hobby which is an important part of life. He also was friendly and kind to others. He will be greatly missed but will live on as we grow and age in our own lives. Coconut cream pudding! We look forward to celebrating his life with you. ❤
John and Becky Van Hoof says
Dear Kathy, Matt, Mrs. Horton, Alyssa, Alex, Lynn and Rob,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad, husband and grandfather was one of a kind. Remember the good times all of you shared!
Carol Horton says
Nobody could have grown up with a better Uncle. We will miss you, your love, your laughter, and more. I will always cherish the memories. Rest in Peace. Love you.
Rell Barrett says
Richard is an outstanding person I had the pleasure of knowing. First class all the way. He was always kind and thoughtful. He did a tremendous job in promoting the caboose and the hobby. He was creative and went the extra mile. Truly first class. I feel privileged to have known him. My condolences to his family. He will be long remembered. RIP Dick.
Anonymous says
Dear Gerry, The deepest sympathies of myself and Mary Ellen to you, Kathy and Lynn and their families on Dicks passing. Dick was a genuine good person, and I have lost a good friend. We will keep him in our prayers but I am sure God has already made him a Superintendent on His staff.
Clem and Mary Ellen Devine
Twila Rodenberg says
Dearest Gerry. I am so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers ♡