William Ovel Horton

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Roller Coffman Funeral Home
923 Hwy 65 N
Marshall, AR  72650
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
1:00 till 2:00 PM
Service Schedule
Roller Coffman
923 Hwy. 65 North
Marshall, AR  72650
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
2:00 PM
Cemetery
Grandview Cemetery
356 Jiffy Drive
Marshall, AR  72650
William Ovel Horton

of Marshall, AR

March 3, 1938 - October 24, 2016

William Ovel Horton, age 78 of Marshall, Arkansas died on Monday, October 24th, 2016 at his home. He was born in Snowball, Arkansas on March 3rd, 1938 to Ovel Horton and Martha Ferguson Horton.

William attended the Church of Christ. He never met a stranger and enjoyed his many friends.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Melva Patterson Horton; one son, William Todd (Vicki) Horton; one daughter, Rhonda (John) Horton; grandchildren, Amanda (Chris) Besterfeldt, Aaron (Charli) Horton, Billy (Santana) Horton and Christian (Joseph) Passmore; great-grandchildren, Amelia, Joshua, Hayden, Brooklyn, Jaxson and Ellie; brothers, Thomas (Sharon) Horton and Zeb (Betty) Horton; and a host of other family and friends.

William is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Wayne Horton.

Funeral services for William will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 26th, 2016 at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall, Arkansas with Donald Patterson officiating. Visitation will be at 1:00 PM preceding the service. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery near Marshall. Pallbearers will be Aaron Horton, Joseph Passmore, Billy Horton, Joshua Besterfeldt, Chris Besterfeldt, Hayden Passmore and Nicky Patterson. Honorary pallbearers will be Amanda Besterfeldt, Amelia Besterfeldt, Christian Passmore, Brooklyn Passmore, Charli Horton, Jaxson Horton, Ellie Horton, Santana Horton, Johnny Dean Horton, Vicki Horton, Ardith Smith and Elton Smith.

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Mike Harris
Harriett,
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Thursday, October 27, 2016

We were sorry to hear of William's death. It was an honor to know and work with him. Our prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Mike and Peggy

Grace (Hopkins) Rosalius
Crescent City, IL
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Thursday, October 27, 2016

Melva & Family,I'm so sorry for your loss. William was such a wonderful man with a heart of gold. My Mom thought the world of him and he was so good to her. He will be greatly missed by all. I'm glad I knew you both. I pray as the memories flood your soul God's Grace & Peace will comfort you and your family!!! Grace ( Hopkins-Ferguson) Rosalius.

Dena Duckworth
Springdale, AR
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Rhonda-
I am so sorry for your loss. I am carrying you and your family in my heart. I know he was and is very proud of you.

Love,
Dena

Albert &Anna Maze
Lowell,
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016

We are sorry to hear about William. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Neva Lea DePriest Baumert
Sherwood, AR
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016

So sorry to hear this, William was always so special to me and always so kind. Have so many memories of him and Melva coming to the Shack and I got to carry Todd all over the place, loved taking care of him, while they got to enjoy their meal. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, He was a very good man and will missed by all who knew him. God Bless Your Family

Russ & Joy
Marshall,
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016

In Texas. Sorry we weren't there to give you a hug.

Janice Horton
Marshall,
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Melva and Family, I am so sad to hear about William. You both hold such a special place in my heart, and I treasure the memory of working for you as a teenage waitress when you managed the Marshall Motor Court restaurant. I remember especially the kindness, patience, and respect that William always showed to both customers and employees. My parents always spoke so highly of both of you. Prayers and love to you and your family.

Gregg Judd
Fayetteville,
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016

I am so sorry. Thoughts and prayers for all the family.

Marsia & Kevin zakowski
Beebe,
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016

So sorry for your loss. I hope his memories of joy and love can see y'all thru the sadness.

Virginia (Garrison) Visel
Fort Worth, TX
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Melva,
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I am glad I got to see you and William last month. He was very thoughtful and kind. I had a good visit with you two even though I know neither of you felt really well. I know you are going to miss him so much, but I know you had many wonderful years together. You are in my thoughts and prayers I love you.

Virginia

Kenneth and Janet Rainbolt
Marshall, AR
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of
William's passing. He was a good friend and
will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you.

Ellen Venable
Westlake, LA
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Melva and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time. William was one of the good guys, he will be greatly missed. So very sorry for your loss.


Elaine Blair
Marshall,
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Our family enjoyed visiting with William so much in his station. He will be missed but such good memories remain

Barbara Smith
Marshall, AR
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. He was super sweet man. He always had a smile for everyone he met and always had a kind word for anyone he met and talked to. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. My thoughts and prayers to all his family, may you find peace in his memories.

Jan Fletcher
Russellville, AR
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Marlin and I are truly heartbroken over the loss of your father. May you feel Christ's loving arms around you.

Mitzi Garrison
Leslie,
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Loy & I were so sorry to hear this today. Our thoughts are with all of the family & friends. Melva, my heart aches for you. Please know I am here for you if you ever need ANYTHING.

Shawn, Kim, Shelayna, Cheyenne & Drew Shelton
Big Flat, AR
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Melva & Family,
We loved William. We and our kids think of you guys as family. Shawn loved talking cattle, tractors and every aspect of farming with William. He was a good, kind and happy man. Our family will miss him. Praying for God's comfort for you Melva and your children and grandchildren. Hold onto those wonderful memories. Thanks for being a wonderful example to our children in your marriage of 56 years.
Love,
Shawn, Kim, Shelayna, Cheyenne & Drew

Pauline Ragland
Pryor, OK
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

So sorry for your loss, may God wrap his arms around you and give you and your family comfort,

Holly Kemp
Marshall, AR
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

I am so very sorry. A fine man a good man he will be missed.

Kelli Horton-Toombs
Rogers,
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

My Uncle William meant a lot to me, my sister & brother. He always made sure we had a soda when stopped in at the station & a crisp $2 bill every Christmas. i will miss him greatly, he always could make me laugh. He had such a way of looking at things. He will be missed.
My love & prayers go out to Aunt Melva & family. God bless...

Karen Smith
Greenbrier,
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Rhonda, I'm so sorry for your loss. It is so hard losing a parent. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Darryl Treat
Greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Uncle William was a very good man! A kind man with a good laugh. A man who helped others by giving of his time, possessions, and wisdom! My condolence to all the family!