of Marshall, AR
December 21, 1940 - January 5, 2022
Willie Eugene "Jitter" Horton, age 81 of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Wednesday, January 5th, 2022 at NARMC in Harrison, Arkansas. He was born in Canaan, Arkansas on December 21st, 1940 to Bunyan Horton and Della Morrison Horton. Jitter was a nickname given to him in 1942 by Veda Horton after a comic character, Jitter the Monkey. The name has stuck with him all of his life.
Jitter was a member of Landmark Missionary Church in Marshall. He was a man of strong Christian faith and ethics. He was a Mason and belonged to Campbell Lodge #115 where he served as past Master. Jitter graduated from Marshall High School in 1959. While still in school he began helping Leonard Coffman at Coffman Funeral Home with removals and driving the coach. He later decided to attend Eaton Barber College in Little Rock. After graduating from college, he opened Jitter's Barber Shop on the south side of the square. Many antics and good times were had at that Barber shop. He also sold headstones and monuments for McGee Monument Company while working at the shop. Jitter had the barber shop for almost 20 years but decided he wanted to be a funeral director. He started work for Coffman Funeral Home and obtained his director's license while employed there. He began selling monuments for Coffman Monument Company and sold them until his death. Jitter never let his Barber's license lapse and continued to cut hair for friends and family. His skills helped him with his funeral directing job, and many Searcy County residents had their loved one's hair done by Jitter Horton when they passed away. When Roller Funeral Homes bought Coffman and they moved to their new location in 1995, Jitter came on board as a licensed funeral director and was a blessing to many families during his time of service. His outgoing personality and kind heart helped him excel in his work. It was a job that Jitter loved and his 2015 retirement was a great loss to Roller-Coffman. He made many amazing friends over the years and met with several of them every Friday for coffee where they enjoyed discussing world politics and all the happenings in the county. He was a man of many talents. He loved to refinish old furniture and was very good at his trade. He enjoyed collecting arrowheads, old coins, and old lamps. Perhaps Jitter's greatest talent was being Searcy County's greatest storyteller. You could never be around Jitter for very long without hearing a good story. One most of you have probably heard him tell was about his famous fiddle playing grandpa, Absie Sheridan Morrison and his wife Jenny Cooper Morrison. He was very proud of their notoriety. Absie's music can still be heard today. To Jitter's family, he was the greatest daddy and "Poppy" ever. To the rest of us we have lost a great Searcy County icon and his warm smile and famous stories will be greatly missed.
Survivors include his children, Kelly Horton (Patty) of Greenbrier, Shelley Waddell (Glen Parker) of London and Taya Flippo (Keith) of Green Forest; grandchildren, Angie Agdeppa (Robert) of Vilonia, Zachary Horton of Greenbrier, Kyndale Yancey of Marshall, Lakyn York (Nick) of Buffalo, MO, Patrick Horton of Conway, Tory Mires (Benjamin) of Rogers, Taylor Waddell of Russellville, Tyler Waddell (Ashley) of Pottsville and Dalton Flippo of Bentonville; great-grandchildren, Wallis Agdeppa, Addisyn Agdeppa, Kynadee Yancey, Kreed Yancey, Boaz York, Scarlett York, Everett York, Brooklyn Harp, Kambry Waddell and Kasen Waddell; and many, many extended family and friends who will also mourn his passing.
Jitter was preceded in death by his parents, Bunyan and Della Horton; his wife, Georgia Sue Horton, who passed away in 2019; and siblings, Billy Lee Horton, Ralph Horton, Edith Harp, Clifton Horton and infant brother, W.A. Horton.
Funeral services for Jitter will be 11:00 AM Saturday, January 8th, 2022 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Roy Ragland, Bro. John Myatt and Bro. Tim Reynolds officiating. Visitation will be 10:00 till 11:00 preceding the service. Burial will be in Canaan Cemetery where Jitter will be laid to rest beside his wife, Sue with Masonic honors. Bearers will be Taylor Waddell, Tyler Waddell, Keith Flippo, Robert Agdeppa, Wallis Agdeppa and Aubrey Laffoon. Honorary bearers will be Jonathan Reynolds, Norbert Novak, Joe Dale Ward, Bob Cypert and Amos Pledger. The family would like to thank the staff at Highland Court for their care. In Jitter's own words, they were "outstanding."
We will also have an open visitation for Jitter from 12:30 until 4:30 on Friday. You are welcome to stop by and sign the book.
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75 Condolence(s)
sharyon scarlett kiddy
Monday, July 18, 2022
thank you for your kindness to me and my family.
Roger Case
Thursday, June 16, 2022
Gave me my first haircut, and several after. Always a nice man.
Lana G Tackett
Monday, January 10, 2022
I will miss jitter he was a good man he helped me when my mom passed he was so kind and considerate go with God jitter
Tonya Bazany
Monday, January 10, 2022
Jitter, in his short stay at Highland Court, stole the hearts of everyone there and his affection and love of the staff was endless, including me. I still hear his angelic voice reigning in the hall as he sang🕊
I could speak forever of the kind and gentle soul Jitter was but I fear there’s not enough space for it, so I close with this…God gave him wings to fly…now Jitter’s singing in His choir. Gone but never forgotten 🕊🕊🕊
John Barnes
Monday, January 10, 2022
I was saddened to hear of Jitter's passing. He truly was a beloved treasure to the people of Searcy county and a community servant. It was my honor to work with Jitter with the Roller Funeral Homes. I always enjoyed going to Marshall and hearing Jitter's stories. May he rest in peace.
Jamie Jordan/James Busbee
Sunday, January 9, 2022
So sorry to hear of Jitter’s passing. May God’s Holy Spirit bring peace and comfort to all the family during this most difficult time. Jitter was such a blessing to those of us who have lost loved ones. He truly lived out the plan and purpose God had for his life. I am sure when he crossed over he heard “well done†and is basking in the Presence of Jesus. Praying peace for the family.
Sharon Brown (Horton)
Sunday, January 9, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss.
Eddie Kelley
Sunday, January 9, 2022
One of my fondest memories are the times I went to Jitters Barbershop with my grandfather, Ralph Coker to get a hair cut as a child. RIP Jitter Horton
Burt and Jackie Glenn
Sunday, January 9, 2022
"Jitter" was/is a true legend in Marshall. A very good friend to all. We will always remember and cherish him for all the comfort and service he provided us in our time of need. May God Bless him and his family. RIP.
Denise Evans
Sunday, January 9, 2022
Rest in peaceâ¤
I know you will be one of the Lord's special angels.
Gary Horton
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Love you always Uncle Jitter. You were the best Uncle in the world . One day we all will have a wonderful reunion with the Lord .
Deonna Bussart
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Jitter was first cousin to my dad, Dempsey Horton. Always loved visiting with him..
Lisa Manes
Saturday, January 8, 2022
sorry for your loss! Prayers for the family .
Peggy Smith
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Jitter you always could make me laugh and I’m happy for all the times I made you laugh. You are one of a kind. A big loving heart and smile. You will never be forgotten. You touched my heart and I want to touch your families heart today and God hold them extra tight.. I love you. See you another day my friend.
Neva DePriest Baumert
Saturday, January 8, 2022
I guess I knew Jitter all my life.He always smiling and kind.When my son died in 1996 my mom went to the funeral home to see about bringing him to Marshall from Little Rock for burial in our family cemetery She talked with Jitter. He said I gave that boy his first haircut I'll go get him. I'll never forget his kindness. I hope Rusty is there to meet him he may be needing another haircut.RIP dear Jitter
Janet Rainbolt
Saturday, January 8, 2022
So sorry to hear of Jitter's passing. He was a fine man. He will be missed. Praying for the family.
Jeanetta Rains
Saturday, January 8, 2022
I remember Jitter as a steadfast servant of the Lord, song leader for Landmark church, and a kind man. God bless and comfort his family and loved ones.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Friday, January 7, 2022
We send you all our deepest sympathy, and prayers. He was a good man, and everyone loved him he was good to everyone. So sorry with our love , and prayers.
Amanda Casey
Friday, January 7, 2022
Praying for the family during this time.
Roger Massey
Friday, January 7, 2022
So sorry to hear of Jitter"s passing. Always a smile and a kind word. One of the best men I've ever known. God bless the family.
Lisa Parks
Friday, January 7, 2022
Jitter will be greatly missed. He was always ready with a smile, a story or a kind word! Prayers for God’s comforting presence during this time!
Eric and Sebrena Westcott
Friday, January 7, 2022
He provided comfort to so many during their loss. I pray his family and friends find as much comfort now.
Shirley J. Gray
Friday, January 7, 2022
My thoughts and prayers goes to ALL of Jitters family.
Mark Woods
Friday, January 7, 2022
Sorry for your loss
James and Gayle Tilley
Friday, January 7, 2022
Our sincere condolences are sent to the Jitter Horton family! May you have peace and comfort as you recall the remarkable life of Jitter! God bless the family!
Brianna
Friday, January 7, 2022
It was always nice to see Jitter when he visited the funeral home. His dedication to the funeral industry for many years is admirable. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Rhonda Mellett
Friday, January 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss. I remember Jitter fondly from my visits to his barber shop with my grandmother. He always cut her hair.
He was a very special man.
Mazie Lee
Friday, January 7, 2022
Jitter was a very dear friend to my husband Ronnie and I. He was considered a cousin through their mother ancestry. He kept us laughing and he and Ronnie will now have a grand time in heaven. He will be missed. My prayers for peace and comfort to all who knew him and especially to the family and I know the memories will be many to enjoy.
Leon and Mary Lou Compton
Friday, January 7, 2022
It was an honor to know Jitter. He was a fine, kind man.
James and Leada Horton
Friday, January 7, 2022
It was a great blessing to have known Jitter all our lives. He was loved and will be missed, our love and prayers to all the family.
Alice Daniel
Friday, January 7, 2022
I am so sorry for the loss of your Daddy, Grandpa, Uncle, and friend! I have known Jitter all of my life. He was a good man and a friend to many. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. He helped so many people when he worked at the Funeral Home. He was friendly and professional and took pride in his work. Our community has suffered a great loss! My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends during this very difficult time! God be with you and comfort you as only HE can do! God bless you all! Alice Daniel and Family.
Lorena Hurst
Friday, January 7, 2022
I am so sorry to learn of Jitter's passing. He was a very special man and I was blessed to have been able to grow up knowing him.
You are all in my thoughts and my prayers
Dale Blandon
Friday, January 7, 2022
I will deeply miss Uncle Jitter, he was always loving and caring to my family. Prayers for family and friends.
D. L. and Peggy Adams
Friday, January 7, 2022
Jitter will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
JoAnn Reed
Friday, January 7, 2022
I am so sorry to hear about Jitter! I love him! He was always a blessing to be around and always had a smile!
Heaven welcomed him and I know Sue was there to meet him! He made her so happy! They were a great couple!
So I am telling all the family to live your life for Jesus so you will see them again! May God comfort all of you!
Sondra and Andy White
Friday, January 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss… What a good hearted… kind… and super nice guy!! Always smiling and loved his stories!!! Him and Sue are just such a sweet couple and I just can’t help but smile that they are reunited in heaven â¤ï¸ Thoughts and prayers for the family and many great friends and his funeral home family also!!!! God Bless you all….
Karen E. Lawson
Friday, January 7, 2022
Before I actually knew Jitter I would see him at funerals all over Searcy, Van Buren and other counties, always very professional and compassionate. After I knew him better, we always had a good visit and conversation, I loved hearing his stories. May God comfort his family.
Betty and Robin Wade
Friday, January 7, 2022
Our loss... Heaven's gain.
Jitter was definitely one in a million. Precious soul.
Prayers for the family...
Rejoicing with Jitter. He is Home forever.
Morgan Docekal
Friday, January 7, 2022
I pray you got my message the other night. I know you knew how much i loved you. I will miss all your phone calls, and lots of your "secrets" as you would call them. You have been a blessing to many...Just by listening or giving your advise. You told me on our last phone call that you was ready for whatever God had planned, and I can only imagine when you reached heaven...Im sure it was a beautiful reunion with all your loved ones. I love you Uncle Jitter, and until then, Rest Easy... Prayers for all
Kay and John Branscum and Pauline Blough
Friday, January 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Jitter was loved by all who knew him. He was a good friend and I can still hear his laugh and story telling. He will be missed. Praying for the family.
Glenda Treece, Betty Williams, Gerald Grinder
Friday, January 7, 2022
Sorry for your lost. Jitter was a great help we lose a family member. He will be missed by lot of people.
Sid and Lea Ann Tudor Lowrance
Friday, January 7, 2022
I had many good time with him at Harps, he was always asking questions about Eddie Tudor and all Eddie's family. He who so much about all the family's around the county. A great brother in lodge. He was a great friend to all the people on his streat. One GREAT man we have lost to the great one, that he will now step and visit with all his friends in the sky, still watching all of us.
Jerri Ritter
Friday, January 7, 2022
I am so very sorry for your family’s loss. I thought the world of him. He was a fine man and dearly loved his family. Praying for you all.
Debbie Watts
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Jitter was a legend who helped so many people thru tough times. We loved him so much! He will be greatly missed! Prayers for the family â¤ï¸
Betty L Barnes
Thursday, January 6, 2022
We were so sorry to hear about Jitter. We thought a lot of him, he was a good man. May God give the family comfort and peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Betty and Ray Barnes
Troy &Peggy Ragland
Thursday, January 6, 2022
So sorry to hear about Jitter he and my mother were cousins they are catching up on everything now. He was a very good guy we will miss him.Praying for the family ðŸ™ðŸ’•
Douglas Campbell
Thursday, January 6, 2022
My deepest condolences. My earliest memories of Jitter was set on the booster seat at the barbershop getting a haircut, while he traded airheads. Later of him at the funeral home when I would deliver flowers. After I joined the lodge we became good friends. He spent a cold December day helping me pick out a headstone for my late wife, making sure everything was perfect. Searcy county has lost a wonderful man.
Doug Reves
Thursday, January 6, 2022
So sorry for the family. Many fine memories of Jitter. Prayers.
Eddie and Pam Cannada
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Our deepest sympathy. We will sure miss Jitter and all his funny stories. RIP ole buddy.
Karen Lynn Hutcherson
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Jitter was the same each and every time I would see him out and about. If you were in a hurry, forget that cause he would tell you a story. He was kind and had so much empathy at Roller. So kind to each family member in time of loss. Professional always! He will be missed by all that knew him. To his family I pray God holds each one and gives you comfort.
Pat Halsted
Thursday, January 6, 2022
I was so sad to get the news of Jitters passing...Dear Lord there ae just no words to express what the loss of a gentleman like this means to our community. I very much enjoyed our ocassional talks in my office before he went into assisted living. I was so pleased to hear that he was thriving in his new home and had become the Highland Court social director so to speak. I was told Jitter stayed busy checking on and visiting with others at Highland Court. Im sure he brightened many a lonely souls day. Something as simple as a kind word to another means so much. Jitter had the gift of gab and he blessed many with his smiling friendly manner. Our loss was heavens gain... Prayers of peace and comfort to the whole family. You were blessed to have him.
Debra Clemons/Betty and Johnny Horton
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Sorry for your loss he was a great man and we will be lifting you and your family up in prayer through these difficult times
John
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Jitter was a dear friend of ours. He and my Daddy solved a lot of world issues, over many cups of coffee, after my mother passed away. Now, as before, I am sure they're probably sharing another cup of coffee and will never again be bothered by this world's issues. Heaven is sounding sweeter all the time. Prayers are with your family during the coming days.
Jerry Cole
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Going to miss you jitter
Coy & Sue Horton
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Kelly, Shelly, Taya and grand kids
Our l sympathy ,love and prayers to you. "Jitter: was one of a kind. He was serious and full of fun. When he was little, he lived up to his nickname"Jitter" We have known him for ages. He will wilc be missed. Till we meet again, cousin, rest in peace.
Karen Knight
Thursday, January 6, 2022
I remember Jitter as a kind man! So sorry for the families loss.
Mark and Lucinda Baysinger
Thursday, January 6, 2022
We are so sorry for loss of Uncle Jitter. Will miss all the great stories he would tell. I know him and grandpa are probably telling some good ones up there. We love you guys and we're praying for you all.
Diane Bohannon Butler
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Such sad news. Loved Jitter and Sue. Heaven surely gained a very special Angel. Condolences to the family.
James and Jeri White
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Our deepest sympathy
Barbara Smith
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Jitter was a well respected man and the kindest man around. He always had something nice to say to everyone. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. May God Bless eachone of you with peace.
Regina Moore
Thursday, January 6, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all family and friends during these difficult times. Rest In Peace dear friend.
Mike and donna treat
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Prayers to all the family so sorry for your loss .He was a good man. ðŸ™ðŸŒ»
Janelta Barrett
Thursday, January 6, 2022
We are so sorry for your families loss. Jitter was well known and so many people will be saddened by his passing. Our prayers are with your family. May God give you His peace in knowing this separation is for a short time.
Jan and Darvin Barrett
Mike and Peggy Harris
Thursday, January 6, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends. Jitter cut my hair many times when I was younger. He also helped many families while working at the funeral home. He will be missed.
Joe and Melba Ward
Thursday, January 6, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about Jitter. He was a really good friend of ours that we loved and appreciated so much and so was his wife Sue. We have had a lot of good times with each other and would help you if needed. He was a very caring person and will be missed by all. We love his family too and sending prayers to all. Love you Jitter and you will be missed. Joe and Melba
Brenda Lewis
Thursday, January 6, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss, Jitter was a great friend to everyone.
Gene and Mae Martin
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Jitter was a wonderful person and was an inspiration to everyone he met.. Our prayers are with all his family.
Holly Kemp
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Bless you Dear Man. You made things easier for some of us. We appreciate you so much for that comfort. You know the way.
Lisa Jones Stewart
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Shelly I am sorry for the loss of your Dad. I know this pain too well. Love,Light and prayers
Jack & Edna Treat
Thursday, January 6, 2022
So sorry to hear this. Prayers for all the family.
Freda Owens Hall
Thursday, January 6, 2022
I am so sad to hear about Jitter passing away.
He was Always a friend and nice to everyone. He was an excellent funeral director and was also a barber in his younger days. My prayers are with all his family and friends.
Chris Holder
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Jitter was one fine man. It was a honor to know Jitter over the years. Prayers for the family he will be missed.
Kindel Hale
Thursday, January 6, 2022
May God bless this family in their time of need. Jitter was a great comfort to many. RIP Sir.
Dwain Lair
Thursday, January 6, 2022
We knew it was snowing, like today, when Jitter drove up to the Harrison Daily Times in a hearse to pick up bundles of the Marshall Mountain Wave for Jim Tilley. He said the hearse was heavy and easy to drive in snow. Rest In Peace old friend.
Clara Foshee
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Prayers of comfort for family and friends