of Marshall, AR
November 24, 1953 - December 7, 2024
Elvin Duane Horton left this earth December 7, 2024. Born to Doyle and Irene Horton of Marshall on November 24, 1953, he was a lifelong resident of Searcy County. He made his home on Star Mountain not far from where he grew up and refused to leave it for very long.
He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Doyle and Irene Horton and one brother, Jerry Horton.
He is survived by two brothers, Darrell Horton (Cindy) of Marshall and James Horton (Jackie) of Marshall; four children, Crystal Horton of Marshall, Jermey Horton of Marshall, Courtney Brenaman of Harrison and Christian Ragland (Darren) of Leslie and six grandchildren, McKinsey Ward, Levi Alsobrooks, Addilyn Horton, Reese Ragland, Lyla Ragland and Gracyn Brenaman.
Elvin worked over forty years for the Searcy County School District where he could be seen driving the bus, working on the grounds and occasionally playing pranks on his coworkers. During his lifetime he made many friends and until his illness, enjoyed visiting with them drinking coffee at McDonalds or Harps. He liked fishing, working on his trucks and watching his hummingbirds and purple martins at home. He was a proud member of the military always wearing his camouflage hat and flying the American flag over his home. He always had a way with words and a willingness to help. He will be greatly missed by his friends and loved ones.
Funeral services for Elvin will be 1:00 PM Thursday, December 12th, 2024 at Northview Church in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Shane Horton officiating. Special music will be performed by Jesse Switzer and Darren Ragland. Visitation will be 12:00 till 1:00 preceding the service. Burial will be in Canaan Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas. Bearers will be James Horton, Darrell Horton, Jermey Horton, Thomas Horton, Darren Ragland and Levi Alsobrooks.
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21 Condolence(s)
Shannon ward
Friday, December 13, 2024
He was a great friend I will miss hem rip till we see you again
Roger L Massey
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Sorry to hear of Elvin's passing. Condolences to the family.
Janice and Rick Horton
Thursday, December 12, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Everyone that worked at school will tell you the same thing…Elvin was always there when you needed him…and he solved many problems for us…and always seemed glad to give his help. Prayers of peace and comfort for Elvin’s family.
Carrie Coleman
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
My deepest Condolences to the family.
SCOTT TUMBLESON
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
So very sorry for your family's loss. Prayers. Jackie & Scott
Amanda R Casey
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Sorry to hear of y'all loss, praying for all the family.
Valorie Passmore
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
To Elvin’s family, I am so very sorry for your loss!! He was always so kind and helpful to me at school!! I was saddened to hear of his health failing him but thankful I got to be his friend. May God send you peace and comfort!!
Bruce Stewart
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family and friends he leaves behind.
Malinda Morris
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
My sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Elvin’s family. May God give you comfort and peace during this time of loss.
Lisa Jone Stewart
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss
Susie & Harold Young
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
So sorry for your loss. We have y'all in our prayers.
Edna Treat
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Elvin’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
David and Judy Branscum
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Our deepest sympathies and prayers for comfort for the family.
Linda Jo Thompson (Triplett)
Monday, December 9, 2024
Grown up with Elvin was a lot of fun all of us cousin play together swing on grape vines I’ll never forget the time Elvin help uncle Benny climb The Sycamore tree it’s at the side of the house grandma Treat was really mad told us to get Benny out of that tree Elvin Tried to get Benny nope Benny wouldn’t come down Elvin said to me see if he’ll let you help him down so here I went up that old tree me and Elvin both got him down I’ll never ever forget that memory REST IN PEACE DEAR COUSIN we had great times sending prayers and Condolence to the Immediate family
Sonya Parks
Monday, December 9, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Enjoyed working with him at school for 5 years. Prayers for comfort for the family.
Pat Halsted
Monday, December 9, 2024
Sending prayers for peace and comfort to the entire Horton Family.
Brenda Ham
Monday, December 9, 2024
Cousin we had fun when we was going up RIP Elvin.
D. L. & Peggy Adams
Monday, December 9, 2024
Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Phil Pulis
Monday, December 9, 2024
A truly good guy. So sorry for your loss.
Barbara Smith
Monday, December 9, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Elvin always had a smile on his face and never knew a stranger. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Betty and Ray Barnes
Monday, December 9, 2024
So sorry to hear of Elvin's passing. I would see him at work, when I worked at school, and usually we took time to say a few words. I thought a lot of Elvin, he was a hard working man. Prayers for all the family.