Mrs. Delores Horton

HORTON, Mrs. Delores - Age 79, passed away Friday, July 29, 2016 at McLaren-Flint. Family hour 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 6, 2016 at Southeast Christian Church of The Apostolic Faith G-4171 Lapeer Rd. Burton, MI, with funeral service commencing at 11:00 a.m. District Elder Kenneth Brown and Eld. Reuben Roberts of Detroit, MI officiating. Interment Lovedale Memorial Cemetery G-5175 E. Bristol Rd., Burton, MI. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Mrs. Horton will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd. and may be viewed from 12:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Friday. Words don’t fall woefully or short when commenting on the life of Mrs. Delores (Roberts) Horton. Let us guide you through a personal, spiritual and natural journey of our loved-one. Her story began in the most appropriate place—the cradle. She was born to the parents of James F. and Leatha (Temple) Roberts on January 16, 1937 in Flint, Michigan. Delores graduated from Flint Northern High School in 1956. Thereafter, she worked various jobs and her last employment was at Kith Haven. There, she retired with over 30 years of dedicated service at that nursing facility, retiring in 2002. She was the recipient of numerous awards for the tender, loving care that she gave to her patients. On March 6, 1960, she married Joe H. Horton. This couple was blessed with 56 years of matrimony. They were the loving and proud parents of Jeffrey Horton and Sabrina Patrick! Her travels included short and long distance trips. In times past, one of her favorite stopping points was Chicago, Illinois, visiting many relatives, especially close-knit cousins, Viola Baylor and Eleanor Stewart along with their siblings and parents, Solomon and Ozella Temple. She also supported many family reunions and enjoyed attending different community events (political, church, concerts, plays, etc…). Moreover, she loved listening to gospel music on WFLT; reading, watching “Judge Judy” on TV and had a passion for cooking! Delores was not a “limelight” person, but she expressed herself in meaningful ways—through composed poetry, encouraging others and doing kind deeds. Although a woman of few words, her life spoke volumes. Her ability to love and be loved drew those she met into significant and sustained friendships. Many individuals can say that when they think of the word, humility, Christ comes to their mind first—followed by Delores! Indeed, our precious sister lived simply… loved generously…cared deeply…and left the rest for God! Surely goodness just simple goodness was a quality that folk knew about her. Brought up in the church, Delores knew the Bible was more than “cloth, paper and ink…more than leather, parchment and words.” Thus, her confidence came knowing that God was greater than herself! Since a small child, she entered and exited the doors at Bethlehem Temple (the mother church of Flint) pastored by Elder J.W. Childs, Bishop (then Elder) Frank R. Bowdan, Dr. B.T. Scott and Dist. Elder Jerry T. Lewis (all preceding deceased) currently where the overseer is Dist. Elder Phillip J. Thompson. There she faithfully attended Sunday School and worship services. It was in June, 1990 when she hearkened to the water call! Subsequent to her immersion in Jesus” Name, she received the gift of the Holy Ghost at the Southeast Christian Church of the Apostolic Faith. She was under the leadership of the late Dist. Elder John A. Brown and the present pastor, Dist. Elder Kenneth M. Brown, Sr. Yes, emotions run deep today as a human tie has been broken. However, no matter the depth of sadness and what pain one may face…despite how death stalks us, the resurrection is inevitable of a future of immeasurable good! Occupying the physical body finally came to an end for Sis. Delores Horton, as agony has now ended and pain has taken its flight! It was on Friday July 29, 2016, at approximately 9:00 PM when our Lord and Savior summoned Delores to take her last breath for another dimension! She leaves in God’s hands and to treasure and reminisce her life: Husband of 56 years, Joe H. Horton, Children: Jeffrey (Barbara Renae) Horton of Atlanta, GA and Sabrina (Lester) Patrick, Jr. of Flint, MI. Grandchildren: Cedric Horton, Aleah Horton, Caleb Horton and Lester Patrick, III. Great Grandson, Carter Horton, (all from Atlanta, GA). Siblings: Elder Reuben I. (Maryanna Lee) Roberts of Detroit, MI; Mrs. Betty J. (Charles) Edmonds; Mrs. Geraldine (Herbert) Feaster and sister-in-law, Pastor Betty J. Roberts of Charlotte, N.C. A Host of beloved nieces and nephews including Valerie L. Edmonds; Todd D. (Erricka D.) Edmonds, Kimberly M. Edmonds; Keith C. Edmonds (each preceding from Charlotte, NC) and Christopher L. Edmonds, Dr. Sheila R. Feaster of Monmouth, IL; Beverly A. (Louis) Ford, Vonda Read, Raymond L. (Karen Stallings) Felder and son, Tremaine; Gerald W. Roberts; Debra R. (Dr. Leon) Dantzler of Fayetteville, NC; Jayson Forte’ and Modica (Connor) Bell, Laverne McNair and Jorgina Roberts. Many cousins consisting also of devout caregiver, Sherri Boone; Viola Baylor of Gary, IN; Eleanor Stewart of Chicago, IL; Missionary Beatrice I. (Temple) Kendall; Lady Patricia (Pastor Samuel) Marsh; Lillie C. Smith and Sharon Hutchinson and families. Multiple friends including Missionary Florence M. Moore; Maggie Meadows; Mildred Cook of Benton Harbor, MI, Regina T. White-Young, Rose Wheeler and Brenda Isom (the last 4 also former co-workers). The Southeast Christian Church Family and sister assemblies of like-precious faith. She was preceded in death by her parents; James and Leatha (Temple) Roberts. Sisters: Lula M. Felder, Gladys B. Roberts, Ruth M. Roberts. Brothers: Bishop Edward C. Roberts; Deacon Joe W. and Maryland Roberts; Frederick L. Roberts. Daughter, Selena Horton (twin to Sabrina Patrick) and granddaughter, Ellanna Arriyanna Patrick. Written by: Betty J. Edmonds (sister of the deceased)— “… but our citizenship is in heaven and from it we await a savior, the Lord Jesus Christ who will transform our lowly body to be like His glorious body…” Philippians 3:20-21

Mrs. Delores Horton

January 16, 1937 - July 29, 2016