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William Clifton “Bill” Horton Veteran

Birth
Ash Flat, Sharp County, Arkansas, USA
Death
14 Jun 2021 (aged 96)
Ash Flat, Sharp County, Arkansas, USA
Burial
Ash Flat, Sharp County, Arkansas, USA Add to Map
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William Clifton Horton was born October 4, 1924 at Ash Flat, Arkansas, the sixth child of Alton and Crystal Horton. He departed this physical life June 14, 2021 at the age of 96 in Ash Flat.

Preceding him in death were his wife of 71 years, Berniece; his parents; four sisters: Marie, Sue, Bonnie, and Joyce; and five brothers: Roy, Clyde, Denzil, Glen, and Oran.

Bill served his country in the United States Army and was awarded three bronze Service Stars and a Purple Heart for his efforts in World War II including activity in Normandy, northern France, and Rhineland.

He had worked as a supervisor for the Bonneville Power Administration erecting powerlines in Washington, Oregon, and Montana. He also worked at Boeing aircraft company. After retirement he continued to be active in work as a carpenter, farmer, and bus driver for the Helping Hands School.

Bill was a faithful member of the Ash Flat church of Christ and led singing at church and numerous funerals.

Survivors include his brother, Jim, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was respected throughout his community by a host of good friends.

Service conducted Wednesday, June 16, at the Ash Flat church of Christ.

Burial with military honors will follow in Wiles Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Tri-County Funeral Home of Highland, Arkansas.
William Clifton Horton was born October 4, 1924 at Ash Flat, Arkansas, the sixth child of Alton and Crystal Horton. He departed this physical life June 14, 2021 at the age of 96 in Ash Flat.

Preceding him in death were his wife of 71 years, Berniece; his parents; four sisters: Marie, Sue, Bonnie, and Joyce; and five brothers: Roy, Clyde, Denzil, Glen, and Oran.

Bill served his country in the United States Army and was awarded three bronze Service Stars and a Purple Heart for his efforts in World War II including activity in Normandy, northern France, and Rhineland.

He had worked as a supervisor for the Bonneville Power Administration erecting powerlines in Washington, Oregon, and Montana. He also worked at Boeing aircraft company. After retirement he continued to be active in work as a carpenter, farmer, and bus driver for the Helping Hands School.

Bill was a faithful member of the Ash Flat church of Christ and led singing at church and numerous funerals.

Survivors include his brother, Jim, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was respected throughout his community by a host of good friends.

Service conducted Wednesday, June 16, at the Ash Flat church of Christ.

Burial with military honors will follow in Wiles Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Tri-County Funeral Home of Highland, Arkansas.


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