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Obituary For Gilbert M. Horne, Jr.

Gilbert M. Horne, Jr., 83, of 5th St., Martinsville, VA, departed this life on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at Stanleytown Health and Rehab. He was born in Washington, D.C. on July 21, 1937, the son of the late Gilbert M. Horne, Sr., and the late Antoinette M. Horne. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Fontaine Horne; and his sister, Anita Harris.

Gilbert was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church, where he was an Elder, Liturgist, a member of the Men's Council, and a member of the Men's Choir. He retired from E.I. Dupont after 38 years of service, and worked as a Inmate Family Clerk for the Martinsville City Sheriffs Department for twenty-two years.

Gilbert was a United States Army Veteran, and a member of the American Legion Homer Dillard Post 78. He was also a Mason, serving in the Sons of Solomon #111, a Shriner, serving in the KuWat Temple #126, and a life member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Gilbert leaves to cherish his memory, one daughter, Dr. Kathy R.H. ( Herman) Frazier of Kernersville, NC; one son, Lt. Colonel- Retired Kenneth R. (Tonia) Horne of Greensboro, NC; five grandchildren, Brian Horne, Alyssa Horne, Ashley Horne, Justin Frazier, and Karmen Frazier; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 11 A.M. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Pastor Kelvin Perry, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens. A public viewing will be held on Monday, May 17, 2021 at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 P.M. until 5 P.M. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing is required.

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My sincere condolences to Mr. Horne and his entire family. It is my prayer that God comforts you all and keeps you. Kenneth Shannon Jr.

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Kenny, Kathy, and the entire family, our prayers are with you as we express our sincerest condolences during this time. I will surely miss your dad, my frat brother, Masonic brother, and friend! He was a great spirit, father, and man. You all have been blessed with his presence, and may his memories live with you all favorably all the days of your lives. May God continue to strengthen us all, and His Mercy be with us forever! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Rico, Nicole, and Family

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To Kathy, Kenny and the entire Horne and Frazier families. Praying for comfort and strength.

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Kathy, Kenny and family, we send our deepest Condolences. Your Dad gave lasting memories to everyone he met and boy did he make you laugh. Let all the Good memories live on. We Love you, Sharon (Homie), Gil, Mom & Dad

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To Kathy and Kenneth and your families, Grace, peace, and blessings to you as you celebrate the life of your wonderful father. May God's Spirit comfort and keep you and surround you with love in a palpable way. You are in our hearts and prayers. The 5th Street Martins -- Michael, Michele, and Shelby

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On behalf of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity´s Delta Zeta Chapter at Central State University, we our offer our deepest sympathy for Brother Gilbert Horne´s family and friends. Our memories and our highly respected and popular classmate and brother will live on in our hearts.

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Kathy and Kenny sending love and deepest sympathy. I'm sorry to hear the passing of your dad a great man I met years ago when he hired me though Dupont. May God give you and your families the strength you need on today, cherish the sweet memories. Love Joe/Renee Moore

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Kathy and family - May God's love and constant presence continue to give you strength. Our deepest sympathy and continued prayers. Monica, Jeff, Jacob and Zachary Herr

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Kathy and Kenny our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God's comfort you during this time. Bishop Doug Ingram and family

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Kathy and Kenny with love and my deepest sympathy. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Poochie was an amazing man and Dad, you were so blessed to have him as your father. I loved him because he loved you so much! We don't all get fathers like him, but you did and now he's with the Lord. Thank God for the blessing of a wonderful father and remember the good times. It's the memories that will live on in your hearts and he will be with you forever. I love you,God Bless you! Penny Wells💞💚

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Precious memories of your dad and quality time spent throughout the years. May God grant you with peace and comfort in the day's ahead. With love and respect.

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Kathy and Kenny, My heart goes out to you. May you always cherish loving memories of your dad. Donald and Gail Monroe-McAllister

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Kathy and Kenny, I am praying for both of you and your families. May God strengthen you and bless you with his peace.

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Kathy, Kenny & family, I pray God's power and love over you in this difficult season. Alma Baker

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My heartfelt sympathy to the Horne family. Kathy you and your family now have another angel in heaven to protect you all. Stay strong in Gods love. Blessings. Soror Lisa P. Kirkman🌹

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Kathy, Kenny and The Horne Family... sending my prayers and condolences to you during this time of transition. May you find peace and comfort in knowing your Dad is God's everlasting arms🙏🏾 Robin Green AESpr85💗💚

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Our condolences, Prayers & heartfelt sympathy to The Horne Family. May your memories, love & faith bring you comfort & peace. AKA Sorors Spring '84.

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Soror Kathy, My condolences to you and your family. May God bestow Grace and Mercy upon you. Soror Michelle Totten

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Dear Soror Kathy and my Greek Brother Kenny, My thoughts and prayers are with your family in the loss of your dear father. May God comfort you as only He can do during this difficult time. Love you both! Soror Yvonne Carter 💗💚❤️

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To Kathy and Kenny as well as the entire Horne family...sending my sincere condolences for your loss. I am keeping the family in my prayers. VSU Triojan Love Regina White

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With deepest sympathy as you remember your dad. Words will not wipe away the tears, hold on to the cherished memories that will forever remain. Continued prayers of comfort and love. Michele Lambert

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Soror Kathy and family Sending my deepest condolences to you and your beautiful family. May the Peace of God continue to rule in your hearts richly! Soror Subrina Bailey Whitehead

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Sending my condolences on the loss of your beloved Dad. Soror Kathy and Kenny, may the Lord's promise of everlasting life comfort and keep you during this time. Sisterly and VSU Trojan Love, Benita Hill

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Soror Kathy & Kenny. May God's love comfort you at this time and may He give you and your family a peace that surpasses all understanding. Take joy in knowing The Lord is good and His mercies endure forever. Kean Cofield Jones (VSU)

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Condolences to the family of my Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Brother Gilbert Horne. Poochie possessed a wealth of knowledge about the fraternity when I joined the Martinsville Alumni Chapter in the early 1990s. Rest In Peace, Brother Horne. - - Gary Smith

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So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was such a pleasant person. Praying for you all❤️❤️Theresa Spencer

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Kathy and Kenny and family, We are so sorry to hear of the transitioning of Mr. Horne affectionately known as Mr. Poochie. We pray peace and comfort over you and your families as you celebrate his wonderful life. Peace and blessings, Dot and Terrance Johns

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Kathy & Family- we are never quite ready to say goodbye to our loved ones, especially someone as special as your Dad. David and I are wishing your family comfort and strength for the days ahead. I never had the privilege of meeting your Dad in person, but felt like I knew him from all the stories you told me Kathy. I hope all those memories will bring you and your family comfort. Love and prayers~. Sandi & David Simmons

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Kathy and Kenneth, May the love and memories you hold in your heart comfort you and bring you peace as you and your family celebrate the life of your father. Imogene and Isadore Draper

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Our deepest sympathy to the family of Poochie Horne, he was a very nice person. He will always be remembered. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

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Condolences & prayers for the family.

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Metric Scandrick

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With Heavy Heart and Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy, Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your Dear Father. It has truly been a Pleasure knowing Poochie, there is No One like Him. He could put a smile on anyones face, he always had something funny to say. I could just sit with him for hours laughing. He will be MISSED DEARLY!!! LOVE YOU Poochie REST IN PARADISE.

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Rest in peace, my brother-in-law. You've joined my sister and you both will now be an eternal couple. Love you and will miss you.

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Met..Poochie..Over 47yrs.ago,while I was working at..The Hospital. He Told..My Co/Worker and I That He was..The Personnel Manager at DuPont and to fill out an application and He would hire us and He stood up for his..Word! I always gave him that credit and flowers for taking care of his people! Always such a Great Guy! Had Wonderful Occasions at..The Kuwat,DuPont Shift Parties and so much more..I could say about his Great Attitude and Fun Times! Just thinking about..Him a few weeks ago and was going to make a call.Didn't know He wasn't feeling good. So shocked to see his..Obituary! Love to His Twins, Grands and Remaining of Family!Thank You on..My Final Comment for being.. So Awesome! (Richetta A. Hairston "Richy"/Bassett, Va)

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Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to the Family, I have known Gilbert for over 55 years he was always nice, we worked together at DuPont about over 35 years. The Spencer Family

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Sorry for your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer that God's loving presence will bring Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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