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Obituary For Essie Butler Horn

Ms. Essie Butler Horn, 67, of Columbus, GA passed Wednesday, August 10, 2022 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be 12 noon EST, Friday, August 19, 2022 at Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Phenix City, AL with Pastor Noble D. Williams, officiating. Interment to follow in Green Acres Cemetery, Columbus, GA. Visitation is Thursday, August 18, 2022 from 2-5 p.m. EST.

Ms. Essie Butler Horn of Columbus, GA was born May 4, 1955 in Russell County, AL to Ben Butler, Jr. and Annie W. Butler.

Essie gave her life to Christ at an early age at Shady Grove Baptist Church. She attended New Testament Baptist Church, but later joined Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church where she served as a faithful member of the Hospitality and Women’s Ministry. Essie received her formal education at Jordan Vocational High School. She furthered her education at Columbus Technical College where she received her Associate Degree in Business in 1974.

On April 30, 1976 Essie was united in Holy Matrimony to Ricky Horn in Columbus, GA.

Essie began her employment with Blue Cross Blue Shield for 10 years and later was employed with AFLAC for 16 years where she retired in 2017. During her retirement she enjoyed cooking, baking and nurturing her many flourishing plants. Most importantly she dedicated her life to the care of her beloved mother, Annie W. Butler.

She is preceded in death by her father, Ben Butler, Jr.

Essie leaves to cherish her memories her mother, Annie W. Butler of Columbus, GA; two dedicated brothers, Tommy Butler (Adriene) of Phenix City, AL and Willie Butler (Patricia) of Columbus, GA; loving sister, Ann Reeves (David) of Roberta, GA; a nephew she adored as a son, Roderick Jones (Valencia) of Tyrone, GA; a niece she adored as a daughter, Katrina Hill (Bradley) of Hallandale Beach, FL; three nieces; seven nephews; a devoted friend, Randy Carswell of Columbus, GA and a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly.

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I met Essie while at Spencer High School. You were always met with that bright smile. I would get to see herbyrars later with that same smile. She was a beautiful spirt. May the peace and comfort of our Lord be with the family 💜

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A beautiful one will truly be missed!!! I pray that God will strengthen you and keep you during this time! I'm going to miss that beautiful smile and grace! My sincere condolences to the family! Regina Mitchell

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My condolences and deepest sympathy to the Butler Family- Pinkie Echols (Ragland Ct)

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My sincerest and heartfelt condolences on the loss of Essie to her family, friends and loved ones. She was always a caring and thoughtful person with a kind heart and beautiful smile. Rest in the peace of His love and presence. Tami Brinkley

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I worked with Essie many years and she truly was one of the funniest, creative women I've ever met. Lots of laughs and find memories. My condolences to her family. May God provide comfort for your loss. Veronica Glenn

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My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I met Ms. Essie aka Ma at Aflac. I will always treasure our friendship at work and outside of Aflac. I will miss the Fab 5 Aflac fellowships. Although you will not be with us physically, your spirit and beautiful smile will always be with us. Love you Ma Essie! Pam Buford

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Deepest sympathy and prayers to the family. May God strengthen and comfort you during this time and the days ahead. Daphena Buckner

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Condolences to the family of Essie. She will truly be missed. I pray there is comfort knowing she is safe in his arms. RIH Beedy. The Pearson & Jones Family.

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To the family of Essie I have known Essie since Jr. High School and through out High School and adult hood. My memories of her will always remain in my heart Kathy McCallister

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To the family of Essie I have known Essie since Jr. High School and through out High School and adult hood. My memories of her will always remain in my heart

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Our condolences to the family. We love but God loves best and to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Praying without ceasing for strength. Much love, Mike and Aqua 💕🙏💕

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prayers to the family. Essie was a sweet good spirit person as we worked at BCBS, i can remember her smile, it was always welcoming. rest Essie. Shelia McCaden

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Sending love, light and prayer to the Butler & Horn Families. I am honored and blessed to have known Essie, from elementary, middle, high-school and adulthood. May the memory of her warm gentle soul remain in our hearts. Love Carol Oliver-Weaver

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Our family is keeping the Butler and Horn family in our thoughts and prayers. Sharon D.(Williams)Woodard JVHS Class of 73

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My Condolences & Sympathies to her & her family. May she R.I.H. J.Greene

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My condolences to the family of my classmate from Middle School through High School. Keeping the family lifted in Prayer! Geraldine Patrick Buckner

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I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Essie from Aflac. She was beautiful soul and enjoyed our times together. A sweet friend. Rest in peace.

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My sincerest condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Essie. I will always remember our talks and guaranteed laughter. Rest Bea, until we meet again my friend.

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My love and prayer goes to the family and anyone who knew and loved Essie. Sincerely, Mamie Willis

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My deepest condolences and prayers are with the family. Mama Essie as I fondly called her will be deeply missed. Rest in peace Mama Essie. I will forever cherish all of our talks, lessons you taught me, love and laughs. This is not a good bye however a see you later. Forever Loved Nora Buckner aka Pumpkin

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My condolence to The Horn & Butler Family during this time. Essie was a classmate and she will be missed. Dawna Fogie Robinson

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Family sorry for your loss I went to School with her and she was Avery nice person . She will be missed

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Our family is torn but know that our sister (Beedy) is resting in heaven. We miss you terribly but know we will see you again. You have finished the course, it's your time for eternal peace. Take your stroll on the streets paved in gold. You will forever be in our hearts. Your Sister & Brother in Law Ann & David 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

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Extending my sincere condolences to Essie's family, she was married to my cousin Ricky and we went to Jordan High together, May she rest in God's heavenly arms🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Gayle Raiford Durham JVHS

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Sending my condolences and prayers I got to know Essie while we were at Jordan High school Betty Talley Laury JVHS

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My deepest condolences to the family of this special lady. So many fond memories of the times we spent together during my tenure with Blue Cross and Blue Shield. She was a living angel who is now a heavenly angel. May God give you strength as you grieve the loss of such a special lady. Gerri Brooks

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My deepest condolences to the family of this special lady. So many fond memories of the times we spent together during my tenure with Blue Cross and Blue Shield. She was a living angel who is now a heavenly angel. May God give you strength as you grieve the loss of such a special lady. Gerri Brooks

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Our deepest condolences to the family of Ms. Essie Butler Horne. My childhood friend.. RIP. Eddie and Cenneta Gamble Gunn.

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To the Family, I am saddened to hear about your loss, but we must take a moment to celebrate the beautiful life that Essie lived. Pray to the Lord that she is now dancing up in Heaven waiting for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy, Betty Fagan (Detroit, MI).

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Forever in my heart.. I will always love you... My God Mom and bestie... Hugs to heaven... PaQuita

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My Condolences to the family during this time. Essie will always be remembered from elementary school until adulthood. A nice & funny person. May she peacefully spend eternity & rest with Jesus.

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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Ms Essie! I worked with her for many years! She was a special person!

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Ms. Butler & Family, I extend my deepest sympathy for the loss of my "Bea Bea." I will hold the memories we shared together so close to my heart. I'll miss our times together at GMZ. May God strengthen you all in the days ahead. Forever Loved Teresa "Sally" Crawford Forever Loved

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Deepest sympathies... I had the pleasure of working with Ms Essie for years, she was such a sweet lady, always a smile on her face. So sorry for your loss.

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I will miss my sister but I thank God for the years I was blessed to have her in my life. Forever in my heart. I will see you again! Rest now, take your walk on the streets paved in gold. We love you but God loves you best! 🙏🏾😪🙏🏾

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Condolences to the family during this time of transition another angel have gotten her wings fly high cuz Rest In Paradise 🙏🙏🙏

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My condolence to The Horn & Butler Family during this time. I had the pleasure of meeting Ms Essie through Katrina then began working with Ms. Essie for several years at Aflac. Such a sweet person. Trina M. Jackson

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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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