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Obituary For Vanessa Walker Horton
Vanessa Walker Horton, 68 years old, of Durham, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in her home, with her family by her side, on Monday June 12, 2023.
Vanessa was born in November, 1954 in Durham, NC to the late Aaron and Mattie Walker.
She was a kind, generous, loving, and thoughtful person. She leaves to cherish her memories three daughters (RaMonda Horton, LaTasha Horton, LaMonda Horton-Stalling(-William); four grandchildren (Jasmine, Roderick Jr, Elijah, Octavia); two great grandchildren; sisters Ethel Alston (Melvin), Julia Walker, Victoria Holley(Rufus), and Paulette Walker; brothers Dwight Walker and Aaron Walker(Darlene); special friend Calvin Purnell; a host of loving cousins, relatives, and friends.
Vanessa was a graduate of Durham High School in Durham NC and attended Durham Technical Community College. Ms. Horton worked as a teacher’s assistant for the Durham City/Durham Public Schools retired after more than 25 years of supporting and encouraging students. At an early age joined Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, then attended Cox Memorial FWB, and God’s House of Refuge (Pastor V. Holley).
- A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 16th, 2023, 3:00 pm, American Cremation and Funeral Service located at 1204 Person Street Durham, NC 27703.
- The family will be accepting visitors at Vanessa’s Home on June 14th through June 16th 4pm-8pm daily.
- In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that donations be sent via Cash App to: $LatashaHorton77.
- For additional information please call 984-219-2587.
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Richard j Brown sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Vanessa Walker Horton - June 15, 2023
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Sincerest condolences to Pastor Vicky Holley and the entire family of Vanessa Walker Horton. We are praying for God to continue to comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. Pastor James & Lady Mattie Allen, Shekinah Glory
I'm truly sorry to hear about the loss of Vanessa. In this challenging time, may you find solace in your faith and the comforting presence of God. May the love and teachings of Christ provide you with strength and peace as you navigate through your grief. We offer our deepest condolences. Sincerely The Ray Family
Our deepest sympathies and condolences from the Walker, Minick, and Davis Families(Washington DC).
Peace be with you.
My thoughts and prayers to the family! Chevelle
Shirley Walker and family : Regina Davis: Renee Minick and family Peace to our Durham family: Vanessa Horton Walker and her children , Grand children and Relatives. 💕
Vanessa Horton was not only beautiful, she was fearless, fierce, and faithful to God. She was my bestie and we had each other's backs. I will miss her so much!!
My sister was not only beautiful. She was fearless, fierce, and faithful to God. I will miss her dearly. She was my partner and we had each other's backs. Boy, did we know how to laugh 😃 😀
Our condolences and prayers are with the family during your time of bereavement. Bishop Dr. Joshua D. Brown (Pastor)and Cox Memorial Freewill Baptist Church.
I will miss you, Aunt Vanessa. I Love You so much. La, Ra, and Tasha - I Love You all so much. My heart, thoughts and, prayers are with you all.
-Tenal
To the Horton and walker family. I am sending my condolences of peace love and comfort to you all. Love Monique byrd hargrove
Sending prayers to the family🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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