Joseph William Horton
November 09, 1929 - July 30, 2018
Obituary
SUPERIOR-Joseph William “Joe” Horton passed away on Monday, July 30, 2018. He was born on Nov. 9, 1929, in Corpus Christi, Texas, son of Ira and Frances Horton. Joe spent his young years in South Texas, moving with his family to Portland, Oregon in 1947, where he completed college. He met his wife, JoAn Pettit, in Portland and completed his master’s degree in Chemistry at the University of Portland. Joe continued his education at Michigan State University. In 1958, after obtaining his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Joe and JoAn moved to Superior, Wisconsin. He taught chemistry at the University of Wisconsin - Superior; in his 43 years of university service, he never took a day of sick leave. Joe Horton was very active in his church. He was a 50 year member of the American Chemical Society, a Mason and past grand commander of the Knights Templar. Joe was a master at crossword puzzles. He enjoyed classical music, particularly opera, and reading science fiction novels; his personal library contains over 5,000 science fiction books. Joe is survived by his wife, JoAn; daughters, Peggy and Sandy; son, Robert; grandchildren, Kimberly, McKenzie, Erica, Effie and Ryan; and great-grand daughter, Charlotte. Joe Horton was a devoted husband, a beloved father and a true gentleman. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1150 Park St, Oregon, at 12 Noon on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. Memorials may be gifted in Joseph's name to the Alzheimer's Association or American Heart Association. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Oregon
Funeral & Cremation Care
1150 Park Street
608-835-3515
Events
Visitation
Sat Aug 4, 2018 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Oregon • 1150 Park Street, Oregon, WI 53575
Service
Sat Aug 4, 2018 @ 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Oregon • 1150 Park Street, Oregon, WI 53575
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Dr. Ronald and Barbara Roubal
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Our loyal and true friend of 45 years. You are the best. Our memories are happy and warm while our hearts our sad. May the choir of angels, including Al C. , greet you with your favorite opera. Joe was an excellent teacher. My colleague, may you be a peace. JoAn and family our prayers are with you.
Barb and Ron
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Mary (Mike Aldrich) Waller
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JoAn and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was loved by so many. I have so many fond memories of him at church. He was a wonderful Sunday school teacher and made the Old Testament come alive for us. I'll never forget how upset I was (over 40 years ago) when we found out my nephew had PKU and Joe took the time to explain the science and genetics to me in a way I could understand. He was always a kind man. I'm sorry I won't be back from Chicago in time for his funeral. But you will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Mike (Aldrich) Waller
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Bill & Marsha Fennessey
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Dear JoAn , Peggy, Bob, Sandy and Families-we're all so sad at hearing of Joe"s passing. Our Family will always remember him as a wonderful neighbor, who always greeted Bill and I , the Kids and our furry family members with a joyful, positive attitude. He had knowledge about anything and everything and would gladly share this when asked any questions. He was a true Gentleman and a joy to have as our Neighbor for over 30 years! All the Fennessey"s will miss him. With sympathy and caring thoughts- Bill, Marsha, Shawn, Dustin and Bria.
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Patty Bordes
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Dear Bob, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Patty (Lier) Bordes
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Matt Hughey
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To JoAn & the Horton Family:
I first met Joe 50 years ago when I was 6 years old. He made an incredible impression on me. He was one of the most brilliant, intellectual, personable person that I have met in my travels over the years and he made a deep and lasting impression upon me. I was very fortunate to have gotten to know him when I was kid. The sacrifices that you, JoAn, and Joe made for the Masonic Fraternity for all those years really has paid off on countless people over those years. I certainly did to this little kid (when I was little). May the Supreme Architect of the Universe watch over you and your family in the coming days. Matt Hughey
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Dan Little
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You played such an important role in my life ... I think of you often. Such a marvelous teacher (intro organic, advanced organic, biochem). And your wonderful, engaging personality. Thank you, Joe!
My condolences to your family.
Dan Little