Hubert Cecil Horne, 87 of Waco passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. He will deeply be missed.
Visitation: 6-8pm Friday, April 19 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral Service: 10am Saturday, April 20 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel. CLICK HERE to view the Live Stream of the service
He was born on March 6, 1937, to loving parents, Lee and Verneta Brandon Horne, and graduated from Rosenthal/Downsville School in 1958 after graduation, Cecil was employed at LL Sams and Son Church Furniture, and eventually retired from the Swift Meat Company. He was known as a hard worker that took pride in his work. After retiring, he continued to work on a part-time basis in the community.
In March, 1962 He married Emma Jones, and to this union three sons, Dietrik, Steven and Craig, one daughter Emily Sara’ were born. On April 3, 1963, Cecil after studying the bible was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Cecil was the Company Servant (Coordinator) of the East Waco Congregation from 1966-72. He and his wife, Emma raised their 3 boys to respect bible teachings, and to be involved in spiritual activities. Cecil was a faithful husband and father, and dearly cared for Emma until she passed.
In June 1997, Cecil was united in marriage to Marie Smith, who was also from Waco, Texas. He welcomed Marie’s sons, Kenneth, William and Kevin and treated them as his own. “Cecil” spent decades faithfully serving Jehovah with Marie by his side. He was a loving elder and served as a full time “pioneer” in the Christian Ministry work for over forty years until his death. As members of the East Waco Congregation and previously of the Bellmead Congregation, they worked side by side as they reached out to others and studied the bible with countless interested ones in the community.
Even after becoming ill, Cecil continued to attend all Christian meetings with the assistance of Marie, others in the congregation, and an oxygen device. After receiving Hospice services, he attended and actively participated in all worship meetings virtually. He would greet and encourage others through Zoom, and would share research points with the other virtual attendees. Cecil will always be remembered for his deep faith, his lasting love for Jehovah God and his son Jesus Christ, and his strong zealous participation in the Christian ministry work as assigned by Jesus Christ at Matthew 28:19 and 20.
Cecil was preceded in death by his first wife; Emma Jones; daughter Emily Sara’ Horne; son Hubert Steven Horne, and brothers, Terrell Lee Horne, Willie James Horne and Oscar D. Horne.
Cecil leaves to cherish his memory a loving devoted wife Marie (Smith) Horne; sons Dietrick and Craig Horne; stepsons, Kenneth and William (LaRhonda) Smith and Kevin Harrison (Stephanie); sisters Margie A. London and Bernice Stevenson, 2 granddaughters, 6 grandsons, 5 great granddaughters 8 great grandsons, hundreds of local Christian brothers and sisters, and a host of family members and friends.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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To the Horne family my condolences my love and prayers death is never easy but we have assurance that Jehovah will soon do away with death and the one who causes death Satan the devil Revelation 21;3-5. AGAPE
thank you so very much Sister Simmons
I have no words that can express the deep hurt I feel..Brother Horne will hold a special place in my heart forever. Only he ,I and the Wlliams know how much he helped me over the years. To Craig , Dike and Marie may Jehovah God be with you and comfort you all.
Thank you so very much Brother McNeal
Thank you so very much Sister Brown
Thank you Brown’s family
Marie, Dietrick,Craig,and other family members, I truly sorry about the passing of Bro. Horne. He was a very dedicated brother and was so happy to become a Regular Pioneer, I can remember.
Just think, in the New World, there will be no such word as death, it will be taken out of the Dictionary.
Daisy White
April 17, 2024
Thank you Sister White
Thank you sister White
To the Horne Family. I have so many fond memories of being with Bro. Horne while growing up in the Bellmead Congregation. I look forward to seeing him again in the new world. Psalm 91:15
Thank you McNeal family
To the Horne family, I’m sorry for your loss. Bro. Horne was so patient, kind and a good listener. We will miss you and can’t wait to see you again.
Thank you kuykendall family
Thank you so very much Brother McNeal
To the Horne family. Our condolences and prayers to all of you during this most difficult time . Cecil was like a fleshly brother to our family and will be greatly missed. We look forward to the time when our enemy (Death) will be done away with (1 Corinthians 15:26) and we can enjoy the promised blessings at Revelation 21:4. – Until then sleep my brother.
The Melvin Family
We look forward to the glorious resurrection so close at hand. Sister Bueckers Hewitt congregation
To the Horns family, sister Marie, Brothers Horn is going to be missed he was such a zealous Brother he was one of brothers went over questions to get Baptism!
Gloria Standifer
Thank you Sister Standifer
To the Horne Family. My condolences on your loss. Bro. Horne and I became close over the years. I remember when we would finish the ministry. I would be ready to go home, when Bro Horne stopped under the tree and put his car in park I knew I would be there for awhile, because my Brother could carry on a conversation. That’s how we became friends. I’m going to miss him for awhile.
Thank you brother Price
To the Horne Family ( Dietrik & Craig) & Smith Family (Kenneth, William, and Kevin):
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. My Mother and I had known Brother Horne for many years and as a faithful servant of Jehovah! He was always jovial and loved all the friends in the Congregation. Mrs. Marie Horne was always by his side as a dedicated wife and compliment!
With sympathy,
Myrtle Hall & Rosalin Hall-King
Thank you Hall and King family
I love you all and I ask in prayer to bless and comfort each one at this time . Looking forward to the reunions of all in the near future . Acts 24:15 . Jehovah knows all who call on him .
Thank you brother Holmes family
To the Horne family, there are no words that can express how deeply hurt the sting of death can be. May the God of comfort be with you and the rest of your family at this time. Our condolences is with you all.
Marie, Dietrick, Craig, and other family members, I’m so sorry for your loss, and my condolences. Brother Horn was such kind, patient and brother that took the time to say hello, like he knew that we need his nice greeting. He will will be greatly missed,
But like Isaiah 26:19, which says: “For your dew is as the dew of the morning, and the earth will let those powerless in death come to life.” So it won’t be long before we see him and all our love ones that we have lost.
Take care and may Jehovah give the comfort you need.
Mary Alice Perez-Ochoa
Dear Family,
You have our deepest condolences and prayers in your behalf. Brother Horne set an excellent example in being faithful and zealous in the ministry. Dietrick you have ALWAYS been extremely loving and loyal to your entire family, including your Dad. You were an amazing son. Marie you cared for Brother Horne, even when you experienced health challenges.. You were a devoted wife.
We love you both and will continue to be there for you, as your family has been there for so many others. Deepest Sympathy.
Thank you Ward family
Our hearts go out to Marie and all the sons and family.We’ve known the family over 40 years and Cecil was a very loving person. If ever there is anything we can do please let us know.Prayers and thoughts of you always. Jack Palmer Family.
Sis Marcella Thomas and Family would like to express our deepest condolences to the Horn Family. Bro. Horn was near and dear to the Thomas Family. To Marie, Duke, and Craig, may Jehovah the God of all comfort sustain you.
Randy & I are so sorry for your loss. It is our loss too. He will be deeply missed. He was always a great encouragement. To him, he won’t be gone long. We just want to make sure we are there when he opens his eyes
in the resurrection. He is safe in Jehovah’s memory.
I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers
Thank you Wilson family