George Fenner Horton, Jr.

George Fenner Horton Jr., 85, passed away at his home on Tuesday, November 2, 2022 in

Raleigh, NC. He was born in Henderson, NC on October 9th 1937 to Fenner & Dommie Horton

of Manson, NC. On June 20, 1959 he married Joyce Lee Underwood in Raleigh, NC.

George Owned and Operated Horton Pump & Tank as a Petroleum Device Technician He was a

long time member of the Garner Optimist Club and donated much of his early years to coaching

and teaching youth baseball and basketball. He loved horses, sports, and most of all family. He

was a Godly man that raised his children to love the Lord. George was a man of strong morals

and values and demonstrated that to his family and loved ones. He was one unique individual

who will be truly missed by all.

His passing is preceded by his loving wife Joyce Horton of 51 years. George is survived by: his

sons Randy Horton, Terry Horton, and Chris Horton and his wife Lisa Horton. A daughter

Michelle Kochenberger and her husband Jim Kochenberger. Grandchildren: Joshua Horton,

Ashley Horton, Sarah Lynn Horton, Caden Henderson, Cody Horton, and Joy Horton. Great

grandchild: Finnious Moore.

Visitation for George Horton will be held at Bryan Lee Funeral Home on Tuesday November 8th

from 5-7 and the Funeral service will be held on Wednesday November 9th at 1:00 at

Bryan - Lee Chapel with burial services to follow at Montlawn Cemetery.

George Horton lives on in the hearts and minds of his loving family and Friends.