Thomas A. Horton

Tom went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday May 13, 2024, at the age of 79, of Haddon Heights, NJ, formerly of Philadelphia.

Beloved husband of 54 years to Betty P. (nee Holmberg). Loving father of Douglas J. Horton (Christine) and Michael T. Horton (Carolyn). Proud grandfather of Gracie, Paige, Aubrey, Chase, Lucy, Hazel, Cutter and the late Luke.  Dear brother of Stuart Horton (Jane) and Margaret Alexander (Steve). Also survived by many nieces & nephews.

Tom grew up in Philadelphia, PA and graduated from Frankford High School. He then attended Cairn University (’68), where he met his wife Betty. He received his master’s degree from Rowan University. He was a Youth Pastor at Penn Square Community Church and then taught at The Kings Christian School for 42 years.  During his time at King’s, he also served as the basketball and baseball coach which he thoroughly enjoyed. Tom always maintained a Lawn Care business while he taught and into retirement. For the last 10 years, he worked at Magnolia Garden Village where he enjoyed caring for contractors, staff and customers.  He was a member of Joy Community Fellowship Church, where he served for many years. Tom’s true passion was his love for his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and his family.  His discipleship has made an impact on hundreds of lives as a mentor, teacher and encourager. Tom’s humble and kind spirit shined through with just a glance of his smile.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Visitation Saturday, May 25th from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM, at Fellowship Bible Church, 590 Jackson Rd., Sewell, NJ, where his Celebration of Life will begin at 11:30 AM.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers contributions in Tom’s memory may be sent to The King’s Christian School, 5 Carnegie Plaza, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, Cairn University, 200 Manor Ave., Langhorne, PA 19047 or Samaritan’s Gift Processing Center, PO Box 71425, Phila., PA 19176-1425.

Arrangements by Jackson Funeral Home, Haddon Township, NJ www.jacksonfh.net