Aaron Norris Horton—born the 17th of October, 1954—entered heavens gates on the 23rd of April, 2021 from his home in Spartanburg, S.C. He was a ’72 graduate of Dorman High School and a member of United Baptist Church (formerly Hayne Baptist) where he served in numerous positions including: Deacon, Sunday school teacher, and sound technician. Norris was a former employee of Pike Electric and a volunteer at Metro Fire Department for 30 years.
Norris’ parents—Samuel Norris Horton and Myrtle Bishop Horton—and his brother Steven C. Horton predeceased him. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Susan Atkins Horton. He has three daughters; Melody Horton Howard (Jonathan), Tara Horton Morris (Allen), and Kelly Horton; six grandchildren (Clark, Sarah, Zak, Aaron, Cody, and Alana); and a beloved cat Oscar.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, the 26th of April, 2021 at 4pm at United Baptist Church located at 7319 Valley Falls Road. In lieu flowers, please send memorial offerings to the United Baptist Church Building Fund.