of Little Rock,
April 29, 1932 - July 30, 2015
Mary Jo Craig Horton, wife of Clyde Horton, died July 30, 2015. She was born April 29, 1932, to Mark and Mildred Craig in Russellville, AR. She is preceded in death by her parents, son Clyde Horton Jr., and sister, Shirley Craig Fiser of Panama City, FL. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Clyde Horton, two daughters, Margo Rowe (David) of Little Rock and Carol Kensel (Scott) Rogersville, MO, son, Mark Horton (Mona) of Little Rock, six grandchildren, Clay Rowe of Little Rock, Josh Rowe (Tiffany) of Little Rock, Rob Kensel of Rogersville, MO, Karli Kensel of Fayetteville, Joe Kensel of Dallas and Lindsey Horton of Dallas, and three great grandchildren, Josh, Maddie and Lexi Rowe of Little Rock.
She was a descendant of two pioneer Pope County, AR families (the Russells and Hogins) and the Craig family of Independence County.
Mary Jo attended the Arkansas Tech Demonstration School and Russellville public schools, graduating Russellville High School in 1949. She was a cheerleader at RHS and also at Arkansas Tech where she graduated in 1953. She did graduate work at UCA, UALR, and obtained a Master's Degree in Education from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville.
Mary Jo and Clyde moved to Little Rock in 1960 and joined Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church. They were members of the Pairs and Spares and Christian Fellowship Sunday School classes. She volunteered as an office worker at PHUMC upon retirement, was a former member of the Official Board, was a member of the Circle of Hope, Cancer Friends, and was involved with Bible Study Fellowship for a number of years. For many years she was a Girl Scouts leader and volunteer for the American Cancer Society.
Mary Jo was an avid traveler, bridge player, loyal Dallas Cowboy and Razorback fan. She and Clyde put on golf tournaments sponsored by the Little Rock Razorback Club to benefit the Lady Razorbacks Sports Programs. Both served on the club board of directors and she was secretary for the group for a number of years.
Her teaching experience was in the Fort Smith, Russellville and Little Rock public schools. She was a Reading Specialist with the Instructional Resource Center and Assistant Reading Supervisor with the Little Rock schools. Professional activities included Little Rock Classroom Teachers, Arkansas Education Association, National Education Association, Delta Kappa Gamma, and the International Reading Association. She was a member of the PEO sisterhood and was recognized in the Who's Who's in American Colleges and Universities while attending Arkansas Tech.
Visitation will be Sunday August 2nd, 4:00-6:00 pm, at Roller-Chenal. Services will be held at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church on Monday, August 3rd, at 11:00 am, with a reception following in the church parlor. Memorials may be made to The Clyde and Mary Jo Horton Food Pantry Endowment, PHUMC Foundation, 4823 Woodlawn Dr., Little Rock AR 72205, or Arkansas Tech University Department of Education.
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25 Condolence(s)
Frank and Evelyn McFaden
Friday, August 7, 2015
We heard the news late. Sorry we were not able to pay our respects. She will be in our prayers. May she rest in peace.
Charles Baker
Thursday, August 6, 2015
Mary Jo was a great gal!
We go back many years. We were classmates at Arkansas Tech Demonstration School and graduated from RHS.
Dan Veach
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Clyde, Sorry about Mary Jo and hope you are well.
Warm personal regards, Dan
Ted Lloyd
Monday, August 3, 2015
Clyde,
Thinking of you and your family. May God be a blessing to you all in this time you are grieving.
Ted Lloyd
Bob and Frances Jacimore
Monday, August 3, 2015
Clyde and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Bob and Frances Jacimore
Chris& Joan Heil
Monday, August 3, 2015
Carol, Scott, Rob, Karli & Joe,
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your Dear Mother and Grandmother . We send our love , prayers and hugs your way.
It sounds like your Mother was very active & had a kind gen
erous heart, certainly traits that are expressed by your sweet family Carol . May your fond memories of her bring strength and peace during this difficult time. In sympathy, the Heil's
Jim Dunn
Monday, August 3, 2015
Carol- Margo,
Just got back from vacation and catching up on news, just read your Mom passed away. So very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray you will find peace knowing she is now with the Lord.
Debbie Hopkins
Monday, August 3, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of Mary Jo. What a beautiful Mother, Wife, Grandma, Friend, Teacher she was to so many.
Healing thoughts are with the whole family.
Love, Hopkins and Lohmeyer Family
John & Angela Stringer
Monday, August 3, 2015
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Hank
Sunday, August 2, 2015
Clyde,Mark,Margo,Carol
I am in Las Vegas working at the summer furniture market. Mary Ann is with me and we received a call from Billy this morning
and he told us about your lovely wife and mother. Mary Jo was
such a breath of fresh air and a very caring person. I know you
will miss her but should have comfort that there is now doubt that
she has a place in heaven. Please accept our sympathy and we
are very sorry for your loss. We will not be back in Little Rock until
next Tuesday but our thoughts and prayers will be with you all during this difficult time. Love to all...Hank & Mary Ann
Jock and Melba Davis
Sunday, August 2, 2015
Dear Clyde: Our memories of Mary Jo continue as we discuss our days at Tech Our prayers
go with you and yours during this time of great
loss and may God sustain you throughout your
life. Love, Jock and Melba
Coach Marvel
Sunday, August 2, 2015
Will miss a great lady,who laughed at my corny stories. Coach Horton you and your family are in my prayers.
Paul J Smith, EdD
Saturday, August 1, 2015
In deepest sympathy,
from Paul J Smith, EdD
retired Administrator/Teacher
Little Rock School District
Judy milam
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Mary Jo worked many years with me and our other friends as a reading specialist and then starting the IRC. We had many trips and laughs together. She will always be remembered by us for her humor and laughter. She was dedicated to her family and job. Mary Jo will be missed by all of us! My prayers go out to Clyde and the kids.
Judy Milam
Nancy Allison Clowers
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Margo,
I'm so sorry to learn of the passing of your Mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Doug Lowrey
Saturday, August 1, 2015
A prayer from a friend
Joe & Joann Brindley
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Mary Jo Horton..a fabulous caring, loving lady. She will be so missed by you Clyde and your close family.
We have never forgotten your invitation and dinner at your home. Mary Jo's dedication to and love for the LR Razorback Club with all of the fun and memorable trips on the bus with you two.
Clyde, you and your lovely family are in our prayers. Mary Jo will for ever be in our memories and pleasant thoughts. God Bless you Clyde and your family.
Joe & Joann Brindley
Joe & Joann Brindley
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Mary Jo Horton..a fabulous caring, loving lady. She will be so missed by you Clyde and your close family.
We have never forgotten your invitation and dinner at your home. Mary Jo's dedication to and love for the LR Razorback Club with all of the fun and memorable trips on the bus with you two.
Clyde, you and your lovely family are in our prayers. Mary Jo will for ever be in our memories and pleasant thoughts. God Bless you Clyde and your family.
Joe & Joann Brindley
Peggy Pratt
Saturday, August 1, 2015
dear Clyde--prayers are with you, along with years of fond memories with you and Mary Jo
Melissa Horton
Friday, July 31, 2015
My heart is heavy for the loss of MaryJo. I am grateful for the moments I had in her company. May your family find peace and come together in love. Your cousin, Melissa Horton
Karen Trigg
Friday, July 31, 2015
Please accept my sincere condolances to all the family & friends of this beloved lady . Be comforted bt the words of Jesus, John 11:25 "I am the resurection and the life. He who beleives in me will live, even though he dies;"
Joseph Turbeville
Friday, July 31, 2015
Coach Horton,
It was with great sadness that Norma and I read of the home going of your beloved Mary Jo.
She was a beautiful person, inside and out, with a sweet, sweet spirit. and will be missed by all who knew her. She is now in Heaven, in the presence of her Lord and Savior, surveying wondrous and glorious sights that we can only imagine. May the peace and joy that is available only through Christ Jesus envelope you and your family during this time of grief. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
In His name,
Joe and Norma Turbeville
Regina Jones
Friday, July 31, 2015
So sorry for the loss of your beloved Mary Jo. Cherish the precious memories you made and the dreams you shared with Mary Jo. Please know that caring thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. Find comfort in Jesus' promise, "I Am The Resurrection and The Life. The one who exercises faith in me, even though he dies, Will Come To Life." (John 11:25) With my deepest sympathies.
Barbara
Friday, July 31, 2015
We are so very very sorry . As you think about her , may every memory shared, every smile & tear, and every whispererd prayer give you comfort in your time of loss.
We know Jesus is holding you all in his arms during this time ..may God bless you & your family
..And behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee...Geneis 28:15
Nancy Burrow
Friday, July 31, 2015
Margo, David and Family...
We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love...
Nancy Burrow, Carolyn Evans, and Betty Townsend