David L. Horton

October 22, 1941 - February 19, 2022

David L. Horton, 80, of Rogersville, TN passed away Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Holston Valley Medical Center. He was born October 22, 1941, in Gaithersburg, MD to the late Russell and Mary Metz Horton. David was a loving and devoted son, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. He always had a smile and was often found helping others. David enjoyed working, gardening and fishing. He retired as a Supervisor for the City of Gaithersburg, MD following thirty-six years of service. David was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his wife, Shelby Golden Horton; brother, Lee Horton; son-in-law, Rick Baker. Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Margaret Ward and husband, Janssen, David Horton, Jr., Penny Baker, Paul Horton and wife, Clivia, Danny Horton and Dennis Horton and wife, Mary; very special friend, Paula Hutchins; several loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Donnie Horton and wife, Judy, Ann Cox and husband, Gerald, Gary Horton and wife, Dorothy; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. The family will receive friends Thursday, February 24, 2022, from 10:00-11:00 am in the funeral home chapel. A Celebration of Life Service will begin at 11:00 am with Pastor Donnie Anderson officiating. Paul Horton will deliver the eulogy. The service may be viewed live beginning at 10:55 am by clicking on the below link. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1645652872168836 Burial will follow at 12:00 pm at Oak Hill Memorial Park. To share memories and condolences with the family please visit www.oakhillfh.com The care of David L. Horton and his family has been entrusted to the staff of Oak Hill Funeral & Cremation Services.