John William Horne age 63 of Castle Hayne, NC passed away peacefully with loved ones surrounding him on November 5, 2016.


He was born on February 19, 1953 in Sumter county, South Carolina. He was the son of the late Otis Horne and Helen Ford Horne and leaves behind three sisters, Susan Moreland (Kevin), Melinda Schamerhorn, and Sandy Wulff.


In addition, John is survived by his loving wife Carol Horne; daughters Tonya Gordon and husband Abe of Wilmington, Dawn Mathis and Shelley Brawley of Rocky Point, and son Johnny Horne of Castle Hayne. He leaves behind seven grandchildren who loved him dearly, Kelton, Kodie, Dusty, Kendin, Christian, Nicolas, and Savanna.


John recently retired in January of 2015 from General Electric. John was also a proud Army Veteran. He enjoyed a wide array of hobbies from photography, playing the guitar, and to being a DJ. In addition to his many passions he had an unwavering love for his two dachshunds Marcy and Achylles who loved him just as much.


A visitation for friends and family will be held Friday November 11, 2016 from 6-8pm at Harrell's Funeral home in Burgaw, NC.


The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date.

"What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never loose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us."
- Helen Keller

Memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society.

You are invited to sign the guest book above to share memories and condolences with the family.