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Dan Horn, 56, Lees Summit, Missouri passed away April 13, 2017. A visitation will be held 2:00 – 4:15 PM, Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at Woods Chapel Church, 4725 NE Lakewood Way, Lees Summit, Missouri 64064. A memorial service will follow at 4:30 PM. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the Woods Chapel Missions Fund.
Dan was born January 29, 1961 in St. Louis, Missouri. He graduated from Lafayette High School and University of Missouri. Dan was president of Phi Delta Theta at Mizzou. He moved to Kansas City to work with his brother at Don Julian Builders and remained there for 34 years. Dan and his family are members of Woods Chapel United Methodist Church where he was a Stephens Minister. He was active in Men’s Ministry, the Prayer Team, the Hospitality Team and the Men’s Softball Team.
He was a devoted husband, father and brother. He will be remembered for his love of BBQ & bourbon, St. Louis Cardinals & Blues, tennis and everything outdoors. While on his many fishing trips, he served as a host and a generous cook. His great sense of humor, quick smile and kindness will be missed by all that knew him.
Preceded in death by his father, William Edward Horn. Survivors include; wife of 29 years, Joni Horn; daughter, Lainey Huntington Horn; son, Eric William Horn; sister and brother-in-law, Jill & Sam Hamacher, St. Louis, Missouri; brother & sister-in-law, Jeff & Laurie Horn, Overland Park, Kansas; sister & brother-in-law, Becky & Rick Dobbs, Overland Park, Kansas and many nieces and nephews.
Jill, and all the Horn family- please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Dan. A father, husband, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult, emotional time. I have no doubt that he was loved by all who were lucky enough to know him.
Joni, Lainey, and Eric, we are so very sorry for the indescribable void that was left by the passing of your loving and devoted husband and father, Dan. And to Jill & Sam, Jeff and Laurie, and Becky and Rick, a beloved Brother and Brother in law. As hard as this is please know how much of a positive and compassionate influence he was in the lives of our family and the tremendous friend he was to Robby. May the peace of God which passes all understanding be with all of those whom he touched.
Jill, Jeff, Becky it is so so sad to hear of the loss of sweet Dan . So many childhood memories flash across my mind with love and laughter — all positive and cherished. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love and hugs, xoxo
Joni, Lainey, Eric-
We’ve always commented that there just aren’t nicer people in the world than Dan & Joni Horn! We are so very sorry for your incredible loss. Heaven truly gained a special Angel and what comes to mind is the words from Matthew 25:21-‘Well done my good and faithful servant.” Our love and deepest sympathy to all of you
Joni, Lainey, Eric
Our thought and prayers are with you all. We can’t even imagine your heartache. Know that you have many, many friends who love you and are praying for your comfort.
Joni, Lainey, and Eric,
I was so saddened to read of Dan’ s passing. He was such a kind, gentle man. I have always remembered your family as loving and caring and know you will lean on each other for strength during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jennifer Wood Borszich
His smile. His kindness. His gentle spirit. His love of nature. His heart for family. His love for the Lord. Dan will be sorely missed and remembered with fondness by many. Xoxo
Joni,
You and your family are in my prayers. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Good memories from his time at Sugar Tree. Phil and Barb Nichols
Our continued thoughts and prayers are with you. Love to you all.
Absolutely devastated. Dan was a kind and generous soul who will be missed by all. Prayers and comfort to you all.
Such a positive lasting impression left on so, so many people. Such a gentle spirit in a rugged man. He will be remembered by many. Prayers daily for your family.
Wendy and I have been in shock since we heard about Dan. He was one of the good guys and always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed.
Joni, Lainey, Eric you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
My heart breaks for you, Joni, Lainey and Eric. I will hold you in my thoughts and prayer as you go through this journey of grief and loss. I pray you feel God’s strength and love.
Joni and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. With all Mike has been going through, this hit very close to home. WCC and friends will miss him tremendously. You are in my heart and prayers.
So sad to here of your tremendous loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your sweet family.
Such a generous kind man with a wonderful family! His smile was so radiant and we always enjoyed his company at MIZ. We will always remember Dan as a outstanding guy! Prayers for the Horn family ??
Such a generous kind man with a wonderful family! His smile was so radiant and we always enjoyed his company at MIZ. We will always remember Dan as a outstanding guy! Prayers for the Horn family ??
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Dan was a such an awesome person, genuine, a family man, and very kind hearted. We are sending thoughts and prayers to your family.
Take care.
We are so sorry for your loss. We are lifting you up in prayer. May God bless your family, and give them strength and peace.
Joni, Eric and Lainey,
We are heartbroken to hear of Dan’s passing. He was a kind, loving and compassionate man whose passion and faith was contagious. We love you all and are praying for you.
Joni,
I can’t seem to come up with words to express my shock and sadness for Dan’s passing. We all use words like sorry, saddened, heartbroken and they just don’t quite go deep enough at a time like this, so I hope and pray that you will feel all the extreme love that is being sent your way by all who knew Dan and that this will bring you some modicum of comfort during this time and in the days ahead.
Joni, Lainey, Eric and family, words can’t express the sorrow that we are all feeling. We have such fond memories of good times with Dan and family. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers continue your way.
Love you all very much!
Cherie, Don, Donnie, Coralie and Saralyn
Joni and family, I was so sad to hear of Dan’s passing. I will always remember his smile. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ?
We are praying for you asking God to take gentle care of you through this sad journey~
We are saddened and shocked to hear of Dan’s passing. He was truly one of the great ones; a great family man, a great friend, a great servant of God. Our prayers are with you Joni, Lainey and Eric. He will be missed.
Joni and Family: We are so sorry to learn of Dan’s passing. What a fine fellow and family man. our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jerry and Linda Koenig
Joni and Family
My love goes out to you and your family.
May the love of God surround you all in this
time of need and help you heal with each
step you take in this journey.
Nadine
Joni, Lainey, & Eric, Words cannot express our sorrow. Dan was one of the best men I have had the pleasure of knowing. He will be missed by many. Praying for you all.
Joni, Lainey & Eric, We are so saddened by the loss of Dan. Truly one of the good guys! We will say continued prayers for you all.
We would like to extend our sincere condolences for the loss of Dan. We are praying for your family during this time.
What a wonderful , decent and kind man to work with , the AMR employees send prayers to his family and work friends at Don Julian.
DAN HORN
A special, gentle man……….one of the very, very ‘bestest’ of good guys!
When the WCC Hospitality Teams were formed in 2002 – the volunteers were randomly assigned to a Sunday Team – Dan and I ended up, last to volunteer – in the Sanctuary!!!!
Our first Sunday serving was September 2, 2002 and we served together until February, 2006 – Dan deserted me – turned in his Green Shirt for Green Bananas!
During those years – we developed a strong friendship – a bond that survived through the years and ended all too soon April, 2017!
During our ‘early’ years in the Hospitality role in the Sanctuary – we would find a few minutes to chat, getting to know one another – and, we were always amazed at Hospitality leader’s timing…………..she knew the exact second we were talking to one another, she would ‘whisk’ through and remind us we were supposed to be visiting with members – not with one another. Then, Dan’s sweet smile……………and, we would giggle until the next time we found to chat!
When Dan left Hospitality, he gave me a book ‘GRACE for the Journey’ by Max Lucado
After the pastor’s note yesterday AM – I went back and read several passages I had marked through the years – one in particular is SO Dan!
You should be a light for other people,
Live so that they will see the good things you do
And will praise your Father in Heaven.
Matthew 5:16
You want to make a difference in your world?
Live a holy life:
Be faithful to your spouse.
Be the one at the office who refuses to cheat.
Be the neighbor who acts neighborly.
Be the employee who does the work and doesn’t complain.
Pay your bills.
Do your part and enjoy life.
Don’t speak one message and live another.
People are watching the way we act more than they are listening to what we say.
A Gentle Thunder
Thank you, Dan Horn, for blessing my life with your grace, your love and your presence!
I am a better person because you passed my way.
Jonnie Wells
Knowing Dan for near 30 years he never met a stranger, offered his hand when needed and was an illustration of a pleasant heart. He could talk the Blues & Classic Rock and would be more than happy to sit in a lawn chair near a well built fire. He loved to be in the outdoors, the waters of a smooth stream were a reflection of him and his calling. While we didn’t spend as much time as we should have over the past few years, he was and is a good friend as he was to many. We had hoped to burn a few fires this spring/summer and he was saving some old furniture (lol) and laugh about things we could remember as so much time had past, and while we are sad at his loss I know the gifts he had are and will be used for a high calling.
II Cor 5:6-8
Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord:
(For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.
To Joni, Lainey & Eric and the entire Horn Family we prey a peace that passes all understanding and the Grace of God upon you.
Our sincere condolences for your loss. Dan was always a pleasure to work with and will be missed. Praying for your family during this time.
Dan,
I only spoke with you a few times but you impressed me.. So professional, kind and compassionate. I knew immediately how much you loved your family , I felt your compassion for Don Julian and was so happy to be a part of such a wonderful company.
Prayers are with your soul and family.
Joni,
I wanted to express my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Take one day at a time and celebrate the joy of your lives. I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Blessings and prayers,
Tracy Fletcher Noe
Dear Horn Family,
On behalf of the entire Kappa Kappa Gamma Columbia Alumni Association, please accept our sincere sympathies for your loss. The Kappa sisterhood sends you love and peace during this difficult time.
Most sincerely,
Angie Bass, President
Kappa Kappa Gamma Columbia Alumni Association
Joni,
I’m so very sorry for you and your family’s loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Mammen and family
Words cannot convey our sadness learning of Dan’s passing just yesterday. All of the Morrissey family and everyone at the Arch companies have the Horn family in their thoughts and prayers.
Some of my best childhood memories are the 4th of July Schlueter/Horn get togethers. I have one vivid memory of Dan and I poking at a hornet’s nest in our backyard — always being boys and always up to no good. Later when I was in middle school another great memory was watching Jeff and Dan help build the wonderful home our family would live in for a good 10 years. Such cherished memories. My sister told me about Dan’s passing after my mom and her had returned from the visitation. I wish I could have been there. This is just unbelievably sad and I am so sorry.
Joni and Family-
I’m terribly saddened to hear of Dan’s passing. Nothing in life can prepare you for such a sudden loss. So young and so full of love yet to give. Heaven has gained an angel worth wearing gossamer wings for sure. My love to you all. May you feel the comfort of God’s loving arms around you.
I just found out today of Dan,s passing. I am totally in shock. Dan was such a gental, wonderful person. I can remember like yesterday the first time I met Dan, (I believe 1983) and although he was younger than me, I had instant respect for him. I will always remember Dan. Thanks, Jim Bentley.