Ronald “Marty” Horton, 55, passed away at his Washington residence on April 2, 2023. He was born in Indianapolis, August 1, 1967, to John P. and Nancy (Boger) Horton-Chestnut.
A graduate of Washington High School (where he was on the wrestling team), Marty went on to college to get technical training. He was a highly skilled mechanic and metal fabricator who worked for Gottman Truck and Equipment Repair in Washington. A man of many creative talents, Marty loved building and rebuilding his extensive remote-controlled car collection. He enjoyed riding and repairing motorcycles, fishing and found great joy just being the master of his canine companion, Karma.
Those who mourn Marty’s passing include his mother, Nancy Chestnut and stepfather, Ed Chestnut; father, John P. Horton, all of Washington; and his son, Jonathan Lee (Tessa) Horton of Mitchell. Marty was blessed with a granddaughter, Olivia Horton of Mitchell.
Marty was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Bernard and Mary Boger; his paternal grandparents, Herman and Betty Horton; and two cousins, Brandon Keith Boger and Dakota Boger.
Visitation for Ronald Horton will be 1:00-3:00 pm, Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the Veale Creek Church, 1400 East 150 South (Highway 257).
Funeral services for Ronald Horton will be immediately following the visitation and will begin at 3:00 pm, also at the Veale Creek Church. Pastor Jim Williams will officiate.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com
The staff of the Ed L. Lee Mortuary is honored to have been entrusted with Marty Horton’s arrangements.
