She was a long time resident of Monticello, retired from Burlington Industries and was a devoted member of First Baptist Church. Marion also enjoyed working as a volunteer for the Women's Auxiliary of Drew Memorial Hospital in Monticello. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Marion Horton; a twin sister, Martha Sivils Herrington; two sisters, Ines Locke Riley and Lonnie Jim Grubb; three brothers, Mabry Locke, Theron Locke and John Locke.
She is survived by two nieces, Pam Herrington of Hot Springs and Ann Morse and husband Wally of Greenville, MS; two nephews, John Sivils and wife Alice of Leesville, AL and Bill Grubb and wife Virginia of Lexa, AR; and many special friends.
Special thanks to West Shores Assisted Living in Hot Springs, Dierksen's Hospice and many special caregivers.
Condolences(4)
Wayne & Jo-Nell Wyatt
Panola, TX Thursday, November 22, 2012 Another Angel has gained her wings in Heaven...she already had wings here on Earth. She was one of a kind and will be greatly missed. We love and miss you Aunt Marion.Charles & Sharon Horton
Panola, TX Thursday, November 22, 2012 Aunt Marion was there for me in my hardest times as a youngster and continued to be there through the years. She will always have a very special place in my heart and be greatly missed. My love to all...wish I could attend but will be there in spirit.Shannon and Linda Sivils
Ruston, LA Thursday, November 22, 2012 Our thoughts and prayers are with all our family. Wish we could be there with you. Aunt Toe was a very special lady.Ricky & Melinda Grubb
Glen Allan, MS Wednesday, November 21, 2012 We love you very much