Richard “Rick” Alexander Horner

Peacefully with family by his side at St. Marys Memorial Hospital on Saturday, February 28, 2026, Richard “Rick” Alexander Horner passed away in his 81st year after a 2-year battle with Leukemia. He will be dearly missed by his wife Estelle of 51 years. Loving father of Jason Horner (Jill), Nicole Sawruk (Dan) and Ryan Horner. Grandpa Rick to Jacob, Taylor, Paige and Ella. Survived by his sister Nancy Miles (Keith) and brother-in-law Bert Vens. Rick will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his parents Victor and Enid Horner and sister Kathy Vens.

Rick enjoyed many sports growing up, but baseball was his favourite. He was an avid birdwatcher and spent many happy hours outdoors; hiking, cutting grass and doing barn chores. Family was very important to Rick and he loved time spent together; particularly at the annual corn roast. He also enjoyed model railroading and was a member of the Thames Valley Railroad Club (T.V.C.) in Thorndale. The family would like to thank Dr. Philip and the staff at the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre, Ontario Health at Home and the V.O.N. for all of the wonderful care. Cremation has taken place and a private service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations to the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre in Rick’s memory would be greatly appreciated by the family.