Louis “Graham” Horn
Col. U.S. Air Force (Ret.)
Virginia Beach – Louis Graham Horn, 70, passed peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2015. He was born on October 22, 1944 in Wichita, KS to the late Louis & Bonnie (Graham) Horn. In addition to his parents, Graham was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Ronald Lee Barnes.
Graham graduated from Texas A&M University and also has graduate degrees from Wichita State University and William & Mary. After retiring from the US Air Force, he worked as Assistant Director of Continuing Education for the University of Virginia in Virginia Beach and later as a defense contractor for several companies. Among his military awards are 2 Legion of Merits, Airman’s Medal with Valor, Bronze Star, and an Award from the Republic of China (Taiwan), Ministry of Communication.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 44 years, Margaret “Maggie” (La Viola) Horn; daughter, Alice Horn; sister, Toni Barnes; nephew, Robert Barnes, his wife Rebecca, and their son Jackson; and many friends who will remember him fondly.
The family will receive friends on Friday from 6-8 pm at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Rd., Virginia Beach, 23462. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday at 10:00 am in St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 5345 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, 23462, followed by a graveside service with military honors at Olive Branch Cemetery, 2 Cpl J M Williams Ave., Portsmouth, 23701. Memorial donations in Graham’s honor may be made to: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network – www.pancan.org, Fisher House to help military families – www.fisherhouse.org, or St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.altmeyerfh.com
Past Services
Visitation
Friday July 24, 2015
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Southside Chapel
5033 Rouse Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 422-4000 | Directions
5033 Rouse Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 422-4000 | Directions
Cemetery
Saturday July 25, 2015
Additional Information:
Military Honors
Service
Saturday July 25, 2015
10:00 am
St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
5345 Virginia Beach Blvd,
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-497-8330 | Directions
5345 Virginia Beach Blvd,
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-497-8330 | Directions
Additional Information:
Mass of Christian Burial
Memorial
Additional Information:
Memorial donations in Graham’s honor may be made to:
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network – www.pancan.org
Fisher House to help military families – www.fisherhouse.org
St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
We were classmates at SFA in Bryan, Texas. We had talked at one of our class reunions. Really enjoyed the time I spent with him then and was hoping to see him again and talk some more. May God bless you and your family.
I mistakenly posted Graham’s name incorrectly…..and I truly apologize!
Alice as I read the tribute information to your Dad I was struck at the great accomplishments in his service to our country. I know he was a dedicated father as well. I am so sorry for your loss and am disappointed I won’t be able to be there to pay my respects in person. My prayers go out to you and your mom at this time.
Alice as I read the tribute information to your Dad I was struck at the great accomplishments in his service to our country. I know he was a dedicated father as well. I am so sorry for your loss and am disappointed I won’t be able to be there to pay my respects in person. My prayers go out to you and your mom at this time.
Dearest Maggie and Alice and family,
You do know my heart goes out to you all. Pancreatic cancer is a devastating disease, and you know I am so well aware of that. It has been my honor and joy to have met all of you, even under such dreadful circumstances.
Maggie, the road will be hard. Please always know I am hear for you. Whatever you need, whenever….. day or night. An ear to listen, a shoulder to cry on, I am here for you.
Blessings to you, Maggie, and you, Alice. My heartfelt prayers are with you both as they are with your wonderful Graham.
My condolences to you and your family, Maggie. Thank you for taking the time to keep me and many of Graham’s old friends and acquaintances posted during these difficult and very trying times for you. As mentioned earlier, Graham’s photo seemed to convey the kindness, charm, and grace that he so often reflected to others in his life. My hope is that with the passage of time your sorrow will fade into fond memories. God bless you and your family. Always……………………………………………David.
Margaret and Alice, please accept our deepest sympathies in the loss of Graham. He was a gentleman and patriot and will be missed. May all the good memories comfort you both in the future. God has given rest to Graham and may he bring you both peace.
Margaret, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Howard was in my high school SFA Class of ’62 here in Bryan, Texas and I have lots of nice memories of his friendship and loyalty to our class. May God grant you peace and grace. My best to you, Michele Poe
Margaret and family may God’s loving arms embrace and help you in this time of need. Your loved one is no longer in pain. He is with Our Lord, be strong in that knowledge.
The local Tea Party and Libertarian Parties are grateful for Colonel Horn’s dedication
to his Country and the cause of Liberty. May God bless family and close friends as you
work through your very profound loss.