Horton W. McCabe, 75, of Orange, passed away on September 11, 2015, at his home in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., Monday, September 14, 2015, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, September 15, 2015, at Old First Orange Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Meyer, Reverend Bailey Harris, and Reverend Bobby Spross. Burial will follow at Bland Cemetery in Orange.
Born in Orange, Texas, on February 23, 1940, he was the son of J. C. McCabe and Winnie M. Wilkinson McCabe. Horton McCabe was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He loved his family and took great care of them. He was a member of Old First Orange Baptist Church, where he attended for 75 years. He was a deacon, served on numerous committees, taught a Sunday school class of two and three year olds. He loved his church family and was Papa to the children. He was always fixing and repairing what needed to be fixed. He was a true servant of God and loved helping others. He started building churches in 1976 on summer vacation, and retired from his bricklaying job in 2002 and joined Volunteer Christian Builders. He traveled the United States working on churches. He was a bricklayer by trade, but could build and fix almost anything. He also loved to garden. He started working with his dad as a teenager laying brick, which he did for 50 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, J. C. and Winnie McCabe. Horton is survived by his wife of 54 years, Robbie; son, Craig McCabe; grandson, Cade McCabe; sister, Yvonne Trahan and husband Wayne; brother, Larry McCabe and wife Melba; nephews, Scott and Chris Freeland, Clint Sills, Jamie McCabe and wife Wendi; and numerous other family and extended family.
Serving as pallbearers will be Scott Freeland, Chris Freeland, Clint Sills, Jamie McCabe, Rodney Dunn, and David Jones. Honorary pallbearers are Deacons of Old First Orange Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Old First Orange Baptist Church at 7925 IH 10, Orange, TX 77630.
A special thanks to Gentiva Hospice, especially nurses Lori, Brandi, Reagen, Sharon, James, and Stacey. Also, a big thank you to all our wonderful friends.
Condolences
Dana Perry
March 11, 2017
Uncle Horton, as I always called him, was the kindest, gentlest, Christian man I have ever met. His love for God always reminded me of my father, Bill Perry, Sr. He helped me in times of need and I will forever be grateful to him and his brother Larry. He never met a stranger, but treated everyone with kindness and genuine Christian love. In Christian Love, Dana Perry Freeland
Sherry Ashy
September 20, 2015
Dear Robbie and Craig, I am so sorry to hear of Horton's passing. He was a special person in my life, one I am so grateful to have known. There was never a time he didn't approach me with a hug and encouraging word. Thinking and praying for you, Craig, and your grand baby.
With love,
Sherry Ashy
Sylvia Welch Mcelhany
September 16, 2015
I have fond memories of growing up at Old First Orange with Horton and family. Please know my thoughts & prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Lynn & Jeff Gamble
September 15, 2015
Horton McCabe was a wonderful man:) I know he will be waiting in heaven for us with a big smile and a huge hug! Robbie and Craig please let us know if there is anything you need. We are so sorry for your loss. Love, Lynn & Jeff Gamble
Lisa Girot
September 15, 2015
Larry McCabe and family, I only heard today, my condolences, and prayers. Lisa Girot
Anonymous
September 14, 2015
Secret Garden Basket was purchased for the family of Horton Wade McCabe.
Sandra Womack
September 14, 2015
Dear Larry, Melba and family~ So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Much love. Sandra Womck and Dave Williams
Cynthia Gunner
September 14, 2015
Horton Wade McCabe is resting in the arms of the Lord! To Craig McCabe and family my prayers are with you. Cynthia Gunner, Port Arthur Alternative Center.
James& Orelia Robbins
September 14, 2015
Feel privilege that Horton touched our lives...James always talked and respected him..You'll will be in our prayers in the days ahead.. James and Orelia Robbins
Janice Enloe
September 14, 2015
It is a privilege and a blessing to have known Horton. His life is a shining example of the fruits of the Spirit. He will be missed. I love you Robbie.
Robert Earl Hogg And Family
September 14, 2015
Robert Earl Hogg and Family purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Horton Wade McCabe.
Gwen Lejunie
September 14, 2015
Gwen LeJunie lit a candle in memory of Horton Wade McCabe
Anonymous
September 14, 2015
Health Nut Basket was purchased for the family of Horton Wade McCabe.
Rosetta Morgan
September 13, 2015
Rosetta Morgan lit a candle in memory of Horton Wade McCabe