Stanley "Willie" Ferguson Horton
Passed 11/18/2021
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Obituary For Stanley "Willie" Ferguson Horton
HORTON - Stanley Ferguson "Willie", 83 passed away peacefully at home on November 18th. Born in Kingston, Ontario he was the son of the late Gordon and Ruby (Gaylord) Horton. He served 25 years in the armed forces as a marine engineer. In his younger days he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved travelling and the outdoors, especially camping. Singing and playing guitar were his favorite pastimes. He is survived by the sons, David (Cindy) of BC, Roger (Trish), Stanley, John (Natalie), all of Ontario and Rob (Sherri) of Nova Scotia and his common-law partner Nancy O'Connell and their beloved dog Gypsy. He is also survived by his sister Virginia Badour (Ron), brothers Ron (Donna), Jerry (Earla), and Tony (Colleen) all of Ontario. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Joan, sister Sandra Davison and brother Wayne.
Stan has an interesting and well-travelled life. He served 25 years on board various HMC Ships in Halifax and Esquimalt, as well as 2 years in Thunder Bay at the reserve base HMCS Griffin.
Stan has a trunk full of awards for volunteer work he has been recognized for over the years. Too many to list however, some folks may remember him from some of the local seniors' homes including Northwood and Beaverbank Villa.
We know there are many people who will remember Stan from the music festivals and we would love to hear some of those stories. These were something he looked forward to and booked those weekends as quickly as he could literally jamming in as many as he could take in.
He was a proud member of the local legions and has so many wonderful friends there that I know he considered his family. Most of his time has been spent at the one closest to home for him, Mt. Uniacke Legion branch # 165 but he has also been known to frequent the Lower Sackville legion branch # 162.
Stan was a lover of music, having a beer and touring around but more importantly, he loved to hear your story. He really cared about his friends and his family. He would look at you with those beautiful twinkly eyes so proud of his long braided hair and leather hairband and if you were lucky enough, you'd get a really tight hug and a 'hey darlin' or a 'thanks love'. To know him was definitely to love him.
Stan's wishes were not for a funeral but if you could have a cold beer and listen to some classic country music and share some stories or have a quiet toast to remember this fun-loving man, we all know he would love that.
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11/23/2021
So sorry to read of Stan's passing. A great entertainer. Condolences to all. Jim and Beatrice Fifield So sorry to read of Stan's passing. A great entertainer. Condolences to all. Jim and Beatrice Fifield
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11/23/2021
So sorry to hear of Stan's passing.condolences to all! Mac& Linda DeBay
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11/23/2021
Stan gave me a cane he made. When I see I will think of him and hear his music..
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11/23/2021
Condolences to the family. RIP Stan.
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11/22/2021
So sorry to hear of Stan's passing. We met many years ago through music and Stan often joined our jams at Festivals and we always enjoyed his awesome music and friendship. We both had a song on the CD "Gift from the Heart", a fundraiser for Ivy Meadows Residents Society to purchase a bus for the Nursing Home. Stan's Song was "I Saw A Man". Condolences and Love to family and friends of Stan Horton . You will be missed. Love Faye & Gerald Hazel
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11/22/2021
I first met Stan at the Legion # 165 In Mount Uniacke. he was a wicket singer and guitarist. He & Jim sang Stompin Toms Conner's for me, I am the Wind,almost made me cry. He was a great guy with always a story and a beer. You will be missed in the community. Play a song or 2 for the big guy. Les Towriss.
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11/22/2021
We are sorry to hear about Stans passing. We've run into him numerous times since we retired, at Sackville Branch, Mt. Uniake Branch and the Elmsdale Branch, where he and a bunch of other music lovers played for the Veterans from Camp Hill when they'd come out on the Bus for their summer visit. Rest in Peace Stan, you will be missed
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11/22/2021
Sorry to hear of Stan's passing. I first saw him at the Mount Uniacke Legion and he was obviously loved by everyone. I then saw him often at the Uniacke Pub during Chase the Ace. Great personality and he will be missed in Mount Uniacke. My condolences to the family.
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11/22/2021
I met Stan in Esquimalt and sailed with him on the Chaudier back in 74. I remember him bringing back an old green Gibson Melody Maker to 11 mess he scored in San Diego. I met him again in FMG Halifax years later but we never sailed together again. We would bump into each other frequently at flea markets on Sundays, always a story to tell. Once you met Stan there was no forgetting him. A great guy all around. Thanks for your service Stan, job well done. I will raise one up in your honour, Cheers!!! Ken Watts
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11/22/2021
Rob, John, Amber & Jacob - I didn't know your dad/grand-dad well but saw him often around Mount Uniacke. I know he will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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11/22/2021
All The Family I attended many music festivals that Stan also attended.We jammed together quite a few times and aways had great times sharing stories and drinks.Stan devoted a lot of his time to entertaining people .I hope he finds some people in heaven to jam with him.Sing and play one of them old songs Stan.
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11/22/2021
I sailed with Stan onboard HMCS Skeena in the early 70s. He was a great messmate and true gentleman. RIP Stan. Dave Wong
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11/22/2021
We will miss you "old man". So many memories. RIP dear friend. Paulette & Mabel
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11/22/2021
I sailed with Stan aboard Preserver many years ago and for a good while. Stan always had a smile on his face and yes, he could tell a great story. Sorry to hear that he is no longer with us, my condolences are extended to the family. Felix Perrin
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11/22/2021
To all of Stan's family, Stan was a true friend and we will be missed by all of us. We will miss him playing his tunes at the jam sessions or just being around the Branch. Executive & Members of Branch # 165
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11/22/2021
Never forget you uncle Stan , you made me feel special when I was little ❤️🥲🎸
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11/22/2021
Sorry to hear of Stan's passing first met while Fred was posted to HMCS Griffin in Thunder Bay and kept in touch when we returned to Nova Scotia. RIP
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11/22/2021
I am so sorry to hear of Stans passing. I sailed with Stan many years ago and we always had a great time together. My sympathies go to all his next of kin. Carry on sailor!!
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11/22/2021
The community will not be the same without Stan around. His was a life well lived. RIP Bob'n'Judy MacDonnell
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11/22/2021
Sorry to hear about Stan. Our condolences to you all. Ray & Wanda Sanford.
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11/21/2021
The ladybug stones are all around my dads house a little touch of him around
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