Ronald Gene Horn
Ron Horn joined the love of his life, Louise, in their eternal resting place on February 4, 2022. Ron lived his life faithfully until his last breath. “To be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord”, (2 Corinthians 5:8) was Ron’s greatest desire and he lived his life as such.
Ron was born on November 26, 1936 in Sedona Arizona to Gene and Juanita Horn. He attended school at Phoenix Tech. After graduation Ron spent his days working and enjoying many adventures. Unable to have children of his own, Ron adopted Lonnie Horn on April 1, 1971. His love for Lonnie was no April Fool’s joke. Ron never let Lonnie get too far from him. Ron raised Lonnie from the age of 2 by himself. As a single dad, he worked hard and followed jobs around the United States. Ron and Lonnie never settled anywhere long until they moved to the Ruby Valley. It was in Sheridan that he met the love of his life, Louise Ashley. On August 2, 1986 Ron and Louise married on horseback on Louise’s ranch. It was through that union that Ron gained four stepchildren.
Ron loved his horses and dogs. In Ron’s younger years he enjoyed steer roping. When he moved to Rosebud Montana he started a steer roping event at the fairgrounds in Forsyth. He made sure to open each roping in prayer. Ron was a man of many talents, including truck driving, logging, ranching and buying, selling and trading horses. He was proud of his draft mules, Drifter and Molly, and would hook them up to the wagon to take anyone who wanted to go on a ride. Ron shared his love for horses with his grandchildren whenever he had the opportunity to do so. Ron went on many pack trips throughout his life. These trips were some of his fondest memories. Ron was a faithful member of his church. He enjoyed singing hymnals and sharing the gospel with others. Ron had a great sense of humor and always loved to tell a joke. Ron was a friend to many and never knew a stranger. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him, but we are comforted in knowing that he is reunited with his love, Louise and in the presence of Jesus. In his last days Ron pondered what heaven would be like. He said nobody has ever come back to tell him because they are so busy enjoying it. Ron now knows for himself, and we imagine it exceeds all he could have dreamed.
Ron is survived by his son Lonnie (Kendra) Horn and grandchildren Tristen, Tucker and Titus Horn. Step children Lance (Donna) Ashley, Lynn (Carol) Ashley, Lanell (Kelly) Ashley and Leslie (David) Cottom. Grandchildren Kyle Ashley, Chris Ashley, Amy Jones, Matt Ashley, Melissa Ashley, Ryan Cottom, Shane Cottom, Cole Cottom, Amanda Adler, Shaylin O’Neil, and 12 great-grandchildren. Ron loved all of his grandchildren dearly. Ron is also survived by numerous friends who where near and dear to his heart.
A private service will be held at a later date.
The family of Ron would like to Thank all of the many visitors that came to be with Ron in his final days. It blessed and comforted him and his family. A special thanks to the staff at Rosebud Healthcare for your kindness and compassion.
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Lynelle Tompkins says
I met Ron on his visits to the N.A.P.A. store in Forsyth. Always a gentleman, never in a hurry and full of good stories. The best of the west type cowboy.
JB says
I met Ron at the clinic. He was always kind and had such a sweet spirit. Our talks about Jesus and your encouraging words will be missed. I feel blessed that our paths have crossed. Thoughts and prayers to the family. ❤
Teryl Tatro says
We were so blessed to get to know Ron through the Rosebud Community Chapel. We loved when he would sing..you could hear his love for Jesus through his voice. Heaven truly gained an angel! We extend our deepest sympathies to his family. Wade Cole and Teryl Tatro
Catherine Byron says
What a remarkable man he was. When Ron sang about The Master there was absolutely no doubt that the two of them truly walked together in many a garden. His character was a role model for every soul that crossed his path. We say a tearful farewell to a dear friend but rejoice in knowing he now sings in heaven’s choir. My condolences to his family. TreSure the memories. That’s where the healing lies.
Roban Bunting says
May God Bless your family with comfort in the loss of Ron. He really lived the western life! We were only around him a couple times when Newell was still on the creek.We enjoy seeing his Mules out in the ranch pasture.The black mule out there is stunning! R.l.P Ron,you will be missed. The Philbrick Bunting family
Carolyn Schenk says
Going to miss seeing Ron in church. Going to miss his solos, his testimonials for his love of our Jesus Christ. You rest now, Ron , ok ?? Will keep your family in my prayers as they say goodbye . You’ll truly be missed by many !!
Diana says
Going to miss Rons testimonies his love for the Lord, going to miss his singing, many times i would cry because i knew he felt every word and i would also feel the love. Ron was a pillar, he knew the answer. Ron you have no more pain and no more crying, sending my condolences to Rons family,
Margaret White says
I remember Ron as a Nurse in LameDeer MT. He was a patient and a friend. I had the great pleasure of getting to know him. He was a great believer. I had the pleasure of listening to his great stories. God Bless you all. I know Ron is in heaven soaring with his beloved. This is a sweet man who taught me so much about life. I am so fortunate to have known him. God Bless you Ron. You were a wonderful man.
Luke Altenhofen says
Mr. Horn was a kind, good hearted man and I’m glad to have known him. May he rest in peace.
Jason, Nyoka, Libby, Paige Twitchell says
Our sympathy to Ron’s family, cherish his memories. God bless Ron.
Shelia Schumacher says
I met Ron at the catholic church and he would play his guitar and sing we enjoyed it very much
Larry Kelly says
I learned only today, August 9, 2023, of “Ronnie’s” passing. He and I were best of friends from our high school years at First Assembly of God, Phoenix, Arizona. We served together in the Arizona Air National Guard and remained close even though he eventually settled in Montana with his beloved wife, Louise. Our friendship never wavered or ended. I will remember him forever and am so thankful that God blessed me with his friendship.