Bert Van Horn

Bert E. Van Horn, age 88, of Danbury, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at the Burnett Medical Continuing Care Center in Grantsburg. Bert was born on March 18, 1928 in Pekin, Illinois to parents, Mildred (Jacobs) and Henry Van Horn. He attended and graduated from Pekin Community High School in 1947. After graduation, Bert joined the National Guard for a short time. Bert was united in marriage to Patricia A. Ramsey on September 24, 1950 at the Second Reform Church in Pekin. Together, they raised three children: Ramsey, Charlot and Marty. After their union, Bert was employed as an apprentice carpenter under Patricia’s grandfather and in 1954 he joined the Carpenters Union #644. Bert always had a passion for sports. He was involved as a coach and referee for the local juvenile Bitty Basketball teams and judged the diving competitions for the High School and University. Bert also volunteered for the Make A Wish Foundation, using his carpenter skills to build club houses. In 1990, Bert and Patricia moved to the Danbury area on Robie Lake. Bert enjoyed being outdoors, woodworking and traveling. He also loved to fish, mainly for bluegills and crappies. Preceding Bert in death are his parents; loving wife of 53 years, Patricia; brother, Henry Martin Van Horn and Donald Van Horn; sister, Betty Smith; and a son-in-law, Thomas Hurley. Bert is survived by his children: Ramsey (Linda) Van Horn, Charlot Hurley and Marty (Chris) Van Horn; grandchildren: Christopher (Heather) Hurley, Angela (Matt) Houman, Lydia (Matt) Ramirez, Graham (Courtney) Van Horn; 3 great-grandsons; 1 great-grandson on the way; and many nieces, nephews, and relatives. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 1:00pm (visitation from 12:00pm – 1:00pm) at the Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster, WI. Online Condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com