Alan L. Horner

Alan Horner, 64, of Wolcott, NY sadly passed away on July 20, 2024 after a lengthy battle with heart disease and resulting complications. Alan was born to Howard and Lucille Horner on May 25, 1960 in Waterville, Vermont. Alan also lived with the Farrand family and Godmother Bertha. After attending Lamoille Union High School, where he ran track and played the trumpet, Alan went on to Job Corps, to become a Chef. Alan enjoyed recounting the story of how he prepared a meal for Superman (Christopher Reeves). After Job Corps, Alan proudly served in the United States Army.

His family will remember him as someone who was more comfortable in the woods than in any city. Alan was an avid hunter and fisherman and would lead Nature Therapy camping trips to benefit youth and their mental health. Alan valued his freedom and left Vermont in his early 20s to ride his bicycle across the country. He was the type of person who enjoyed the open road whether on a bicycle or a Harley Davidson. Alan valued his faith, his country and his family and friends above all else. Alan was an active member of his church and Pastor Jeff and Tabitha Ludwig provided valuable spiritual leadership to him for many years. The New England Patriots and the New York Yankees were his teams and he had an extensive collection of their memorabilia.

Predeceased by his parents, Howard and Lucille Horner, Big brothers -Edwin Horner and James Horner, and Big Sisters- Connie Richards, Frannie Horner, Nancy Horner and Joleen Horner as well as Nephew Shane Horner.

Alan is survived by his sister, Lori Lozier, his nieces, Linda Horner, Sarah Riendeau and Ariel Parks and nephews James Horner, Steven Riendeau, Joshua Riendeau, Michael Parks and Jacob Horner as well as a large extended family throughout Connecticut and Vermont. Alan took great pride in being an uncle and wants them to “always remember and never forget” how much he loves them. Alan is also survived by his longtime friend, Dennis Lanpher.

Alan wanted to give special thanks to his “daughter” Ashley Gregg and “son” John Maust. Ashley and her husband Andrew provided Alan with loving medical care, case management and friendship for the past 11 years, and took him fishing whenever they could. John Maust, has spent the last 20 years providing friendship, companionship and fishing stories and will proudly wear Alan’s leather jacket in his memory. Alan also had an extensive medical support community who always ensured he was getting the best care possible.

To honor Alan’s memory, he asks that you live well, be kind to others, quit smoking, love and appreciate your family and friends, thank a veteran and get to know Jesus because tomorrow is promised to no one.