With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Norma Fay Horton of Wendell, NC.
A life remembered begins, simply, with the telling.
Norma held deeply to the Baptist faith — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew her best.
A life of belief is a life of quiet conversation with something larger.
Norma Fay Gill Horton
Julv 12, 1932-May 2. 2026
Norma Fay Gill Horton, 93, passed away on Saturday May 2, 2026, at her home. Her devoted husband Glenn, of 68 years, her children and their spouses were by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents N R Gill. Sr and Grace, her sister Vic Wootton and her brother N R Gill, Jr.
Fay graduated from Hardbarger Business College in 1955. Fay began her career at Dunn and Bradstreet where she met her husband, Glenn. She was also emploved at Wake Med, Exide Electronics, Gill Buick and Design Services.
Fay was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt. She was a wonderful cook who enjoyed cooking for her extended family on special occasions. Her cornbread caused nieces and nephews to scrap for the final piece. Fay and her husband were also lifelong campers and especially enjoyed camping at Kerr Lake and North Myrtle Beach. She loved working with flowers and took great pride in cultivating her beautiful yard. She loved her children unconditionally and was always available. She loved visits from her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. They always brightened her day,
Fay is survived by her devoted husband of 68 years, Graham Glenn Horton, Jr, son Gray Horton (Marlys), daughter Candy McShea (Billy) five grandchildren, Cameron Zurn (Graig), Tyler Horton (Lily), Brittni Tudor (Kyle), Breanna Dilday (Zach) and Blake McShea (Leah) and six great grandchildren Charlotte Zurn, Emme James Zurn, Baker Horton, Isa Tudor, Whitley Tudor, and Wesson Tudor.
The family would like to thank Duke Home Health and Hospice for their care and compassion during the last few months. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Zebulon Baptist Church Sanctuary Flower Fund.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Zebulon Baptist Church.
The family will receive friends prior to the service from 10:00 AM until 10:45 AM. There will be a private burial after the service.
Arrangements are with Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, 211 W. Third St., Wendell. www.stricklandfuneral.com
