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https://livestream.com/accounts/7325565/andrehorton Born June 4, 1966, and affectionally known as “Dre”, Andre Bernard Horton is the eldest child of David and Fay Horton. Andre returned to the Lord October 1, 2022. Reared in Austin, Texas, Andre attended elementary and secondary schools within the Austin Independent School District (AISD), graduating from Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ) High School in 1985. Andre’ then attended Cisco Jr. College in Cisco, TX, where he was a walk-on athlete to the football team. He was later awarded a full scholarship and earned an Associate in Arts Degree. Andre’ continued his education at Southwest Texas (San Marcos) where, he played football on a full scholarship. Andre was a scholar first and an athlete second. He graduated from SWT with a Bachelor of Science in Technology in 1991. Andre’ was a Certified Quality Engineer, Quality Improvement Associate, and Quality Auditor, along with holding Six Sigma Black Belt and BPI Mentor status. His education afforded him the opportunity to work for several Fortune 500 companies during his professional career. His impressive resume includes the following companies: Westinghouse, Applied Materials, Aviat Networks, Flextronics, Tokyo Electronics, and Dell Technologies. His career afforded him the opportunity to combine his love of travel with passion for adventure. He lived in Japan for a year and was able to travel extensively throughout the country during his time there. Through the help of a special person, Andre reconnected with his old high school friend, Lisa Michelle Patridge. Andre once remarked that he knew immediately when he reunited with Lisa, that this would be the woman he would marry. The two became one in holy matrimony on April 6, 2007, at Mount Zion Baptist Church (Austin). Together they have been blessed to expand their family with twins, Adam Andre’ and April Grace, and thus forming the three pieces of his heart. Andre’ was a man of God. Andre’ was baptized at Friendship Baptist Church (Austin, Texas), under the leadership of Rev. Willie L. Bartee. During his adolescent and young adult years he was a member of First Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. Vernon Manor. After relocating to Austin from Nashville, he joined David Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Joseph C. Parker Jr., where he remained a member until his death. Andre served the church faithfully as an Usher, attended bible study, and worked in the Men’s Ministry. Andre’ will be remembered for his love of Family, Star Trek, NASCAR, History, and his giving heart. He leaves to cherish his memories, his beloved wife of 15 years, Lisa Michelle and children, Adam Andre’ and April Grace; his parents, David Sr. and Fay; and siblings, Arcillia Smith (Aaron); Pastor Daryl Horton (Shalonda); and Dr. David Horton Jr. (Jodi) and niece Emma; his beloved Patridge, Blanks and Horton family; and a host of other loved ones and friends. While we are saddened, we know God is always in control and has the power to mend our broken hearts. In memory of Andre’ B. Horton, family request donations be made in his name to: The David Chapel Building Fund: 2211 E. MLK Jr. Blvd Austin, TX 78702

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Andre Bernard Horton

June 4, 1966 - October 1, 2022