On a somber day , Friday, April 27, 2023 , a day filled with tears and memories, Nelson Horn's son Ethan stood before a crowd of loved ones to read "The Dash Poem" by Linda Ellis at his father's eulogy. The words of the poem were a bittersweet reminder of the preciousness of life, and Ethan's heart was heavy as he solemnly began to speak.

As he recited the lines, Ethan couldn't help but think of his father's own "dash" - the small, thin line on his tombstone that represented the years of his life. But for Ethan, his father's life was so much more than just a dash. It was a legacy of love, hard work, and family.

As a child, Ethan remembered his father as a strict and loving presence in his life and that of his sister, Meredith. Nelson taught him how to throw a football, baseball, and encourage him both academically and sports. He always made time to be with and encourage him. But as Ethan grew older, he began to see the sacrifices his father made to provide for their family.
Nelson worked long hours many of which required him to be away from home. But even then, he would still take the time to spend much time with Ethan and help him develop into manhood. It was this unwavering love and dedication that Ethan would always remember about his dad's dash.
As an adult, Ethan had come to understand the true value of his father's life. Nelson may have had his faults and imperfections, as most of us do, but he had always been there for his family. He had taught Ethan the importance of hard work, honesty, and treating others with respect.

Ethan finished the poem with tears in his eyes, and as he looked out at the crowd, he knew that his father's life had touched so many others. Nelson Horn may have had a small dash, but it had been filled with love, laughter, and countless memories.

As Ethan stepped away from the podium, he felt a sense of hope-fullness wash over him. He knew that his father's legacy would live on through him and his own daughters, and that his dad’s dash would continue to inspire him and others for years to come.

#NelsonHorn #eulogy #TheDash #funeral #EthanHorn #NelsonEHorn #KirkDearman #father #husband #grandfather