William Lewis Horner, 80, of West Haven, entered eternal rest on October 5, 2025, in New Haven, CT. Born in New Haven on April 21, 1945, he was the son of the late William Raymond Horner and Esther Ann Horner.
A veteran of the United States Army, William went on to serve his community as a police officer with the New Haven Police Department, from which he later retired.
He was a longtime member of Varick Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church in New Haven, where he faithfully served as an usher and member of the Security Team. William was also an avid bowler who enjoyed spending time with friends and family.
He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Delores Horner; daughter, Michele Horner; grandson, Michael Horner; brother, Alfred N.M. Horner and his wife, Alice J. Horner; and sister, Antoinette Dunston. He was predeceased by siblings Raymond George Horner, Harriett Alice Bonner, Esther Mason, and Verlene B. Horner, as well as his stepson, Mark E. Marable.
A celebration of William’s life and legacy will be held on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight Street, New Haven, followed by burial in Evergreen Cemetery, New Haven. Family and friends may view at the funeral home from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. The service will be livestreamed via the following link: https://www.facebook.
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Sad to hear the news , LT Horner was my boss distric 2 westvillie
A very nice man that will be missed .
RIP 🙏🏼
May God bless your family during these difficult days
TO BILLY HORNER’S FAMILY, I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WILLIAM HORNER WAS A GOOD POLICEMAN, ALWAYS HAD A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR , ALWAYS TREATED EVERYONE WITH RESPECT . HE WAS A VERY NICE MAN. REST IN PEACE . GOD BLESS WILLIAM AND HIS FAMILY.
– j.d. smith
My Deepest condolences to the family
Delores & Michele & family, I extend my deepest condolences on the passing of your husband and father. I met Bill many years ago when my elderly mother was a victim of a violent home invasion on Wellington Rd in Beaver Hills and he was one of the first officers on scene. He immediately rendered first aid until the medics arrived, and he also visited her in the hospital the entire week she was there, and when she was able to return home, he often visited my mother, making sure that she was safe and always offered to lend a helping hand to her. When my mom passed away, he was also first on the scene and he stayed with my family for an extended period of time to make sure we were all set. A true angel, who wore a badge rest in peace.
Our sincere condolences are extended to Delores and the entire Horner Family. May God give you comfort and peace during your bereavement.
Joyce Patton
Lillian Reason
To Delores, so sorry for the loss of your husband William Horner. You have my deepest sympathy, and may God Bless you at a time in grieving.
Jessie Clark
MY FAMILY AND I EXTEND OUR DEEPEST AND SINCEREST CONDOLENCES TO THE HORNER FAMILY AND PRAY THAT HE WILL HE WILL NOW AND FOREVER REST IN ETERNAL PEACE 🙏❤️🙏
A NHPD CLASSMATE OF MINE, an excellent policeman, a gentleman’s gentleman who will be missed by all who knew him.
To my Dear friend Aunt “D” may you always know that you have family and friends to see you through this stage in life in the passing of your husband. Continue to trust in the Lord because HE knows the desires of your heart and will be with you and the family as time pass.
God Bless. Beverly Crowder
South Boston, Va
To Delores and family, I pray God gives you peace in this time of beverament. May God continue to bless.