George Horne

Meredith-George James Horne, 82, NH passed away peacefully at Lakes Region General Hospital on December 6, 2019, surrounded by his family. George was born on June 21, 1937 at his parent's home on Plymouth Street in Meredith. George was the son of Hollis and Elma (Hart)Horne. He graduated from Inter-Lakes High School in 1956. Afterwards, he joined the United States Navy and served as an electrician’s mate 3rd class, submarine service aboard the submarines USS Cavalla and Albacore from 1958-1960. He enjoyed reunions with fellow submariners in Portsmouth, NH. Upon completion of his Navy services, he returned home, became a master electrician and started Horne Electrical Service in 1969 with his brother Everett Horne. George took great pride in his hometown of Meredith and frequently shared his opinions in letters to the editor of the local papers as well as with fellow community members. He was a proud member of the National Rifle Association. George is survived by his sons Eric Horne of Laconia, Brian Horne and his wife Paula of Madison Heights, VA, Ryan Horne and his wife Danielle of Ashland, NH, grandson Derek Horne and his wife Nicole of Hudson, NH, Libby Hobbs and her husband Tim of Lebanon, ME, his brother Everett Horne of Meredith, nieces, great grandchildren and the love of his life, Theresa Profenno of 27 years of Meredith, NH. George will be deeply missed by all who loved him. Family and friends are invited to Hart's Turkey Farm Restaurant, 233 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, NH on December 12, 2019 at 1pm for a time of reflection, storytelling and to celebrate George's life, followed by refreshments. A graveside service will be held in the Oakland Cemetery, Meredith Center Road, Meredith, on Thursday, June 4th, at 10am. Memorial donations may be made to the USS Albacore Museum, 600 Market St. Portsmouth, NH. 03801