Horace Threats IV was born July 2, 1936 in Lake Providence, LA – he was one of 9 children born to Fred Threats and Georgia Davis.

The family moved to Lincoln, NE where he graduated from Lincoln High School.  Shortly after graduation he enlisted in the Air Force, serving 28 years from 1955 thru 1983, retiring as a Chief Master Sergeant.  He was awarded a plethora of awards and achievements during his career, and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Grayson Colenth College in Sherman, TX.

He married Georgie Mae “Little Sister” Watson November 1, 1959.  After military life he worked for Oaken Keg 1981-1985, U.S Postal Service as a mail handler 1985-2002.  He umpired softball for many years, he was an avid photographer, enjoyed bowling, was a business owner and loved riding his Goldwing.  He became a member of Grater Friendship Baptist Church by baptism in October 2000.  He was a very active member, serving as treasurer, senior usher, a member of the choir and church bowling team.  He was also involved in the culinary and men’s ministry and was the church photographer.  Anyone who crossed his path or had the opportunity to know him knew he was willing to help in any way he could.  He was a man of character, generous, believed in God and loved his family.  He was loved and will be greatly missed by all.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Georgia, brothers Aaron and William, and sister Ethel.  Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 56 years, Georgie;  daughters Carolyn Demmerritte, Cheryl Jackson, Cassandra Threats, Chloe Threats and son Dwayne Threats.  He also leaves behind four brothers and one sister.  He has three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
