Dennis Horak

Dennis Ray Horak (64) was born February 26, 1951 in Waxahachie, Texas the son of Jerry and Geraldine (Belha) Horak. He passed away at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, Texas after a short but hard fought battle with lung cancer on November 27, 2015. Dennis was a graduate of Waxahachie High School, class of 1969 and a graduate of Southwestern University, Georgetown, Texas. He was the owner of Boyce Feed Grain and Boyce Cotton Gin, was passionate about agriculture and had a strong work ethic. He rarely missed a day of work til the very end. He always said you have to put two feet on the ground and get going. Dennis was always in charge, and there was never a doubt about where you stood with him. He was a strong supporter of the Ellis County Youth Expo, having served as co-chair during the days when it was known as the Ellis Royal Stock Show. He enjoyed attending the sale each year and looked forward to purchasing animals from the young people of the county. He was an Eagle Scout and was quite proud of that accomplishment. Dennis was a Christian, and a member of The First United Methodist Church in Waxahachie where he had served on various committees through the years. He was also a member of the Texas Grain and Feed Association and had served several terms on the board of directors.
Dennis is survived by his wife of twenty years, Beverly (Smith) Horak. He is also survived by daughters, Maudie Cox, and her husband Paris, Allison Manly and her husband Chad and Bekah Roebuck. He also leaves to cherish his memory, four precious grandchildren, Sterling Tomlin, Spencer Cox, Kate Manly and Cash Manly. He will also be missed by his little Min-Pin family. Other survivors include his brother David, and wife Debbie Horak; sister Kathy and husband Ricky Wright and sister-in-law Marsha Horak. Also his in laws, Jerry and Mary Helen Smith, as well as sister-in-law Christy Morris and her husband, Kirk and brother-in-law Blaine Smith and his wife Karen, along with many nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by many wonderful loving friends, as well.
Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Jerry W Horak.
Dennis had a favorite quote from Babe Ruth and lived by it to the endIts hard to beat a person who never gives up.
A memorial service to celebrate his life is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 4, 2015 at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Ron Bellomy officiating. A private graveside service will be held. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 3, 2015 at the First United Methodist Church, 519 West Marvin Avenue, Waxahachie, Texas. Those honored to serve as pallbearers include, Michael Hayes, Jack Curlin, Sam Griffin, Todd McGraw, Buddy Banks, John Thornhill, Edwin Spaniel, Ricky Johnston and Griggs DeHay. Those serving as honorary pallbearers include the Employees of Boyce Feed Grain and Boyce Cotton Gin, Lyle Halback, David Watkins, Bobby Young and Mike McGee.
Memorials in his honor may be made to the Dennis Horak Memorial Fund at First United Methodist Church, 505 W Marvin Ave, Waxahachie, Tx 75165 or the Dennis Horak Memorial Scholarship Fund, in care of Tommy Hamilton, Citizens National Bank of Texas, P O Box 717, Waxahachie, TX 75168.
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