James M. Horst, 73, of Schaefferstown, passed away at home on Saturday, August 15, 2020. Jim was the husband of Sharon Horst, with whom he would have been married to for 48 years on August 20, 2020.

He was the son of the late George W. and Margaret Ruth Horst. He was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church Schaefferstown, Masonic Lodge 307 and the Tall Cedars. Jim was an avid joke teller who enjoyed bringing a smile to the faces of friends and strangers alike.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son; James J. Horst, daughter; Dr. Julie A. Horst, sister; Lorraine Krall, brother; Thomas Horst and several nieces and nephews. James is preceded in death by a brother; George Horst, and sisters; Margaret Ann Kurchak, Carol Hitz and Grace Schaeffer.

There are no services. A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. Clauserfh.com