Tonya Darlene Horne

Tonya Darlene Horne, 50, of Durham passed away February 26, 2025, at Wake Medical Center. Tonya was born February 15, 1975, in Durham, NC.

Tonya is preceded in death by her father James Darnell Horne; paternal grandparents, James Curtis “Buck” Horne and Dorothy Lane Durham; maternal grandparents, James and Marlene Dorman; snd step-sister, Crystal Vollers.

She is survived by her daughters, Madison Rebekah Clayton and Olivia Sue Horne; mother, Rebecca (Becky) Dorman Vollers and step-father Jimmy Vollers; brothers, Ronald Funderburk and wife Jenipher, Donald Funderburk and girlfriend ; sisters, Deborah Funderburk Clark and husband Barry, and Shannon Horne Cummings; step-brother Jeff Vollers (Pam), step sister Robin Raper (Rabbit); several uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews.

Tonya loved her daughters with all her heart and cherished every moment spent with them. She had a passion for true crime documentaries, often getting lost in the mysteries they unraveled. A natural athlete, she enjoyed playing both softball and basketball. Tonya also valued self-care, taking time to recharge and embrace life’s little joys. She loved reconnecting with friends, reminiscing about the “good ole days,” and sharing laughter over cherished memories. Above all, she treasured the time spent with her family, creating moments that will forever be held close to their hearts.

A memorial service will be held March 15, 2025, at 1:00 pm at RTP Community Church, 1727 Ed Cook Road, Durham, NC. There will be a visitation one hour prior to the service.

Officiating will be Brother Jerry Sands, Reverend Sue Dorman and Dewayne Turnage.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Tonya’s memory can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.