Rheva Gilford Hornbeck, 72, Passes Away in Florida

The longtime Seminole resident and Kentucky native died of natural causes at a hospice facility.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

Rheva Gilford Hornbeck, a 72-year-old resident of Seminole, Florida who was formerly from Hopkinsville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026 at Sun Coast Hospice in Pinellas Park, Florida due to natural causes. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Lamb Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Green Hill Memorial Gardens.

Why it matters

Rheva Gilford Hornbeck's passing marks the end of a life well-lived, as she spent over five decades married to her husband Randy and was a devoted member of her local church community. Her death will be felt by her family and friends in both Florida and Kentucky.

The details

Rheva Gilford Hornbeck worked as a coating clerk and was a member of Parks Street Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Patricia Eisengart and Linda Kay Grindstaff. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Randy Hornbeck, her two children, and several siblings.

  • Rheva Gilford Hornbeck passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026.
  • Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Rheva Gilford Hornbeck

A 72-year-old resident of Seminole, Florida who was formerly from Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

Randy Hornbeck

Rheva's husband of 53 years.

Johnny Gilford

Rheva's brother.

Billy Ray Gilford

Rheva's brother.

Robert Wayne Gilford

Rheva's brother.

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The takeaway

Rheva Gilford Hornbeck's passing is a reminder of the importance of cherishing our loved ones and the lasting impact we can have on our local communities through our faith and relationships.