Horatio H. Brunson was born September 1, 1852 to John A and Betsey Ann Burnson in Valparaso, IN.

He married Sophia C. Molser in Rushville, NE in May of 1893.

He was a retired mason and builder. He passed away at his home in Lakeside, NE where he had lived for 10 years. He had been ill for some time prior to his death. He was survived by his wife and several children.

Funeral Services were held in Lakeside. Burial was in the Lakeside Cemetery.