Marilyn - The older Reuben was the father. A few children before Daniel made it look a little as though Reuben, Sr might be too old. But Daniel is the only Horton to show up in Hardin Co Records. Reuben Sr, b 1747 married but I have never seen her name. From Stafford Co they went on to Fairfax C VA for awhile and then a move to Wheats Creek on Green River in Rutherford Co NC. By 1810 they were in Warren Co KY and obviousky Daniel took a side trip into Hardin. After that you probably know more than anyone what happened to this couple. If you will share that info I will be grateful. Dan