Robert M. Houck

Robert Houck Obituary

Houck, Robert M.
Sodus Point: Unexpectedly on Monday July 14th, age 63, at his residence in Sodus Point. Bob is survived by his wife Christine; daughter Petty Officer 1st Class Melissa Bach; son-in-law Master Chief James Bach; sister Delores "Dee" (Paul) Batz of Ontario. Bob was predeceased by daughter Audra "Audi" in 1995, and by his parents Ralph and Doris Houck.
Family and friends are invited to call Friday evening (7/18) from 6-8 p.m. at the NORTON FUNERAL HOME, 45 West Main Street, Sodus, where his funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. Interment will be private. Contributions in memory of Bob may be directed to the Silverwaters Community Ambulance Service, or to the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation, 1660 L Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20036.
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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Jul. 18, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Houck

9 Entries

Carol & Jay Bach

August 8, 2008

Melissa we only met your father on one occasion, but it was very evident the 2 of you had a special bond. He gave us a wonderful daughter in law that is one of ours that we hold in our hearts. He's in heaven and now you have Audi and your Dad watching out for you.

Richard Sams

August 6, 2008

Dear Melissa & Jim; There will be a time for grieving and that will slowly pass. But your Father will live on in your hearts and thought's of happier times. Our prayers will always be with you.
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Ramona Brophy

August 4, 2008

Dear Melissa and Jim
We are so sorry for you loss. We know what it is like to lose a parent and though we move on we never forget. Our parents give us so much that make us who we are they stay a part of us forever. Please kow that we think of you and are here for you whenever you need us.
The Brophy Family

Meredith Bach

August 4, 2008

Dear Melissa and Jim, Our hearts ache for your loss. We know there are no words to offer to stop your heart from hurting but at times like this - know you are both loved by our family. We stand with you and beside you as you move through this time of mourning. We pray for you both. I read a poem in a book someone gave me. It made me think of you both.

Oh, set your sail to the heavenly gale,
And then, no matter what winds prevail,
No reef can wreck you, no calm delay;
No mist will hinder, no storm will stay;
Though far you wander and long you roam
Through salt sea sprays and o'er white sea foam,
No wind can blow but that will speed you Home.
by Annie Johnson Flint

Home - It's where we are all sailing. And that is where we will meet again. Home. But our time is still here on this earth and we are here to help each other. To find a way to make it through these rough seas and times of grief. We stand with you on your ship and will help you sail, while the Lord takes us onward until we go Home.
Our deepest sympathy,
The Bach Family Jason, Meredith, Hannah & Alex

The Bach Family

August 3, 2008

Melissa, our condolences on the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

James Bach

August 1, 2008

Robert Houck, He was my Father in law, he let me call him Rob, I was never corrected and it made everyone else in the family always ask "why do you call him Rob?" Because thats what he let me call him, His first "son" I always enjoyed talking with Rob, he was very witty and always had a suggestion for what to do, not meddleling, just a suggestion. He never told or scolded me in what to do, he would just give the best advice.
Rob "Bob" was very protective of his daughter, "missy" Melissa. He left me a wonderful wife, and I wil miss his candid/frank discussions. He yelled at me a couple of years ago when I said "you still dont trust me?" He got so mad, he admitted that he thought I married Melissa on the rebound and it took him a couple of years to accept me. Back in 2004 He wanted to shoot pool with me...I had a great time at "the airport" I never thought he would pass away so quickly on me. I am regretful for not spending more time with him, and for not calling him more. He will truly be missed, he will never see his grandchildren, but they will truly know him. Thanks for a wonderful daughter for my wife, and squeeze Audi for me up there Dad.

Melissa Bach (Houck)

August 1, 2008

Thank you for your thoughts. It means a lot to us.
He was a good person and great Dad. We will all miss him.

Anon

July 18, 2008

Bob was a wonderful man. I can't believe he's gone. I haven't seen him in many years for many reasons, but I will never forget him.

Steve Jackson

July 18, 2008

Bob was a neighbor and childhood friend. This was the era of riding bikes and swimming at the water department. I will never forget when the dog bit his ear. It shocked us all and scared him for life.
After I left for the Navy I lost track of Bob until a couple of years ago when we had coffee at a restaurant in Alton. Like the other kids from the old neighborhood who have passed; he will be missed.

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