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John HOUGHTLING Obituary
Age 76 of Troy, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023. He was born on April 29, 1946, in Dayton, OH, to the late John and Evelyn (Smith) Houghtling. He proudly served his country in the US Army. John retired from the Dayton Fire Department as a Lieutenant after serving over 30 years. Among the many awards he received were Dayton Fire Department Firefighter of the year 1985, Firehouse Magazine Heroism and Community Service Award 1991 and the Robert B. Jacob Award of Merit from The Hundred Club of Dayton 1991.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Beverly (Pelfrey); daughter Amy and son John Nathan (Terrence McCarthy); sisters Sandra (Nathan) Pelfrey, Sue (David) Baker; and many nieces, nephews and family friends.
A Funeral will be 12pm Friday, February 24, 2023, at the Baker Hazel & Snider Funeral Home, 5555 Philadelphia Dr., Dayton, OH 45415. The family will receive visitors from 10am until the time of service at the funeral home. Burial immediately following at Polk Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute or Hospice of Miami County. Online memories and condolences may be left for the family at
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Belita Pelfrey
February 10, 2024
I can´t express how sorry I was to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to his family. He was and will always be a part of my family too.
James Allen
February 24, 2023
Amy,
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. These are difficult times as it is. Losing a loved one makes them that much harder. Please know that you and your family remain in our thoughts and prayers during your time of grieving.
Jeff Gill
February 21, 2023
Deepest condolences to the Houghtling familiy on their loss. John was a fine man. - Jeff, RN
Nick Engelman
February 19, 2023
John will be missed by many. He was the best ping pong player on the fire department. May he rest in peace. Nick Engelman DFD Retired.
Belita Pelfrey
February 18, 2023
GOD bless Beverly and John´s family.. My heart breaks for everyone. Hugs and prayers for all.
Belita Pelfrey
February 17, 2023
I am so sorry to hear this..It breaks my heart for Beverly and everyone in the family..such a fine man, gone too soon..Hugs and prayers for all..
Maryann Flaker
February 17, 2023
So sad to hear about John. I didn't know him well but I know he was a kind loving man.
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