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David B. Houck

David Houck Obituary

MT. ULLA -- Lance Cpl. David B. Houck, 25, died Friday, November 26, 2004 in Iraq. Funeral is Sunday, 3PM at Peninsula Baptist Church in Mooresville. Visitation is 6-8PM, Saturday. Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home is in charge.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Dec. 2, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for David Houck

48 Entries

David La Force

April 17, 2019

Thank you for saving my dad

July 5, 2013

It has been more than 8 years since his passing but David who is still remembered and honored. We remember this consummate soldier.

November 28, 2011

Still remembering, and will never forget
this brother Marine, and Hero.

Ken Beck

Peggy Childers

November 26, 2011

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. David B. Houck:
Please accept my remembrance of David on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Peggy Childers

November 26, 2010

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. David B. Houck:
Remembering David on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Ken Beck

May 27, 2010

To the Houck family, David is on my special list to remember on this approaching Memorial Day. My prayers, and thoughts are with you all
Ken Beck Vietnam Vet. '67,'68,69.

barb whitehead

May 25, 2010

The NC Run for the Fallen will honor fallen troops from North Carolina at a Memorial Run on Saturday, May 29th, 8:30am, Ayden Grifton High School track, Hwy 11 S. Ayden NC. Each troop will be honored by a runner/walker who carries a flag in his memory for one mile. Please come join us in honoring our fallen troops. For more information contact Kathy Moore at 252-746-3435 after 5:00pm or email at [email protected]

Kenna Larra

August 11, 2009

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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

Bethany Houck-Aguirre

November 28, 2008

I miss you alot big brother. I will always remember your jokes and how you looked out for me. I am very sorry that I could not go to your funeral. I wish that I could have gone. I will always remember you and tell my kids about their Uncle Dave. LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU A BUNCH.

In Memory of David ~ (Debra Estep)

November 26, 2008

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”

I did not know David, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008

The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol

Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

Peggy Childers

November 26, 2008

To the family of Lance Cpl. David B. Houck:
David gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

August 24, 2008

My sympathys are with you for your loss. Remember that your son was a graduate of a fraternity called Marines. I also didn't have direction in life and the Marines gave that to me. Marines are loyal. Marines are resiliant. Marines never give up. Marines are the back bone of the military. Marines get the job done when no one else wants to do it. Marines know no fear. Marines walk straight, with their back arched and their chin up.
I never knew your son personally, but yet I did know him because I AM a Marine. I know your loss is deep, but take comfort in the fact that guys like me and many others will always hold your sons memory in high reguard. I am bugler for American Legion post 208, Monroe, NC. Next time I play taps, I will remember Lance Cpl. David B. Houck and the rest of our commrades that have fallen. Semper Fidelis (always faithful)

Teri

May 26, 2008

I saw your son listed on the Memorial Day tribute on the local news tonight. May Christ comfort you as only He can.

"Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13

Gwynn

May 25, 2008

Remembering you on this Memorial Day weekend. We owe so much to you. The words "Thank you" seem so insignificant for the most precious of all gifts you gave to all of us. Without you and the other unselfish, extraordinarily brave men & women who have dedicated themselves to preserving our way of life, none of us could be enjoying this wonderful day in this greatest of all countries. All I can do is promise to appreciate to the fullest each and every one of our freedoms and to remember WHY I have those freedoms. Bless you and your family.

April 21, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Houck!

Michael iezzi

November 28, 2007

Father we entrust our brother David to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold David in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

Kari Schultz

November 27, 2007

David, I never had the pleasure to meet you, but through my son Kevin (also of 1/8), I feel connected to you in ways that I cannot explain. Kevin talked of your friendship long before Fallujah and shared stories and pictures of you and some of the other marine brothers on many home visits or talks over the phone from Camp Lejeune. Although you have left this earth, you will never leave my mind and my heart. Never will a November pass in my lifetime that I won't think of
you and all the good that you stand for. You will be in Kevin's heart forever also, he will carry you with him until he comes to meet you someday. What a glorious day that will be! God crosses our paths with people on purpose and I thank him for that. May you rest in peace..

Michael Lucero

November 27, 2007

David
We did not know you but we did,you left us one day before our beloved Joshua.But you will never be forgotten this I swear to you and your family.Proud Marine Dad Lcpl Joshua E. Lucero KIA 11/27/2004

Patti Holmes

November 27, 2007

David, you are a Hero. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers forever.
Scott, Patti and Cory
Family of LCpl Jeffery Holmes
KIA Fallujah 11/25/04

Karen

November 26, 2007

I didn't know Dave, but from what I read about him, he was a very special Marine and he was doing what he wanted to do. God bless you as you remember the great person he was.

chynita belcher

November 26, 2007

It's hard to believe that it's been 3 years since GOD called you home I know that you and Mark and the other 1/8 Bravo Co. are having a bless time guarding those pearling gates waiting for all the families to join you guys and I know that we will see your smiling faces one day until then we will always keep in touch with one another because we are family

Mike Ergo

November 26, 2007

Dave,
Through SOI, both deployments, and the down time around Lejeune, it was great hanging out with you. I've never known anyone else who knew so many random facts about anything and everything. You were a true field Marine, and a great friend. Rest In Peace, Marine. Godspeed and Semper Fidelis.

Christie La Force

November 26, 2007

I often feel that there are no words great enough to accurately express my sympathy and gratitude for such a courageous Warrior. I only wish I could have had the honor of being in his presence.

I feel like I know you... for my husband talks about you often, Dave... and I'm sure you never leave his thoughts. Your bravery that day is the reason my husband, along with the other Marines of your fireteam, can stand before us today. I am so thankful that Jeremy came home-- but it breaks my heart that it was through your sacrifice.

We will spread the story of your bravery to future generations-- and our new son, David Hawk, will carry on your legacy with honor and pride.

You will forever be in our hearts Dave.

Rest in peace.

Gail Gianforte

November 26, 2007

I am so glad that we've gotten to know each other. You and Bob have done so much for our family especially Shawn. I wish I got to know David. I do know that he was a great person and an even greater Marine. I know that David is watching over Shawn and spiritually helping him through this. We love yal and we are family. God Bless you and your family.
Love from your 1/8 sister,
Gail

Mary Forester

November 26, 2007

There will never be words to ease your sorrow. I pray that you will find comfort in knowing that your son was a Hero and all of 1/8, parents like me included, think about your son, your families and the others that were lost in Fallujah Nov 2004. God Bless you and your family

Charlie and Karen Fredrickson

November 26, 2007

David, you are deeply missed by your family and by your 1/8 Bravo brothers. They honor your memory every day. Your parents are doing their best to keep 1/8 Bravo connected. They truly love every man who served with you and are striving to bring them peace, the peace we know that you have found.

Charlie and Karen Fredrickson

Debbie,,Kenny Coffey

September 2, 2007

Our HEROS are never forgotten.Rest well brother,That star spangled banner WILL forever wave,Your name stamped in steel FOREVER clutched in the tallons,And spirit shall FOREVER soar in the symbol of our great nation.SEMPER FI.

ROBYN GARSIDE

August 13, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN....HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR HIS LITTLE GIRL. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

August 13, 2007

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

July 14, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Houck and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon

David Paulson

June 15, 2007

I served with this young marine in 1/8 our first time through Iraq - I left 1/8 after that 1st deployment as it was the end of my contract. I look back at many of the Marines I was with that died in the next deployment and question myself. I feel like I should have been there with them. To Our Fallen Brothers! Semper Fi

Todd Wallace

March 22, 2007

I am a former infantry(airborne) medic(1974-78) and it is no cliche' to
say that our country loses some of it's best to war. David, I have no
doubt, was one of our best. Nothing I write here could even begin to
assuage your grief. I am, however, from the depths of my heart very,
very sorry for your loss.
The name 'David' means, I believe, "Beloved of God." I am certain that
he was, is and forever shall be just that.
Be strong.
Airborne! All The Way!

frank simmons jr

December 26, 2006

To the Houck family,

Please accept these words of symphathy for your loss. Our country should forever echo his name.

Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)

December 26, 2006

You did not have to ask permmission to pass through the heavenly gates,they were opened for you. Because you gave your all.

Gary Allain

December 25, 2006

Lance Cpl. David B. Houck
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Webster and Ruth Reed

December 24, 2006

To the Houck Family - We are thinking of you on this Christmas eve. Your son is a hero and will never be forgotten. I'm sure like us (parents of fallen soldier SSG Jonathan Reed)your thoughts of your son are vivid and you are missing him tremendously.
With warm regards,
[email protected]

Cordy Diaz

December 24, 2006

To the family of Lance Cpl. David B. Houck, It is with great sorrow that I offer you my deepest sympathy and condolences. He will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ken Beck

November 27, 2006

Dear Houck family, today is the 39th anniversay of my joining the Marine Corps, and also my 37th wedding anniversary, we have just gotten a new granddaughter, and grandson. These are all special things for my family, included in these special dates is the rememberance of David and his sacrifice for our copuntry, and way of life. I will never forget him.
I visited the Vietnam Memorial in March, I also visited David, and will do so again.
With prayers for all.Ken Beck former Corporal, Vietnam '67,'68, and '69.

Garnet Jenkins

November 26, 2006

Paying tribute to this Fine Young Marine, Lance Cpl. David B. Houck, on the 2nd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom. A Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service.
Rest In Peace Young Hero, in God's Loving Care and may God's Healing Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Houck family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.

Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Criss Candelaria

October 18, 2006

My youngest cousin Dominic is your friend. God bless and keep you and your family.

Linda Flannery

June 22, 2006

Remembering and honoring this brave young Marine.

My gratitude and thanks to his family for sharing him with America.

My flag flies in his honor.

Sandy Schiager

May 29, 2006

Although I never knew David, I am thinking of him on this Memorial Day 2006. For the past year, I have worn his memory on my wrist in the form a bracelet from HeroBracelets.org. I could have chosen a name I had heard from here in Arizona or someone somewhat famous like Pat Tillman, but I chose to have this organization send me a "random" bracelet in order for me to think of and honor a person whom I don't now and have never heard of. Thanks to David for his service and sacrifice. Thoughts of prayer an support go out to David's family. Know that David is never forgotten, even by those who never had the pleasure of meeting him. God Bless America.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

March 27, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to the Houck family in the loss of David. I did not know David, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. David it has been 16 months since you were taken. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.

I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.

Love and Peace

Tom

To live in the hearts

of those you leave behind

is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

Ken Beck

July 5, 2005

To the Houck family, I have no words to express my deep sadness at your loss. As a Marine David had many brothers that also feel the loss, myself included. I am a Vietnam Vet. and plan to visit Washington this summer to visit the Memorial 1st. time. I would also like to pay my respects to David. If you would please send me his location at Arlinton I would be very thankful. Respecfully: Ken Beck former Corporal, always Marine. Semper Fi to you all, and David.

Earl & Linda Hammons Missions to Military

May 29, 2005

On the eve of this year's Memorial Day, memories of David are very poignant to us. We remain profoundly grateful for courageous men like David who love our nation and have given their lives in her defense. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones this day and every day.

Gwynn Dillard

April 7, 2005

I wish there was a way to let you know how much we appreciate Lance Cpl. Houck. David and those like him are the reason I am able to even sit at this computer and say what I want to say. The reason we have all of our freedoms. There are no words sufficient to thank him for that. Bless him and bless you his family & friends.

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