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Michael Houghton Obituary
Age 48, of Wilmington, passed away with his loving family by his side on October 3, 2013.
Michael was the proud owner of Houghton Roofing and Siding. He was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan and enjoyed watching NASCAR. His hobbies included fishing, boating, classic TV shows and westerns.
He is survived by his parents, John and Evelyn (Horne) Houghton; brothers, John (Lisa), David (Barb), Edward (Lisa), and Steven (Ashley); his sisters, Deborah Ceresini (Phil), Kathleen Arnold (John), Sandra Smith (Joseph), Michelle Farris (Dave); his girlfriend, Misty Warren; and many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Corpus Christi R. C. Church, 901 New Rd., Elsmere on Monday, October 7, 2013 at 11 am. Friends may call at the church from 9:30-11 am Monday morning. Interment in St. Joseph on the Brandywine Cemetery, Greenville.
Krienen-Griffith
Funeral Home
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A Friend
October 18, 2013
Miss you!
Lori
October 10, 2013
Love you uncle Mike <3
sambo
October 10, 2013
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Jane Gallagher
October 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go to the family and friends of Michael Houghton at this sudden and difficult time, prayers for peace, strength and the confidence that he rests in the hands of His father in heaven. Jane (Rockford Center)
Jane Gallagher
October 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family and friends of Michael Houghton at this sudden and difficult time. Prayers for peace and strength for all and for comfort and confidence that Michael is at rest in the hands of His father in heaven. God bless you. Jane Gallagher (Rockford Center)
October 8, 2013
I was so saddened to read about the untimely death of Michael. There is no expression of sympathy that can relive the pain you are feeling but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sincere Sympathy,
Dee Fallers
Jim and Megan Keating
October 7, 2013
My condolences and prayers go out to Misty Warren and the Houghton family for the loss of great guy.
Mike will be sadly missed.
Rest in peace and God bless.
Rick Stevens
October 7, 2013
To the Houghton Family sorry for your loss of Mike.He was a great guy and a good friend from the old neighborhood crew.
Sandy Huber
October 6, 2013
I'm very sorry to hear of Michael's untimely passing. Wishing him much peace and his family heartfelt sympathy.
Tracey Horne & Family
October 6, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Amy Rangnow
October 6, 2013
So sorry to hear about the passing of Mike. He was a great guy. Prayers for comfort in this time.
Amy
Warren Rangnow Sr
October 6, 2013
Rest in peace my good friend mike
Warren Rangnow Sr
October 6, 2013
Rest in Peace my good friend mike
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