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Lloyd Houghtelling Obituary
June 22, 1927 - May 26, 2011
San Leandro
Lloyd Houghtelling passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family members on May 26, 2011, at the age of 83. Lloyd was born in Cozad, Nebraska on June 22, 1927, and grew up in Curtis, Nebraska. Lloyd graduated from the University of Nebraska High School and then enlisted in the Marine Corps. Lloyd was preceded in death by his wife Margaret who passed away in 1995. Lloyd met Margaret while he was in the Marines stationed at Treasure Island serving in as a Military Policeman. Lloyd and Margaret were married on June 19, 1949.
Lloyd and Margaret owned a small restaurant in Oakland in the late 1940's. Later Lloyd went to work for General Electric in Oakland where he worked for 20 years. When the General Electric plant closed Lloyd started working as a truck driver. Eventually, Lloyd went to work at Thermo Fusion in Hayward, where he worked for 16 years with his son Bob and then retired. Lloyd enjoyed working on projects around the house, watching the Oakland A's, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Lloyd was a wonderful man who cared deeply for his entire family. Lloyd is survived by his children; Andy and his wife Nina of Brentwood, Dennis and his wife Brenda of Hayward, Bob and his wife Joanna of San Lorenzo, Lori and her husband Bruce of Brentwood, grandchildren; Andrew Houghtelling, Michael Houghtelling, Daniel Houghtelling, Chrissy Smith, Jennifer Gomes, Brian Houghtelling, Aimee Houghtelling, Nicole Houghtelling, Bruce Babcock, Jr., Katie Babcock, Stephen Babcock, Sarah Babcock, greatgrandchildren; Owen, Will, Logan, Cody, Bradley, Nathan, Gavin, Alex, Shelby, Sophia.
Visitation for Lloyd will be held on Monday, May 30, 2011 from 4-8 PM at Graham- Hitch Mortuary, 4167 First St., Pleasanton, CA. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at 10:30 AM at the mortuary. Burial to follow at Lone Tree Cemetery, 24591 Fairview Ave., Hayward.
Jess C. Spencer Mortuary and Crematory (510) 581-9133
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Bob Houghtelling
July 24, 2013
Dad,
There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you and miss you.
Bobby
Dave Buttner
May 31, 2011
We at ThermoFusion are very sorry for your loss. Lloyd had many friends here and was always well respected. Soft spoken and dedicated, Lloyd was a man of few words but powerful in his presence. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Toni Fernandes
May 29, 2011
I am very sorry for you loss. I went to school with Lori years ago. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Wendy Houghhtelling Wilson
May 29, 2011
Sending our love and prayers of comfort to you at this time.
Meredith Houghtelling
May 29, 2011
Over the last 18 years you have treated me as no less than another one of your granddaughters. Thank you for welcoming me into the family, all the wonderful stories and for loving all of us so much. We will always love and miss you!
Lisa Ammari
May 29, 2011
I hope the strength of family will see you through this loss of a greatly loved father and grandfather.
Debby Houghtelling Cade
May 29, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jennifer Gomes
May 29, 2011
Papa, you were a man of few words and a bit of a mystery, I guess that's where I got it from... You were kind, gentle, soft spoken, and always so proud of your family. Your laugh and smile could always light up a room. I'll miss you, until we meet again...
Brian Houghtelling
May 29, 2011
I hope someday when we meet in heaven he'll tickle my feet until i cry like he used to do to me when I was little.
Brian, Lloyd's grandson
The Staff of Graham-Hitch Mortuary
May 28, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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