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Douglas Houck Obituary
Douglas L. Houck, 76, of Canton, Ohio, died August 21, 2017 at his home. He was born October 7, 1940, son of the late Gordon L. Houck and Gladys B. Houck.
He was the founder and former CEO of DLH Industries, Inc., Canton, Ohio. A Navy veteran, he was a missile tracker on the Atlantic Missile Range at Ascension Island. His philanthropy work has helped many organizations and individuals. He attended Cuyahoga Falls High School class of 1958, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
In addition to his parents; he was preceded in death by brother, Vernon K. Houck, VP of DLH Industries, Inc. He is survived by sisters, Carol R. (Don) Thursby, Cambridge, Ohio and Gay L. Houck, Huron, Ohio; he is also survived by seven nieces and nephews, Juli Jacobs, Sherry (Damon) Voros, Timothy Filing Jr., Chylece (Jim) Head, Greg Houch, Jason (Collene) Shupe, Jamie Shupe. Also surviving are special friends, neighbors, and pal Tippy.
The family would also like to thank Crossroads Hospice and Home Instead for their care and professionalism. Reed Funeral Home NORTH CANTON Chapel will be handling cremation. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Akron, Ohio. The family has requested that any memorial contributions be made to the Douglas L. Houck Foundation at Stark Community foundation.
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victoria calevski
December 21, 2020
I so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing, I find out today, I’m so sad.
Kind soft spoken, enjoyed our conversation.
RIP my dear friend, I’m so sorry I didn’t know you were I’ll or if your passing !
Joyce Marsh
August 27, 2019
Can't believe it has been 2 years already since Douglas died. Prayers to his Sisters! Joyce Baun Marsh
Pat and Jeanna Patterson
April 29, 2018
We are in shock! We don't get the paper on a regular basis so we didn't know Doug passed until we were told today. Doug was a good friend to me and my husband Pat. Last we saw him at his house, we knew he was sick but not that sick, but I suspected. He was good to us, as he was to many. I met him in 1984 and he and my husband and I became fast friend. We called many times and wondered why we didnt ever get a call back. Doug rest in peace, Heaven has another Great Angle.
Gloria (yost) Silvis
September 11, 2017
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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Flanda Tibbs
September 7, 2017
Doug Huck was a man who had a gigantic heart for his employees, a Man who taught me also so much...Take your rest and fly high.....
Lori McLaughlin
September 6, 2017
To the family I am so sorry for your lost. He was a good, caring, intelligent man that helped so many people in so many ways. He treated people like family even though sometimes it did not seem like that it was for a reason. To teach us. I learned personally alot from him. I learned I was stronger than I thought I could ever be. He taught & navigated me through 20 yrs. to make me who I am today. I have the utmost respect for him & he will be missed by many. RIP Doug & Thank you
Joyce ( Baun ) Marsh
September 6, 2017
Carol, So sorry to read in the newspaper of Doug's passing. He was a special friend of mine when he attended Loyal Oak School over 70 years ago. Often wondered where he lived and just found out a few miles from me. My Thoughts and Prayers to you and the Family. Joyce ( Baun) Marsh North Canton Ohio
Veronica Baca-Bernel
September 5, 2017
I met Mr Houck 6-7 yrs ago. What a nice, soft spoken, and humble gentleman. His generosity in the form of scholarships for the students of Canton City Schools, Cuyahoga Falls City Schools, and others local districts will always be greatly appreciated. Mr Houck clearly wished to help others and appreciated the hard work, perseverance, and ingenuity of those whom he employed. Mr Hauck was a true entrepreneur who shared with so many his own journey toward fulfilling his potential. May he rest in peace, surrounded by the beautiful birds he so enjoyed. His contributions will never be forgotten. VBB
Maryellyn Monigold
September 5, 2017
Our condolences to the family. He was a unique guy.
Gerry Sargent
September 3, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Doug's family.
He was a good guy, he will be missed.
The Sargent family
September 3, 2017
Prayers & Sympathy to the Family. Ron & Nellie Shirley.
Jean Ross
September 3, 2017
So sorry to hear about Doug's passing. He was a good boss, who really cared about his employees. He will be missed by many.
DLH Employee.
Kevin Harper
September 2, 2017
I learned a great deal from Doug about a lot of things. He could be scathing and sarcastic at times but it was because he cared so deeply. I was just thinking about him a couple days ago and thought I wouldn't have been where I am without him. Rest In Peace, Doug.
Lisa Sheridan
September 2, 2017
I am so sad right now!! Hard to find the words to say about this!! RIP Doug...I have many memories from working with you...alot of pictures of the good days!!!
Linda Norman
September 2, 2017
Rest in peace,Doug
Theresa Hayes
September 2, 2017
Rest peacefully Doug. Thank you for all that you did for your employees and the community.
Amber Lynch
September 2, 2017
When I worked at DLH he was CEO/president. He was a caring and giving man. I remember when my house caught on fire he was going to let me use the company christmas tree so my kids would have a tree and he helped my dad when he was sick. He was a very nice man. I always knew he was coming because you could hear his boots. I didnt even know he was sick, I wish I could have seen him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Connie Sepich
September 2, 2017
Blessed Be
Beth Dalton
September 2, 2017
He was such a wonderful caring man. When I worked at DLH I loved his humor when he was in the plant. He was always wonderful to converse with. Condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Theresa Emerick
September 2, 2017
Doug was a great guy who always valued family structure. Always loved talking to him when he would walk through the DLH plants. Even though his employees weren't his actual family, he always helped us and treated us all as if we were. He was one of a kind. RIP Doug! Prayers to the family.
Carroll County Animal Protection League Eileen Rohrer
September 2, 2017
To the Douglas Houck family. Our deepest sympathy for your loss of a very kind and caring philanthropist who cared deeply for our cause and Monarch Butterflies. May his legacy live on in all who were recipients of his philanthropy and generosity.
Doug's Favorite Butterfly
Carroll County Animal Protection League Eileen Rohrer
September 2, 2017
To the Douglas Houck family. Our deepest sympathy for your loss of a very kind and caring philanthropist who cared deeply for our cause and Monarch Butterflies. May his legacy live on in all who were recipients of his philanthropy and generosity.
Monarch Butterfly
Carroll County Animal Protection League Eileen Rohrer
September 2, 2017
Maria Smith
September 2, 2017
Rest in peace Doug. Prayers for his family and all who loved him.
Shannon Tesch
September 2, 2017
He was a good man. One thing he taught me was to stand up for yourself in an argument when you knew you were right. He respected that in a person. Rip Doug
Curt Roan
September 2, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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