James Richard Houghton
James Richard Houghton
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Richard was born in Shreveport, LA; February 17, 1931, and passed away at his home in Bossier City on July 17, 2010.
He served in the U.S. Navy Seabees for six years during the Korean Conflict. He then was employed by Louisiana Machinery Co. for over forty years. Richard was a member of the L & R Hunting Club, and enjoyed the great outdoors.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, J.H. and Dahlia Houghton; and his sister, Rose Crowe.
Survivors include his wife Barbara Houghton; daughter, Casandra Cagle and husband Ron; son, Daniel Houghton; grandchildren, Rae Lynn Adcock and husband Josh and Mitchell Houghton; brother, William I. Houghton and wife Maxine; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.
Pallbearers will be Ed Banks, Jeff Sepulvado, Steve Goodrich, Robert Brown, Kevin Lafitte and Mike Dooley.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family by visiting the www.hillcrestmemorialfh.com.
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Chuck Shaw
July 22, 2010
Danny and Mrs. Barbara, it was my great fortune to meet Mr. Richard at the deer lease so many years ago. I will miss hearing "Buddy Boy" that he always called me, and his cheer and humor. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. May god bless you and bring you comfort
Rosemary Hillman
July 20, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss! Mr. Houghton was a wonderful man and a friend to so many. He was so good to my son Jeremy Bourque. May God hold you and comfort you in this time of loss. God Bless you all!
July 20, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Loretta McFerren Young and Ralph McFerren, Jr.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
July 20, 2010
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to James Richard Haughton our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Richard. And to Richard it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during the Korean War while serving with the SeaBees in the U.S. Navy. Richard, we bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,341 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Richard’s family and loved ones.
Dennis Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
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Cheryl Downs
July 20, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Brian Crowe
July 20, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with yall.May the Lord hold yall close and comfort you and ease your pain.
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