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Robert Houston Obituary

Houston Dr. Robert J. Houston, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 21, 2015. Robert was born in 1931 in Garner, North Carolina. He attended Davidson College before enlisting in the army and serving in the Korean War. When he returned, he completed his education and training at the Southern College of Optometry. A longtime resident of Columbus Ohio, Robert owned his own contact lens company, Argus Labs, and later worked as a self-employed optometrist. After his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family, researching genealogy, reading, and vacationing on Topsail Island, North Carolina. Robert recently celebrated his 50th wedding anniversary with his beloved wife, Ev. He also leaves behind his three children, Ann Nikolai, Lori, and Ben; his daughters-in-law, Ellen and Michelle; and his grandson, Cameron Robert; as well as Mia, the family therapy dog. The funeral is being held at Saint John's Chrysostom Byzantine Catholic Church at 5858 Cleveland Avenue. The visitation is on Tuesday, January 27 from 5-7 p.m., followed by the Parastas. The funeral service is on Wednesday, January 28 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to St. John's Chrysostom Byzantine Catholic Church or the Salvation Army. RODMAN-SNYDER MEMORIAL CENTER, Columbus, Ohio is honored to serve Robert's family.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 23 to Jan. 25, 2015.

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January 27, 2015

Evelyn and family,

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss..our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Elvera & George Fedeczko
Columbus, Ohio

January 27, 2015

Ev, Lori, Nikki and Ben, We are so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. What a wonderful man! Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers, Sincerely, the Paukens and Steinbrooks

Kelly and Joan Combes

January 27, 2015

Ev and family, we have you in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. We know that Robert was a great man, generously loved and cherished by all of you. We are pleased to have met him and to have gotten to know him the few times we visited. We know we will get to know Robert better through his son and grandson, as time goes on.

Joyce & Steve Fedeczko

January 26, 2015

Dear Evelyn,
We are very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this painful time. Joyce & Steve Fedeczko

RIP

Herb USMC

January 26, 2015

"NEVER" Forgotten

Herb USMC

January 26, 2015

Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC

January 26, 2015

God Bless/RIP,to ALL who served.Thank YOU for your service in The United States Army,Robert...... And Semper Fi.

This photo was taken at your house in 1975 or 1976 on my Mom's Birthday! Thought it was neat that we celebrated her Birthday with all of you.

Missy Howard

January 23, 2015

Dear Lori, Ev, Ann and Ben,

My sisters and I (Heather and Jenny Brewster) grew up in Clintonville with your family.

Lori and I have reconnected on Facebook and it has been so great to get back in touch with her.

She had been keeping me updated on your Dad/husband and I just want you all to know I'm so very sorry for your loss.

I know from experience how huge the void is that his passing has left in each of your lives, but I pray you will be covered with God's peace and grace and that you would let Him fill that void. Also that you will find comfort in the fact that he is free of pain and sickness.

You all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Missy (Brewster) Howard

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