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Ira K. Houk Jr.
1941 - 2025
BORN
1941
DIED
2025
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Ira Houk Obituary
He was born Jan. 3, 1941, in Ellwood City, to the late Ira and Rebecca (Noah) Houk.
Ira graduated from Shenango High School in 1958. He went on to work for ARMCO Steel as a step-up foreman, until retiring in 2000. He was a longtime attendee of Grace Way Community Church. Ira enjoyed cutting grass and camping, as well as spending time with his loving family.
Ira is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Karol (Shook) Malinak-Houk, whom he married Dec. 23, 1976; his two sons; his grandchildren, Lacey (Jason) Westager and Brandon Johnson; his three great-grandchildren, Osiris Westager, Zephyr Westager and Auraleigh Westager; and his numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Ira was preceded in death by his half sister and half brother.
HOUK - As per the family's wishes, there will be no services for Ira K. Houk Jr., who died Monday, Aug. 18, 2025.
Arrangements have been entrusted to THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.
All who knew Ira are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Connie
August 19, 2025
Karol and family,
I'm so sorry to see where Ira has passed. I'm sure by now he and Bob are reminiscing about the good old days. Praying for comfort and peace during this time.
Connie Dick
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