Paul A. VanHouten Jr.
Paul A. VanHouten Jr.
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Paul was a graduate of Williamstown High School, Class of 1984, where he played football, baseball and tennis. He was a graduate of Lebanon Valley College, Class of 1989, where he played football. Paul was a school teacher for Monroe Township, most recently as a science teacher in the Williamstown Middle School before retiring. He was the Union President for the Teachers Union for many years. Paul was a member of the Cross Keys United Methodist Church. He was an avid Philadelphia Phillies fan and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Beloved husband of Karen L. VanHouten (nee Jones). Devoted father of Peter L. VanHouten, Abigail M. VanHouten, Bridget J. VanHouten and the late Noah C. VanHouten. Dear brother of Wendy Tilley (Charles Edward), Lee Ann Van Houten-Sauter, D.O. (Mark) and Melissa Van Houten-Ramos (Edwin). Loving son of the late Paul A. Van Houten, D.O. and the late Donna Van Houten. Also survived by many nieces & nephews and his best friend Bob Valenti.
Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation on Sunday, March 3rd from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Cross Keys United Methodist Church, 1644 N. Main Street, Williamstown, where a memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Cross Keys United Methodist Church, 1644 N. Main Street, Williamstown, NJ 08094 or to Paul A. Van Houten, D.O. Scholarship Fund, c/o Pine Street Family Practice, 220 E. Pine Street, Williamstown, NJ 08094.
To sign the guestbook online, please visit www.farnellifuneralhome.com
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Bridget VanHouten
October 1, 2025
I miss you daddy. I hope you are proud of me.
Lydia Turner
February 26, 2024
It's not my first memory, but he sat behind me in almost all of our high school classes because of our last names: mine starting with a W and his V.
Alexander blight
February 26, 2024
Teacher
Nelly Osterdahl
February 25, 2024
RIP Mr. V, my favorite teacher til this day. Always a great supporter and love that you would still would connect on FB to see how i was doing. You´ll be truly missed!!
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Patty Seaman
February 25, 2024
Didn't know Paul to well but he taught both my kids years ago, and most recently was at my own Mothers funeral to show support. RIP Paul
Prayers to the family. Thinking of you.
Connie Beach
February 25, 2024
Paul and I taught back in 80s at Radix Elementary and then reconnected at Williamstown Middle School later in our careers. I enjoyed talking with him because he always had a calm demeanor and was full of up to date stories. He frequently told me of his involvement in the church and kept me up on the latest union news.
I last saw Paul at a retirement dinner in December 2022 and spent most of the event at our table talking and laughing about the good old days.
Knowing Paul as a colleague and wonderful man, I´m deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I hope Karen and his children all "feel" my prayers and find memories that will bring a smile to their faces soon. The world will have a hole in it where Paul once stood and nothing will be able to fill it quite the way he did.
Love & Light-Connie Beach
Jannel
February 25, 2024
When I was younger, I wanted to play baseball on the boys team, he advocated for me and even let me pitch a few games, he was an awesome coach, teacher and a friend. Condolences for the family, he was truly a leader and a great friend
Frank H. Neumann, Jr.
February 25, 2024
Frank Neumann, Fox Hollow West Homeowner's Association: I considered Paul a friend. Paul was very active, not only with the FHW HOA, but also very active in the community. He kept us all informed. He will be sorely missed.
Joseph
February 24, 2024
We are at the food bank , i really got to know him and he was alot fun kidding around and laughing, i would do anything for and his family
Joseph Oagaro
February 24, 2024
Paul was a fantastic person and teacher. He was so kind and a very nice person. Rest in peace Paul.
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