Robert Houston

Robert Houston obituary

Robert Houston

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Robert Houston Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Westside Funeral Home - Palmetto on Mar. 5, 2026.
Brother Robert Lee Houston, Jr. was born on December 2, 1932 to the late Robert and Annimay Houston.

Robert received his education in the public schools of Manatee County. He was a corporal in the U.S. Air Force where he horned his skills in operating heavy equipment. A man of many talents and wasn't bad at farming either.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Angela Houston; son: Rory Houston; daughters: Debbie Washington, Jackie Houston; brothers: George, Joe, Nay, and Marlon; sisters: Veora, Laura and Vivian.

He leaves to cherish his memories: sons: Eddie Houston, George Houston, Rodney Houston, and Raphael Houston; daughter: Michelle Blenmen and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

6

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Westside Funeral Home

204 7th St W., Palmetto, FL 34221

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Mar

7

Celebration of Life

2:30 p.m.

St Paul Missionary Baptist Church

525 Martin Luther King Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 9 hours left for delivery to next service.