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2016
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Richard Houston Obituary
Born: March 25, 1952
Died: Jan. 25, 2016
Richard James Houston, 63, of Crystal Lake passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2016.
He was born on March 25, 1952, in Woodstock, IL to James and Lillian (nee Tesar) Houston. Richard was a life long resident of Crystal Lake, IL and had worked for IDOT for 31 years.
Richard will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 31 years, Debralee (nee Cassell); his children; Michael Houston, Christina (Kieran) Hartnett-Georgi, Michelle (Steven) Hoyt-Georgi. His grandchildren, Jada & Jaxon Hoyt, Aubrey Fischer and Camden Houston; his sisters, Edie Aldridge and Nanci Sener; and his many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was an avid Chicago sports fan, especially his beloved Chicago Bears. Besides his family his biggest love was his Dogs.
Memorial visitation will be February 3, from 4:00pm until 7:00pm at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Rte. 176), Crystal Lake, IL 60014.
In lieu of suits, Chicago Bears attire is welcomed!
For information, please contact Davenport Family Funeral Home, 815-459-3411. For online condolences please visit, www.davenportfamily.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nanci Sener
January 20, 2021
Can not believe dear sweet baby brother that it has been five years since you left us broken hearted. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of and miss you. Hope you have found my adorable granddaughter Ellie in heaven and are keeping her in your beautiful and warm heart. I will miss you until the day I can be with you. Love you today tomorrow and forever.
Nanci Sener
January 21, 2020
Can't believe it's been 4 years little bro. Love you and Miss you every day.
February 3, 2016
The candle lady sends her love!! Gayle Eng
Gregg and Arnie Gibson
February 3, 2016
Rick was a great neighbor to us for 14 years on North Shore. We are so sorry for your families' loss.
Gregg and Arnie Gibson
February 3, 2016
Deb, Mikey and the rest of the family - we are so saddened by the loss you are going through... may everyone surround you with love and hugs - The Engs
Arne & Cathy Bengtson
February 3, 2016
We are so sorry for the loss of a very special person. We will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers. Remember to look back at the all happy times in his life and yours as a family.
February 3, 2016
Debbie,
So sorry for your loss. May all your memories be happy and keep you blessed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Judy (Krabbenhoft) Wood
Kathy Czech
February 3, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Heaven has one more angel. Love you all...Aunt Kathy & Uncle Lar
Norma Viets
February 2, 2016
Deb,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Norma Fischer Viets
Diane & Ralph Tucsek
February 2, 2016
So sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was such a good guy! He'd give anyone the shirt off his back if they needed it, and was always there with a helping hand. He certainly helped us on many occasions.....we were thankful and grateful for his friendship.
Deb and family...please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers....God Bless!!
Nanci Sener
February 1, 2016
My heart is broken and I will love and miss you forever, little brother. May God keep you in his arms until we meet again. Nanci
Karen Csech
February 1, 2016
I'll never forget the time Rick opened my laundry chute and dropped an enormous load of my family's dirty laundry on his sister Nanci! I know everyone will miss his happy smile and practical jokes. Deb, my deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones
Animal Medical Center
February 1, 2016
Our deepest sympathies and prayers with your entire family.....may God Bless all of you....
Sue Eike-Olson
January 31, 2016
Although I have not seen Rich in years, I do have incredibly fond memories of many fun times. He was such a good man and a good friend. My deepest sympathy to his family.
John & Sue Kravenas
January 29, 2016
Sorry to hear about Rich. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Deb and the family.
Nolan &Patti congine
January 28, 2016
May God watch over your family during this most difficult time, and may he rest in peace
Paul Bockman
January 28, 2016
So sorry and shocked to hear of Rich's passing. A friend, classmate and coworker. Thoughts and prayers go out to Deb and all of the family
Jim Meldrum
January 28, 2016
Sorry to receive this news.
There were many good times on North Shore.
Always got a kick out of Rick and Charlie "battle of the banner" hanging across the street.Bears or Packers.
No doubt Rick is giving George Halas coaching tips at the Heavenly Golden Goal Post team by now.
Cathy & Matt Praxmarer
January 27, 2016
Sending our love and prayers to hold & comfort you. Rich's memory will always be alive in our hearts.
Gary Komosa
January 27, 2016
I am sorry to hear of your loss of Rich. We were classmates at CLCHS ... I remember his humor and his smile! He was a great guy.
Cindy Ritt
January 27, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of our friend and former classmate. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very sad time.
Edward and Susan Younger
January 27, 2016
We are saddened to hear of Rich's passing. May Peace and comfort be with you in this difficult time.
Andrea Aldridge
January 27, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man husband father. May peace be with you all at such a hard time.
Louisa and Marty North
January 27, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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