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Donald Houchens Obituary

On July 6, 2023, Don went home to be with Jesus and some people he has been missing for a long time. Born on March 21, 1947, he lived a lot of life in his 76 years. As a teacher, he influenced many lives in his 40 years on the PE field. As a friend, he was there for a lot of people through good times and bad. As a father, he taught me how to treat people, love the outdoors, and suffer Dolphins football. He is missed by many, but we know he's at peace and that makes the hurt worthwhile. I love you Bubba, and I will miss you until we meet again.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Jul. 18, 2023.

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Bill Brown

July 25, 2023

I am sorry that you had to leave so soon. I will see you later.
Rest in peace.

Billy Ruymann

July 19, 2023

Don Houchens or as he was known by many as “Coach” was a truly a great person. He was always there if you needed anything. I was glad I got to talk with him just a few days before he passed. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. RIP my friend.

LuAnne Milano

July 18, 2023

So many great memories with "Coach" when my kids were growing up, he would take them on Science trips to North Carolina, Flamingo, Panther Key -- and our friendship grew on from those days forward. He was my weekly football call to make my football pool picks. He was a die hard Dolfan but would root with me for my Bills when the Bills weren't playing the Dolphins. I remember when he and Connie got together back when our kids were going on the Science trips. It was a love that flourished into one of the greatest loves ever. He is with her now. God bless your soul Don. You are truly missed!!!!

Roberta (Bernstein) Insel

July 18, 2023

I met Don in 1982. He was the PE teacher at Bayview. Don and I came from two different worlds. He was a Southern Boy and I was a Yankee. Don was the kindest and most thoughtful person you would ever meet. We had instant chemistry and respect for each other. He loved the students and the community and there wasn't anything he wouldn't do to help a child. He also helped the principal. He was always supportive and a team player. He will be missed by all who knew him. REST in Peace my friend.

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