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Philip Houk Obituary
Philip was born Feb. 25, 1947, in Decatur, Ind., the son of the late Madeleine and Robert Houk, he was the oldest of four siblings. After serving in the U.S. Navy in the 1960s, he graduated from Memphis State University in 1974 and University of Connecticut in 1976. Philip worked as a technical writer at Analysis & Technology in Groton and later as a technician at TechAir and Accuspec.
Philip was active for many years in youth soccer in Montville, various town committees, and enjoyed writing, sports, and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Donna Marshall Houk; his son and daughter-in-law Adam Houk and Natalia Salvato of Duxbury, Mass.; and daughter and son-in-law, Emily and Joseph Tinnel of Mansfield; grandchildren, Lily Tinnel of Mansfield and Seth, Ian and Lucas Houk of Duxbury, Mass.; sisters, Ellen Ahr of Frederick, Md., and Rose Houk of Flagstaff, Ariz.
Calling hours will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, at Woyasz & Son Funeral Home, 11 Jerome Road, Uncasville.
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Bob Edge
February 14, 2023
We are resending our condolences to our roommate ( 1968-1970 ) and shipmate . We had great times together and were saddened to see his passing in 2021. Bob Edge and Fred Thompson .
Nancy Trapp Arnold
December 1, 2021
I knew Phil in high school and communicated via email with him for the last decade. He was a great friend. I was very sad to find this obituary yesterday. Sending sympathy to his family.
Joan Malchiodi
October 27, 2021
Donna and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. God Bless you all.
Mark and Joan Malchiodi
USS George Bancroft Association
October 26, 2021
We are sorry to hear that our shipmate Phil has passed and send our deepest sympathies. "Rest your oar sailor, we have the watch "
Timothy Shugart
October 24, 2021
Served with aboard the USS George Bancroft SSBN643. I know he will be missed. Fair winds and following seas, shipmate.
Rose Hou
October 24, 2021
To brother Philip, a truly amazing and admirable man. We had wonderful years growing up in Indiana and Memphis, playing on the farm, swimming at the pool, and traveling. He was keenly intelligent, disciplined, witty, and gentle--a sports fan, fine poet, and wry observer of the human condition. He loved his family deeply and was dedicated to his community. You will always be in our hearts.
Go in beauty my dear brother.
Rosey
Ellen and Dennis Ahr
October 24, 2021
May you rest in peace, our beloved brother and brother-in-law. You were and are so loved and will be missed terribly. -- Susie
Kim King
October 22, 2021
What a special man and father. I´m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Bill Steward
October 22, 2021
I knew Phillip in elementary and high school.He was one of the nicest guys around.
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