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John Houchens Obituary

John H. Houchens, of Montpelier, Va., departed this life December 22, 2005, at Henrico Doctors Hospital. He is survived by his devoted wife, Bertha Houchens; two daughters, Marie Nelson and Linda Houchens; four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; nine brothers, five sisters; eight sisters-in-law, five brothers-in-law, one son-in-law; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va., where family will receive friends 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday (today). His funeral service will be held Wednesday, December 28, 2005, 1 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Rev. Raymond Johnson, pastor. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. McCarthy, director.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Dec. 24 to Dec. 27, 2005.

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Edward Burton

December 30, 2005

Let me join in with the many friends who are expressing concern and love for the family at this time

Becky Coleman

December 27, 2005

Bea,



I was sadden to learn that Mr. John had passed. My sister and I (Rose) are lifting you and the rest of the family in prayer.



I will always remember working with Mr. John when I worked in Hanover County Planning Office; he would never let anyone help him but me. He was truly a wonderful and kind individual.



Bea, I pray your strength in the Lord at this difficult time.



Becky Coleman-Tisdale

Rose Hall

Vira H. Joyner

December 27, 2005

Marie, I was sadden to hear of the passing of your father. My prayers are with you always in this time of sorrow.

From the Staff of Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home

December 27, 2005

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Carmelia Minor

December 26, 2005

TO THE HOUCHENS FAMILY, MY HEART WAS SADDEN TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE, I CAN'T SAY I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL, BECAUSE I DON'T. ALL I CAN SAY IS KEEP YOUR HANDS IN GODS HAND FOR HE WILL SEE YOU THROUGH, FOR EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL. REMEMBER WEEPING WILL ENDURE FOR AN EVENING BUT JOY WILL COME IN THE MORNING.

Aaron & Eartha Washington

December 26, 2005

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

John 3:16

Marie Hewlett

December 26, 2005

Sending a heartfelt Sympathy in the loss of your Loved one, and hoping you will keep his Memories close to your heart.

John & Marian Brooks

December 26, 2005

With heartfelt sympathy to the John Houchens family. May GOD'S blessings comfort you'll during your period of bereavement.

Harold Stills, Sr.

December 24, 2005

Sincere condolences to the widow, children and grandchildren.

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