Anna Houghton1

F, #95401

Family: (?) Kandrach

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Living1989Decatur, GA, USA
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

(?) Kandrach1

M, #95402

Family: Anna Houghton

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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

June P. Houghton1

F, #95403, b. circa 1919, d. 28 May 1989

Family: Henry Seymour Houghton Jr. b. 29 Aug 1919, d. Mar 2003

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Birthcirca 19191
Marriage
DeathMay 28, 1989Miami, FL, USA, age 701
BurialMiami Memorial Park Cemetery, Miami, FL, USA
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Judith Ann Houghton1

F, #95404, b. circa 1940

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Birthcirca 19401
Residence1989Orlando, FL, USA
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.koreanwar.org/html/units/usaunk.htm?set=300

John William Houghton1

M, #95405, b. 11 June 1948

Family: Paulette S. Miller

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BirthJun 11, 1948Chicago, Cook Co., IL, USA1
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Residence1989Browns Mills, NJ, USA
Address2012trumpeter30101@gmail.com
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.koreanwar.org/html/units/usaunk.htm?set=300

(?) Thoma1

M, #95406

Family: Evelyn Houghton b. c 1911

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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

(?) Robinson1

M, #95407

Family: Elsie E. Houghton b. c 1920

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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Henry O. Houghton1

M, #95408, d. before 1989

Family: Edith H. Houghton b. 26 Dec 1901, d. 22 Aug 1989

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Marriage1
Deathbefore 1989
DuplicateWeston, MA, USA
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Robert Houghton

M, #95409, d. before 1990

Family: Margaret Martha Brady b. c 1924, d. 20 Feb 1990

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Deathbefore 1990
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Margaret Martha Brady1

F, #95410, b. circa 1924, d. 20 February 1990

Family: Robert Houghton d. b 1990

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Birthcirca 1924Staten Island, NY, USA1
Children+her son, Robert H. Hamilton of Paulsboro; a daughter, Gail Hamilton of Philadelphia
Marriage1
DeathFeb 20, 1990Paulsboro, PA, USA, at home, age 661
ObituaryFeb 23, 1990Philadelphia, PA, USA, Philadelphia Inquirer, The (PA) - February 23, 1990
MARGARET MARY BRADY HOUGHTON, 66, of Paulsboro, died Tuesday at her home.

Born in Staten Island, N.Y., Mrs. Houghton had lived in the White Swan Mobile Home Park in West Deptford for 11 years. She retired in 1986 from the John Wanamaker store in Moorestown, where she had worked as a sales clerk for 20 years. Mrs. Houghton was an active volunteer for Underwood-Memorial Hospital, Woodbury. She was the widow of Robert Houghton.

Survivors: her son, Robert H. Hamilton of Paulsboro; a daughter, Gail Hamilton of Philadelphia, and seven grandchildren.

Services: friends may call, 1 p.m. today, Pettit-McBride Funeral Home, 228 W. Broad St., Paulsboro; funeral, 2 p.m. today, at the funeral home; burial, Hillcrest Memorial Park, Hurffville.

Copyright (c) 1990 The Philadelphia Inquirer1
BurialHillcrest Memorial Park, Hurffville, PA, USA1
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Carmen Correnti1

F, #95411, b. 20 June 1910, d. 22 September 2002

Family: Charles William Lester Houghton b. 25 Nov 1911, d. 21 Aug 1989

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BirthJun 20, 1910CO, USA, age 29 in 1940 census2
Marriage1
Residence1935Denver, CO, USA
1940 Census1940Brighton, Sacramento Co., CA, USA, age 28, cleaners, fancy spotter2
DeathSep 22, 2002Citrus Heights, Sacramento Co., CA, USA
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Brighton, Sacramento, California; Roll: m-t0627-00280; Page: 7A; Enumeration District: 34-19A.

Charles William Lester Houghton Jr1

M, #95412, b. circa 1930

Family: Peggy Jean Light b. 31 Jan 1932

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Birthcirca 1930Denver, CO, USA, age 9 in 1940 census1
MarriageSep 23, 1950Oak Park, Sacramento Co., CA, USA1
ResidenceSacramento, CA
Fair Oaks, CA
Citrus Heights, CA
Corning, CA
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Roger A. Houghton1

M, #95413, b. 19 June 1934, d. 10 March 1990

Family: Shirley A. Stearns

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BirthJun 19, 1934Gardner, MA, USA, age 6 in 1940 census1,2
ResidenceBaldwinville, Worcester Co., MA, USA, for most of his life; owned Houghton Enterprises1
Marriage1
DeathMar 10, 1990Henry Heywood Memorial Hospital, Gardner, MA, USA, age 551
ObituaryMar 12, 1990Worcester, Worcester Co., MA, USA, Worcester Telegram & Gazette (MA) - March 12, 1990
TEMPLETON - Roger A. Houghton, 55, of 25 Pleasant St., Baldwinville, was pronounced dead Saturday afternoon at Henry Heywood Memorial Hospital, Gardner, after he was stricken earlier that afternoon while fighting a fire at Baldwinville Products Co. He leaves his wife, Shirley A. (Stearns) Medeiros Houghton, formerly of Worcester; two stepsons, Robert W. Medeiros of West Yarmouth and Dennis M. Medeiros of Baldwinville; two brothers, Donald P. Houghton of Wayland and Robert E. Houghton of Glastonbury, Conn; three grandchildren; nephews and nieces. He was born in Gardner, son of Calvin E. and Gladyce R.G. (Phelps) Houghton, and lived most of his life in Baldwinville. He graduated from the former Templeton High School in 1954. Mr. Houghton was superintendent of parks, playgrounds and cemeteries in Templeton since 1967. He was also a part-time park ranger for more than 20 years at Beaman Pond and Otter River State Forest. He was a captain in the Baldwinville Fire Department, where he served for 39 years. He also served for more than 25 years in the Meadowood County Area Fire Department in Fitzwilliam, N.H.
Mr. Houghton was a commissioner of the Templeton Light Department for 21 years and a commissioner of the Templeton Sewer Department for eight years. He was a charter board member of the Templeton Housing Authority, and served for many years on several town committees. Mr. Houghton a former member of the Worcester West Forest Fire Wardens Association and the Boston Tapper Club. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Fletcher Funeral Home, 70 Pleasant St., Winchendon. The Rev. Ruth W. Martin and the Rev. Stephanie C. Flynn will officiate. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Baldwinville. Calling hours at the funeral home are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. tomorrow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Roger A. Houghton Memorial Playground Fund, Winchendon Savings Bank, care of Sgt. Raymond Rice, 22 Elm St., Baldwinville, 01436.Copyright (c) 1990 Worcester Telegram & Gazette Corp.1
BurialGreenlawn Cemetery, Baldwinville, Worcester Co., MA, USA1
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, Massachusetts Death Index, 1970-2003 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2005.

Shirley A. Stearns1

F, #95414

Family: Roger A. Houghton b. 19 Jun 1934, d. 10 Mar 1990

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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Donald P. Houghton1

M, #95415, b. 12 January 1928, d. 26 March 2016

Family: Dorothy M. Morrison b. 13 Aug 1931, d. 27 Sep 2013

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BirthJan 12, 1928Fitchberg, MA, USA, age 12 in 1940 census1,2,3
LivingBaldwinsville, MA, USA
Mil. EnlsSeaman First Class with the United States Navy on the U.S.S. Mervines as a machinist. He was a recipient of the Asiatic Pacific Theatre Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.
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Marriage4
Residence2015Wayland, MA, USA, for 60 years1
DeathMar 26, 2016Wayland, MA, USA, age 863
ObituaryMar 31, 2016Donald P. Don Houghton, 88, died peacefully and comfortably on Saturday morning, March 26, 2016 following a period of declining health. He was born in Fitchburg on January 12, 1928 the son of the late Calvin Houghton and Gladys (Phelps) Houghton. Don was the husband of the late Dorothy M. (Morrison) Houghton who died on September 27, 2013. He is the father of Dawn R. Rutherford of Framingham; Dale C. McDevitt and her husband Mike McDevitt of Wichita, KS; David G. Houghton of Wayland and Dana C. Houghton and his wife Stacie Houghton of Sparks, NV. Grandfather of Craig Rutherford; Kayla Rutherford; Katie Sicotte; Christy Salter; Heather Dubois and Elizabeth Houghton. Great-grandfather of Andrew Rutherford; Emma Rutherford and Hayden Salter. Brother of the late Robert Houghton and Roger Houghton and father-in-law of the late Charles W. Chuck Rutherford. Don has been a resident of Wayland for over 60 years and spent his formative years in Baldwinsville. He and his wife Dot were one of the founding families of the Church of the Holy Spirit. For over 50 years he was the personal chauffer for the Paine family of Wayland and also served as caretaker of the Paine Estate. Don was associated for over 30 years with Russells Garden Center in Wayland. He served his country with honor and pride during World War II as a Seaman First Class with the United States Navy on the U.S.S. Mervines as a machinist. He was a recipient of the Asiatic Pacific Theatre Medal and the World War II Victory Medal. He enjoyed building model trains and railroads as well as taking trips on trains. He loved being in Moultonboro, New Hampshire and in the lakes region. Don was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and enjoyed all the family gatherings that they had. At the request of his family, there will be no funeral home visitations. Graveside services will be held on Friday, April 8, 2016 at 11:00 at the Houghton family lot in Lakeview Cemetery, Commonwealth Road (Rte 30W), Wayland. In lieu of flowers his family kindly suggests that memorial gifts in Dons memory be sent to the Residents Recreational Fund at Oak Knoll Health Care Center, 9 Arbetter Drive, Framingham, MA 01701 and would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the John C. Bryant Funeral Home of Wayland. For online condolences and directions please visit www.johnc bryantfuneralhome.com.
Published in MetroWest Daily News on Mar. 31, 20163
BurialApr 8, 2016Lakeview Cemetery, Wayland, MA, USA, Houghton family lot; Commonwealth Road (Rte 30W)
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Templeton, Worcester, Massachusetts; Roll: T627_1655; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 14-275; line 34, dwl 25.
  3. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/metrowestdailynews/…
  4. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/wickedlocal-wayland/…

Robert E. Houghton1

M, #95416, b. 22 January 1932, d. 19 January 2014

Family: Elizabeth Ciechowski d. b 2013

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BirthJan 22, 1932Gardner, MA, USA, age 8 in 1940 census1,2,3
Mil. Serv.US Army in the Korean War
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Marriage3
Immigration1962Glastonbury, CT, USA
DeathJan 19, 2014Salmon Brook Nursing Home, Glastonbury, CT, USA3
ObituaryJan 23, 2014Hartford, CT, USA, Robert E. Houghton, 81, of Glastonbury, husband of the late Elizabeth (Ciechowski) Houghton, died Sunday January 19, 2014 at Salmon Brook Nursing Home. Born January 22, 1932 in Gardner, MA, son of the late Calvin E. and Gladyce (Phelps) Houghton, he had lived in Glastonbury since 1962. He was a Technical Writer at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft for over 35 years retiring in 1991. Bob loved trains and railroads. Bob was president and vice president of the Glastonbury Square Dance Club and worked with the Boy Scouts Troop #34 in Glastonbury. He had received his eight gallon pin from the American Red Cross. Bob served in the US Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Laura and Bruce Larsen of Glastonbury, a son Calvin E. Houghton of Glastonbury and fiancé Kimberly DelGobbo, his friend and traveling companion Dannie O'Brien of Glastonbury, a brother Donald Houghton of Wayland, MA and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by another brother, Roger A. Houghton. A memorial service will be celebrated on Saturday Jan. 25 at 11:30am in the Mulryan Funeral Home, 725 Hebron Ave., Glastonbury. There are no calling hours. Memorial donations may be made to the American Red Cross, 209 Farmington Ave., Farmington, CT. 06032. For online condolences please visit www.mulryanfh.com.


Published in The Hartford Courant jan 23 20143
ResidenceGlastonbury, CT, USA
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  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Laura Houghton Larsen, Sep. 19, 2012.
  3. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hartfordcourant/…

Charles Arthur Houghton1,2,3

M, #95417, b. 6 November 1903, d. 6 December 1992

Family 1: LaVerne Minnie Harrison b. 19 Jul 1902, d. 6 Jul 1939

Family 2: Mary Mecham

  • Marriage*: Charles Arthur Houghton married Mary Mecham on Nov 1, 1940.2

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BirthNov 6, 1903Swadlincote, Derby, England, age 16 in 1920 census1,2,4
MarriageFeb 28, 19282
1940 Census1940Castlegate, UT, USA, age 37, widowed, coal foreman5
MarriageNov 1, 19402
Residence1990Helper, UT, USA2
DeathDec 6, 1992Price, UT, USA, age 892
ObituaryDec 9, 1992Salt Lake City, UT, USA, Salt Lake Tribune, The (UT) - December 9, 1992
Deceased Name: Charles Houghton
Charles Arthur Houghton, 89, of Helper, died December 6, 1992 in Price.

Born November 6, 1903 in Swadlincote, England to Charles and Catherine Burrows Houghton. Married LaVerne Harrison; later deceased. Married Mary Mecham Nov. 1, 1940; later solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple. He was active in the LDS Church, and worked in the coal mines for over 50 years.

Survived by wife, Mary of Helper; and three grandchildren. Preceded in death by daughter, Lois Dansie.

Funeral services will be Thursday, Dec. 10, 1 p.m. in the Helper LDS Stake Center. Friends may call Wednesday, 7-9 p.m. at Faucett Mortuary in Price, and one hour prior to services at the church. Burial, Price City Cemetery.

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(c) 1992 The Salt Lake Tribune.2
BurialDec 10, 1992Price City Cemetery, Price, UT, USA
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  1. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Castle Gate, Carbon, Utah; Roll T625_1862; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 38; line 43, dwl 7-10-10.
  2. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  3. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 273.
  4. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 283.
  5. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Castle Gate, Carbon, Utah; Roll: m-t0627-04211; Page: 10B; Enumeration District: 4-5.

Wilfred Houghton1

M, #95418, b. 26 April 1908, d. 24 April 1956

Family: Ellen (Helen) Vernetta Nielson b. 15 Jun 1913, d. 1987

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BirthApr 26, 1908Castle Gate, Carbon Co., UT, USA, age 12 in 1920 census; age 22 in 1930 census; age 31 in 1940 census2,1,3
Occupation1930coal mine laborer
MarriageSep 18, 1931Castle Dale, Emery Co., UT, USA4,3
Mil. Draft1940Castle Gate, UT, USA, age 32, Occupation:      Utah Fuel Co
DeathApr 24, 1956Price, Carbon Co., UT, USA5
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  1. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 273.
  2. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Castle Gate, Carbon, Utah; Roll T625_1862; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 38; line 43, dwl 7-10-10.
  3. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://eugenehalverson.blogspot.com/2011/12/…
  4. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  5. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 273, 277.

John Thomas Houghton1,2,3

M, #95419, b. 18 October 1909, d. 13 March 1990

Family: Deseret Josephine Gilbert b. 1911, d. b 1990

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BirthOct 18, 1909Castle Gate, Carbon Co., UT, USA, age 10 in 1920 census; age 20 in 1930 census; age 30 in 1940 census1
Occupation1930coal mine laborer
MarriageJul 12, 1932Castle Dale, Emery Co., UT, USA2
1940 Census1940Castle Gate, Carbon Co., UT, USA, age 30, coal production supply car cupler4
DeathMar 13, 1990Castleview Hospital, Castleview, UT, USA, age 802
ObituaryMar 15, 1990Salt Lake, UT, USA, Deseret News, The (Salt Lake City, UT) - March 15, 1990
Deceased Name: DEATH: JOHN T. HOUGHTON
John Thomas Houghton Sr., 80, passed away March 13, 1990, at Castleview Hospital, after a short illness.

Born October 18, 1909 to Charles and Catherine Burrows Houghton, in Castle Gate, Utah. He married Deseret Josephine Gilbert, July 12, 1932, in Castle Dale, Utah; later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple, April 2, 1936. They celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary in July, 1983, with friends and family. Active member LDS Church, he served in the presidency of the Seventies Quorum, stake missionary, ward clerk, counselor in three bishoprics, stake clerk Price North Stake, member High Council in the Price North and Helper Stakes, also served in Sunday School and MIA. Moved to Helper in 1974 when Castle Gate residents were moved to Castle Gate annex of Helper. Member UMWA Local 1681. Union member for 56 years and served on medical and welfare board committees. Preceded in death by wife, son, John Thomas Jr, parents, six brothers and sisters.

Survived by daughter, Mrs. Larry (Joanne) Hyatt, Helper; son, Donald and his wife, Jane, Magna; brother, Charles A. and his wife, Mary Houghton, Helper; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, who were his pride and joy. He will be missed by many family members and lifelong friends.

Funeral services Saturday, March 17, 2 p.m., in the Helper Stake Center, 150 Ridgeway, Helper. Friends may call at Fausett Mortuary, 680 East 100 South, Price, Friday, 6-8 p.m., and one hour prior to services at the church. Burial: Mt.View Cemetery in Helper.

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Copyright (c) 1990 Deseret News Publishing Company
BurialMt.View Cemetery, Helper, UT, USA2
BiographyJOHN THOMAS HOUGHTON THE STORY of MY LIFE by JOHN THOMAS HOUGHTON

I John Thomas Houghton was born 18 October, 1909 at Castlegate, Carbon County Utah, in the house where Reed Jensen now lives in the center of the town. I was named after my maternal Uncle John Thomas Burrows. I was christened 5 December, 1909 by Henry F. Hampson.

My father's name is Charles Houghton he was born 3 March, 1874 in the town of Heather England his father's name was George Houghton and his mother's name was Ann Wragg.

My mother's name was Catherine Burrows she was born 30 May, 1876 in Swannington England. Her father's name was Herbert Burrows, born 11 July, 1848 in Kimberly Nothshire, England and he died 14 January, 1908 in Swaldincote, Derbyshire, England. Her mother's name was Sarah Ann Ward born 21 February, 1848 in Whitwhich Lestershire, England and she died in May 1910 in Swadlincote Derbyshire, England.

I was baptized at the age of eight into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 6 July, 1919 by David McMillan, confirmed the same day by Morgan D. Evans.

I started school when I was 6 years of age. Teachers I remember are: Principal Charles Madsen who still resides in Carbon County in the city of Price; Miss Funk; Miss Edith Jones; Mr. Francis Jex; Miss Ruth Dillon; Principal L. Earl Acord.

I had an adventure when I was in the fourth grade. I was accused of stealing my classmate's ball bat. I denied it but was forced to search for it. I happened to find it and was made to apologize and stand in front of my class for the rest of the day. I was never able to find the guilty person so I was never cleared of the act.

One incident I remember when I was five years of age happened while I was playing with a group of playmates. We were around a bonfire, as children will do, when one of he boys, Lee Pulsipher by name, threw a sack into the fire. Then with a long stick, he pulled the sack from the fire and threw it into the air and it came down on my head. I pulled it away with my right hand. From then on, I carry scars on the right side of my face and on my right hand. I will carry these scars the rest of my life.

I was ordained as a Priest 2 July, 1933 in the Castlegate Ward by Hayden Evans, who is now deceased.

I was ordained an Elder 29 January, 1937 in the Stake House at Price, Utah in a High Priest's Quorum Meeting by Bishop William Berry Stapley. His is Bishop of Castlegate Ward.

I was married to Deseret Josephine Gilbert 12 July, 1932 at Castle Dale, Utah in Emery County by Talesni F. Evans, Justice of the Peace of that town. Our marriage was witnessed by David John Griffiths and his wife, Lucille Mills Griffiths.

We made our home at Castlegate, Utah, first living in rooms owned by Mary Rees and then moving to the Terrace C at the upper end of Castlegate Town. To us was born a baby daughter, 3 March, 1934. She was blessed and given the name of Joanne Earlene Houghton by her maternal grandfather, Victor E. Gilbert on 1 April, 1934.

My wife and I received recommends for the Salt Lake Temple and were sealed for time and all eternity 2 April, 1937. We were married by President George F. Richards and witnessed by Samuel Neff and Lester S. Sciville.

Later we were blessed with a boy who brought joy into our lives. But being an invalid, he was with us until seven days after his fifteenth birthday, then Father in Heaven called him back home to heaven.

Two years later, we were blessed with a baby daughter, Joanne Earlene.


JOHN THOMAS HOUGHTON by JOANNE HOUGHTON HYATT

John Thomas Houghton was born October 28, 1909 in Castle Gate, Utah. His father Charles and his mother Catherine Burrows were born in England. Charles Arthur also was born in England, but his parents immigrated to America while he was young. John Thomas and Wilford ( better known as Bill ) were born in America. Johnny was named after his maternal uncle John Thomas Burrows.

Johnny's father Charles went to work at the age of 9 to help support his three sisters because his father died when Charles was 3 years old. Charles mother also died, leaving his older sister to raise the other children.

Charles and Catherine were converts to the Church. Charles was the only member of his family in England to join the Church. When the family immigrated they settled in Castle Gate, Utah. Charles drove a team of horses for the mine until they purchased some trucks. The next 20 years he drove trucks. Once in an accident he nearly lost his thumb. Charles worked until ill health forced him into retirement.


At the age of five Johnny was burned when some boys placed a gunny sack into a fire and then tired to use a stick to get it back out. The sack was tossed into the air and as it fell back down the burning sack fell on Johnny's face. He tried to remove the sack and his hand was burned. The scars never did fade completely but he realized how luck he was when he was told about one of his sisters who died from burns she received when her nightgown caught fire.

John was typical boy in school. He and his friends played hookey at recess and put their sticks under the schoolhouse while other classes were in session. Once he was the last one out and much to his surprize found himself pulled out by the feet by the principle Charles Madsen when he came to investigate the noise.

Another time he found a bat but was accused of stealing it. He had to stand in the corner as punishment. Sense the real thief was never found he could not prove his innocence and this always bothered him.

Johnny met Josephine when he was asked to dance for a Gold and Green Ball floor show, this was the beginning of their courtship. Johnny was a very good dancer and they attended all the dances they could. They loved to square dance and did so until Jo's arthritis became to painful.

When Jo and Johnny decided to get married they did what so many others were doing, one Saturday after a dance they drove to Castle Dale and were married by a Justice of the Peace, with Dave and Lucille Griffiths as witnesses. Eloping to Castle Dale was the "in thing to do" at that time. Needless to say Jo's Mother was not to pleased and she would not speak to them for several days after this but she finally came around. As years went by Johnny was always called when anything needed doing. Even when Donald was old enough to take care of the furnace, she always called to see if Johnny was going to come up and see if he had done it right.

John and Jo were married when he was working one day a week. They found a lot of ways to fix a bag of onions, a bag of potatoes and tuna fish. They pooled their resources with other neighbors in the terraces to have a change of diet. Those who lived in the terrace became like family and shared many happy times together.

Johnny's and Josephine's marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple, 2 April, 1936 when Joanne was two years old. Joanne has never forgotten the occasion or the twin boy's from New York who shared the nursery while waiting for the time to be sealed to two special people while kneeling around a beautiful deep royal blue alter. What happy memories for a two year old girl.




Later two sons were born, Tommy was an invalid. Tommy needed a lot of love, constant care, and attention but in return his love radiated from him and made all who came in touch with him better people for having known one of God's special spirits. A few days after his 15th birthday he was called back to his heavenly home, leaving a big void in our hearts and in our home, and in our neighborhood friends, old and young, who came to love him too.

Donald had a very rocky start in life. Someone came to work sick with dysentery and all the babies and a lot of mother's became infected. If it hadn't been for Mary (who was Dr. Long's nurse at the time) Donald would not be here today. Her constant nursing care through the night is what saved his life that first night he came home from the hospital. Donald grew up and served a mission in the North Carolina and Georgia area. He and Jane were married while attending BYU. He later joined the Air Force and served as a Security Policeman. Jo and Johnny were proud of his accomplishments and were very willing to give their help and support when needed. They enjoyed having Jane and Tommy stay with them while Jane was waiting to join Donald in England.

Bill, Charley and Johnny were always very close. Bill loved raising pigeons and tinkering with cars, he was a good mechanic. He had quite a sense of humor and a quick smile. Even when he was so sick, when you visited Bill he'd smile and want to know how you were instead of complaining about his problems. Bill's wife, Helen was one kind of a person, she was left with kids to raise alone. It was not easy but she did it, she never stopped worrying about her kids and grandkids even when she had health problems herself.

Charley and Mary were there for Helen and the kids just as they have been for Jo, Johnny and their kids. Always asking what they can do for you or what you need. With health problems of their own, they are ready to help if you need them. They have worried about Johnny since he has been in the nursing home, they have visited him when they could and have been concerned because they haven't been able to see him lately as much as they would like to. Marilyn, Donna and Bern and their families have always been close to Jo and Johnny. Not everyone is fortunate to have special families on both sides who can get together and share the good and the bad, and be there if they were needed.

Johnny has been a member of the U.M.W. of America for 56 years, he was young when he started working. He remembers when the unions were organized and of the shootings and troubles. He was a member of District 22, Local 1681. He worked as a truck driver, car dropper, car repairman and welder. He spent time both inside and outside the mine. Joanne loved to take his lunch bucket to him because the guys would talk to her and tease her. The shop gang were all a good bunch of guys and shared a close brotherhood with each other. Everyone knew when Johnny was coming even the dogs would line the sidewalk for a pat. He loved children and they were attracted to him, he teased and gave them whisker rubs.

Johnny drove the Company Ambulance for many years. He made trips from Castle Gate and Clear Creek to Saint Marks Hospital day or night, good or bad weather.

Johnny was very active in Church, he served in the Sunday School, M.I.A., Stake Missionary, President of the Seventies, counselor in 3 bishoprics, Ward Clerk, Stake Clerk in Price North Stake and High Councilman in Price and Helper Stakes. He loved his church work and was very faithful. His last assignment were Stake Baptisms, Parkdale Nursing Home home evenings and Deseret Industries. It was a sad day when he had to resign because of health.


Johnny and Josephine celebrated their Golden Anniversary the July before Josephine died in 1983. This was a very special event as so many friends and family came to share it with them.

Josephine's sudden death from a heart attack was a great shock to Johnny and the family. They had a great life together with children, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

Johnny gave a lot of help and service to widows and others who needed it. He appreciates all the help, love. and care that was extended to him in the past 6 years he was in the Castle County Care Center.
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Castle Gate, Carbon, Utah; Roll T625_1862; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 38; line 43, dwl 7-10-10.
  2. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  3. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 275.
  4. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Castle Gate, Carbon, Utah; Roll: T627_4211; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 4-5.

Deseret Josephine Gilbert1

F, #95420, b. 1911, d. before 1990

Family: John Thomas Houghton b. 18 Oct 1909, d. 13 Mar 1990

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth1911Winter Quarters, Carbon Co., UT, USA, age 28 in 1940 census2
MarriageJul 12, 1932Castle Dale, Emery Co., UT, USA1
1940 Census1940Castle Gate, Carbon Co., UT, USA, age 30, coal production supply car cupler3
Deathbefore 1990
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 275.
  3. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Castle Gate, Carbon, Utah; Roll: T627_4211; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 4-5.

John Thomas Houghton Jr1

M, #95421, b. 1938, d. before 1990

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth1938Castle Gate, Carbon Co., UT, USA1,2
Deathbefore 19901
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 275.

Joanne Earlene Houghton1

F, #95422, b. 3 March 1934, d. 5 September 2008

Family: Larry Hyatt

  • Marriage*: Joanne Earlene Houghton married Larry Hyatt on Jun 15, 1956 by her father.1

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthMar 3, 1934Castle Gate, Carbon Co., UT, USA, age 6 in 1940 census1
MarriageJun 15, 1956by her father1
Residence1990Helper, UT, USA1
DeathSep 5, 2008Salt Lake City, UT, USA1
ObituarySep 10, 2008Salt Lake City, UT, USA, Salt Lake Tribune, The (UT) - September 10, 2008
Deceased Name: Joanne Earlene Houghton Hyatt
UT United States

Joanne Earlene Houghton Hyatt 1934 ~ 2008 Helper - Joanne Earlene Houghton Hyatt, age 74, returned to her Heavenly Father on Sept. 5, 2008. She was born Mar. 3, 1934 in Castle Gate to John Thomas Houghton, Sr. and Deseret Josephine Gilbert. Joanne and Larry Hyatt were married by her father on June 15, 1956 in his home. Sealed in the Manti Temple for time and all eternity on May 24, 1958. They just celebrated 52 years together. Larry and Joanne are the proud parents of six children. Joanne, a long-time resident of Castle Gate and Helper, graduated from Carbon High School and Carbon College. She had a valiant testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and found great joy doing church service and genealogy research. She was involved in the Carbon County Historical Society where she served a term as President and a member of the Friendship Club. Hobbies and interests included crafts, reading, cooking, collecting, and animal lover. Joanne was a published writer and wrote poetry and rhymes for family and friends. She worked at JC Penney in Price and the Confectionary in Castle Gate. Survived by her wonderful husband, Larry; children: Teal Hyatt, Mark (Michelle) Hyatt, Kim Wing, Chris (Kelly) Hyatt, Vicky (Eldon) Holmes, Tom (Dianne) Hyatt; brother Donald (Jane) Houghton; sister-in-law Sonya (Ron) Prudence; brothers-in-law Mike (Nellie) Golden and James (Addie) Golden; grandchildren: Seasen (Shaun) Ruoti, Brandon (Denise), Tyler (Lindsay), Bronson, Amanda, Ashley, Nicole, Matthew, Ty and Cru Hyatt; Kyle, Keshia and Kody Holmes; Phoenix and Shilo Vanderlinden; great-grandchild: Bentley Hyatt; pets: Maverick and Durango. Preceded in death by her parents John and Josephine Houghton; brother John Thomas (Tommy) Houghton, Jr; in-laws Homer and Melba Hyatt. Funeral services will be Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Helper Stake Center. Viewing on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary in Price and one hour prior to service. Interment Mountain View Cemetery. Funeral services are in the care of Fausett Mortuary.1
BurialMountain View Cemetery, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Larry Hyatt1

M, #95423

Family: Joanne Earlene Houghton b. 3 Mar 1934, d. 5 Sep 2008

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
MarriageJun 15, 1956by her father1
Living2008
ParentsSHomer and Melba Hyatt.
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Donald Earl Houghton1

M, #95424, b. 15 February 1947, d. 9 December 2014

Family: Laura Jane Morton b. 14 Apr 1948

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthFeb 15, 1947Castle Gate, Carbon Co., UT, USA1,2
MarriageSep 6, 19691
Residence1990Magna, UT, USA1
DeathDec 9, 2014Magna, UT, USA
BurialVernal Memory Park, Vernal, UT, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 275.

Laura Jane Morton1

F, #95425, b. 14 April 1948

Family: Donald Earl Houghton b. 15 Feb 1947, d. 9 Dec 2014

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthApr 14, 1948
MarriageSep 6, 19691
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Mary Mecham1,2

F, #95426

Family: Charles Arthur Houghton b. 6 Nov 1903, d. 6 Dec 1992

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
MarriageNov 1, 19401
Living1992Helper, UT, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S1455] Eugene H. Halverson, Smith, Nielson, Hall, & Houghton, p. 283.

Fred C. Houghton1

M, #95427, b. circa 1904

Family: Christine Muldrow b. c 1906

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1904OK, USA, age 26 in 1930 census1
MarriageMay 7, 1924Garfield, OK, USA, age 21 and 192
1930 Census1930Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS, USA, age 26, Negro, garage car washer; family surname is Haughton here2
1940 Census1940Kansas State Penitentiary, Delaware, Leavenworth Co., KS, USA, a Freddie Haughton, Negro, age 40, divorced, inmate
ParentsSparents born in USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.
  2. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Wichita, Sedgwick, Kansas; Roll 720; Page: 13A; Enumeration District: 49; line 1, dwl 309-277-366.

Christine Muldrow1

F, #95428, b. circa 1906

Family: Fred C. Houghton b. c 1904

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1906OK, USA, age 24 in 1930 census1
MarriageMay 7, 1924Garfield, OK, USA, age 21 and 191
ResearchName:      Christine Muldrow
Social Security #:      442247791
Gender:      Female
Birth Date:      13 Apr 1905
Birth Place:      Oklahoma
Death Date:      28 Sep 1982
Death Place:      Solano
Mother's Maiden Name:      Milton
ParentsDparents born in KS
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Wichita, Sedgwick, Kansas; Roll 720; Page: 13A; Enumeration District: 49; line 1, dwl 309-277-366.
  2. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Paul Houghton1

M, #95429, b. 9 January 1927, d. 23 March 1990

Family: Mattie (?)

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthJan 9, 1927Topeka, KS, USA, age 3 2/12, OK, in 1930 census; also Enid, OK1,2
Marriage2
Children+1 son Sammie Ray Webster, OKC, 5 daughters Shirley M. Cox of Aracadia, Hattie M. Summers of OKC, Mattie S. Melton, OKC, Diane Hammon, OKC, Lilly F. Webster, OKC,
DeathMar 23, 1990Oklahoma City, OK, USA, age 632
ObituaryMar 26, 1990Oklahoma City, OK, USA, Daily Oklahoman, The (Oklahoma City, OK) - March 26, 1990
Deceased Name: Paul Houghton
HOUGHTON

Paul, 63, of OKC, passed away March 23, 1990. Born January 9, 1927 in Topeka, Ks, to Freddy and Christine Houghton. He was a cement layer, a lifelong resident of Oklahoma. A member of the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Arcadia. Worked in Edmond for over 30 years. Survived by his wife Mattie of the home, 1 son Sammie Ray Webster, OKC, 5 daughters Shirley M. Cox of Aracadia, Hattie M. Summers of OKC, Mattie S. Melton, OKC, Diane Hammon, OKC, Lilly F. Webster, OKC, 3 sisters Freddie Mae McNack, Sa n Diego, CA, Etta O. Stokes of Beloit, WI, Rev. Pansey Gillum of Watonga, OK, 21 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Arcadia.
Copyright (c) 1990 Oklahoma Publishing Company1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Wichita, Sedgwick, Kansas; Roll 720; Page: 13A; Enumeration District: 49; line 1, dwl 309-277-366.
  2. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

Etta O. Haughton1

F, #95430, b. circa 1929

Family: (?) Stokes

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1929KS, USA, age 1 1/12 in 1930 census1
Marriage2
Residence1990Beloit, Rock Co., WI, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Wichita, Sedgwick, Kansas; Roll 720; Page: 13A; Enumeration District: 49; line 1, dwl 309-277-366.
  2. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.