Barbara Jean Houghton1

F, #80281, b. 20 August 1927

Family: John Richard Plants

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthAug 20, 1927Jasonville, IN, USA, age 2 5/12 in 1930 census; age 12 in 1940 census1
EducationUniversity of Michigan
1950 US Census1950Lansing, MI, USA, age 22, executive office secretary
Children+Jack (Pam), David (Rebecca) and Karen Plants
Marriage2
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Jasonville, Greene Co., IN; Roll: 590; Enumeration District: 27; page 34; sheet 13A; line 37; dwl 329-336.
  2. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, Terre Haute, IN Tribune - 24 Nov 2005.

Edna Blakley1

F, #80282, b. circa 1908, d. 2006

Family: Leonard D. Houghton

Biography

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Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1908IL, USA, age 21 in 1930 census; age 32 in 1940 census2
Marriagecirca 1925age 23 and 171
1930 Census1930Jordan, Jsaper Co., IN, USA, age 28, manager, general farm1
Residence1935rural, Henry Co., IL, USA, and children
1940 Census1940Bishops Hill Village, Weller, Henry Co., IL, USA, age 37, inspector, Caterpillar Tractor Co.2
1950 US Census1950Donovan, IL, USA, age 48, blacksmith, blacksmith shop
Death2006
ParentsDfather born in IL, mother born in IN
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Jordan, Jasper Co., IN; Roll: 594; Enumeration District: 6; page 47; sheet 4A; line 29; dwl 84-84.
  2. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Weller, Henry, Illinois; Roll: T627_812; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 37-51.

Betty Houghton1

F, #80283, b. 3 February 1926, d. 1 March 2012

Family: Dale W Webster

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthFeb 3, 1926IL, USA, age 4 2/12 in 1930 census; age 14 in 1940 census1
Marriage
DeathMar 1, 2012
ObituaryDonovan, Ill. - Betty H. Webster, 86, of Donovan, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2012, at Merkle-Knipprath Nursing Home in Clifton.

She was born Wednesday, February 3, 1926, in Fairmont, the daughter of Leonard and Edna Blakely Houghton.

On February 23, 1947, she married Dale Webster at Donovan Christian Church; he survives in Donovan.

Mrs. Webster graduated from St. Mary's School of Nursing in 1947 as a registered nurse. During her career, she worked at several hospitals including Iroquois Memorial Hospital, Provena St. Mary's Hospital, Riverside Hospital, and Hackley Hospital. She was a very active member of Donovan United Methodist Church, member of the Ford-Iroquois Home Extension, and member of the Quilter's Club. She enjoyed quilting, traveling, gardening, and especially reading.

Also surviving Mrs. Webster are five sons and six daughters-in-law, Bryan and Michelle Webster of Ft. Wayne, Ind., Thomas and Marian Webster of Donovan, Kevin and Kathy Webster of Martinton, Leland and Diana Webster of Sheldon, Bruce and Teresa Webster of Martinton, Mary Jo Everroad of Bloomington; one sister, Marianne Seibring of Watseka; 18 grandchildren, Mark (Tina) Webster, Kristin (Chris) Ishmiel, Jason Webster, Nicholas Webster, Amy Webster, Tammy (Pete) Grzelak, Corey Webster, Carrie Webster, Kelly Webster, Zachary (Megan) Webster, Mitchell Cambridge, Mason Cambridge, Travis (Shannon) Cambridge, Lindsay (Matt) Maple, Teri (Nick) Tincher, Landon Webster, Andrea (Barry) Wilson, Emily Webster; 17 great grandchildren, Carissa Webster, Zeph Webster, Catlyn, Cacie, Samantha Ishmiel, Joel Ishmiel, Carrington Grzelak, Brendan Grzelak, Reno Webster, Waylon Webster, Charlie Cambridge, Addisson Cambridge, Haven Maple, Tayla Maple, Colbi Maple, Dirk Tincher, Liberty Wilson, and Tucker Wilson; one great, great grandson, Jude Wild; and many nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Webster is preceded in death by her parents, one son, D. Douglas Webster; one daughter-in-law, Melanie Webster; and one brother, Leon Houghton.
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Jordan, Jasper Co., IN; Roll: 594; Enumeration District: 6; page 47; sheet 4A; line 29; dwl 84-84.

Marion Houghton1

F, #80284, b. circa 1928

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1928IL, USA, age 2 5/12 in 1930 census; age 12 in 1940 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Jordan, Jasper Co., IN; Roll: 594; Enumeration District: 6; page 47; sheet 4A; line 29; dwl 84-84.

Leon Houghton1

M, #80285, b. circa 1929

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1929IL, USA, age 1 4/12 in 1930 census; age 11, IL, in 1940 census1
1950 US Census1950Preoria, IL, USA, age 36, single, retail liquor co. bartender; and nephew Leon
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Jordan, Jasper Co., IN; Roll: 594; Enumeration District: 6; page 47; sheet 4A; line 29; dwl 84-84.

Frank Colestus Houghton1,2

M, #80286, b. 22 January 1894, d. 12 October 1957

Family: Alma Marie Poff

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthJan 22, 1894St. Joseph Co., IN, USA, Jan 1893, age 7 in 1900 census; age 26, MI & IN, in 1920 census; age 36 in 1930 census; age 46 in 1940 census1
1900 Census1900Penn Twp, Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN, USA, an "inmate" at the Children's Aid Society3
1920 Census1920South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN, USA, age 26, trunk factory laborer; with uncle and aunt, Arthur and Margaret Spinetta
MarriageMay 26, 1920South Bend, IN, USA, age 27 and 231
1930 Census1930Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN, USA, age 36, farmer1
1940 Census1940Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN, USA, age 46, farmer4
Mil. DraftApr 27, 1942WWII, age 48
ResidenceApr 27, 1942Etna, Koscioskco Co., IN, USA, occupation: Schult Trailers Inc, Elkhart IN
1950 US Census1950Etna, IN, USA, age 56, trailer factory trimmer
DeathOct 12, 1957Anderson, IN, USA, of asphyxia, due to suicide by hanging by neck, in a hotel
ParentsSfather born in VA/IN/MN, mother born in MI/IN/IA1
Duplicate
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN; Roll: 598; Enumeration District: 4; page 17; sheet 1A; line 35; dwl 9-9.
  2. [S1323] "WWII Draft Registration 1942", WW2_2281789.
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Penn Twp, Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN, Box 92, Vol. 67?, E.D. 114?, Sh. 2, Ln. 12.
  4. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Etna, Kosciusko, Indiana; Roll: T627_1062; Page: 6B; Enumeration District: 43-4.

Alma Marie Poff1

F, #80287, b. circa 1898, d. 1956

Family: Frank Colestus Houghton

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1898IN, USA, age 32 in 1930 census; age 42 in 1940 census1
MarriageMay 26, 1920South Bend, IN, USA, age 27 and 231
1930 Census1930Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN, USA, age 36, farmer1
1940 Census1940Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN, USA, age 46, farmer2
1950 US Census1950Etna, IN, USA, age 56, trailer factory trimmer
Death1956
ParentsDparents born in IN
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN; Roll: 598; Enumeration District: 4; page 17; sheet 1A; line 35; dwl 9-9.
  2. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Etna, Kosciusko, Indiana; Roll: T627_1062; Page: 6B; Enumeration District: 43-4.

Alice Marie Houghton1

F, #80288, b. 1921

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth1921IN, USA, age 8 in 1930 census; age 18 in 1940 census1,2
ResidenceApr 27, 1942South Bend, IN, USA
Mil. EnlsMar 9, 1944Indianapolis, IN, USA, Name: Alice M Houghton Birth Year: 1921 Race: White, citizen Nativity State or Country: Indiana State: Indiana County or City: St Joseph Enlistment Date: 9 Mar 1944 Enlistment State: Indiana Enlistment City: Indianapolis Branch: Womens Army Corps Branch Code: Womens Army Corps Grade Code: Private Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law Component: Womens Army Corps Source: Civil Life Education: 2 years of college Civil Occupation: Projectionist, Motion Picture or Stenographer or Teletypewriter Operator or Typist or Court Reporter or Stenotype Operator or Clerk-Typist Marital Status: Single, without dependents2
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN; Roll: 598; Enumeration District: 4; page 17; sheet 1A; line 35; dwl 9-9.
  2. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, U.S. World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946 Record.

Ralph Edward Houghton1,2

M, #80289, b. 8 November 1922, d. 24 September 2013

Family: Zulema Delilah Carroll

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthNov 8, 1922South Bend, IN, USA, age 7 in 1930 census; age 17 in 1940 census1
Mil. Enlsbetween Jan, 1943 and Nov, 1945Toledo, OH, USA, Sergeant, US Army, WWII; Name: Ralph E Houghton Birth Year: 1922 Race: White, citizen Nativity State or Country: Indiana State: U.S. At Large Enlistment Date: 15 Jan 1943 Enlistment State: Ohio Enlistment City: Toledo Branch: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA Branch Code: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA Grade: Private Grade Code: Private Education: 4 years of high school Civil Occupation: Motorcycle Mechanic or Packer, High Explosives (Munitions worker, ammunition. ) or Toolroom Keeper or Stock Clerk or Stock Control Clerk Marital Status: Single, without dependents Height: 68 Weight: 1292
ResearchJan 15, 1943
MarriageAug 20, 1943
1950 US Census1950Etna Green, IN, USA, age 27, filling station manager
DeathSep 24, 2013Warsaw, IN, USA
ObituaryRalph Edward Houghton, 90 passed away at 12:40 PM, September 24, 2013 in Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw, Indiana.

He was born November 8, 1922 in South Bend, Indiana the son of Frank and Alma (Poff) Houghton, who are deceased. He was united in marriage to Zulema Delilah Carroll, who survives. They celebrated 71 years of marriage this year.

Ralph faithfully served his country during World War II (Jan. 1943 – Nov. 1945) in the United States Army as a Sergeant in the Northern France Central Europe campaigns under the command of Dwight D. Eisenhower. He was wounded in Brest, France August 27, 1944. He was awarded two Purple Hearts, two Bronze Stars for meritorious achievement in ground combat against the armed enemy during WWII in Northern France. He received the WWII Victory Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the Combat Infantry Badge. He is also an Honoree Charter Member of the World War II Museum in New Orleans, LA.

Ralph was a very happy, loving, and caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He loved to laugh and to tell jokes, and he was a great traveler with his life-long wife, companion, and friend, Zulema.

He was part owner and dedicated worker at the Pyramid Oil Company in Etna Green, Indiana for many years. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Etna Green and an Etna Green Volunteer Fireman for numerous years. He also belonged to the Masonic Lodge, Ancient Scottish Rites and the American Legion.

Surviving is his wife, Zulema, two daughters: Dianna Holderman (Dean) of Bremen, Indiana, Connie Armey (Roger) of Warsaw, Indiana and a son Rick Houghton (Delia) of Paw Paw, Michigan, a sister, Shirley Houghton of LA Habra, CA. Also surviving are children of Dianna and Dean; Lori, Tammy, Christopher, Cheri and Tara; children of Connie and Roger: Michelle, Melissa, Scott, Kristy, Kimberly and Kayla; and children of Rick and Delia; Steven, Amy, Rebecca and Mark. Also surviving are spouses of the grandchildren and several great-grandchildren, and his special kittens; Chloe and Molly.

Ralph was preceded in death by his sister, Alice (Houghton) Singleton (Vance).
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN; Roll: 598; Enumeration District: 4; page 17; sheet 1A; line 35; dwl 9-9.
  2. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, U.S. World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946 Record.

Shirley Maxine Houghton1

F, #80290, b. circa 1927

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1927IN, USA, age 3 in 1930 census; age 13 in 1940 census1
Duplicate
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Etna, Kosciusko Co., IN; Roll: 598; Enumeration District: 4; page 17; sheet 1A; line 35; dwl 9-9.

Mary E. Peters1

F, #80291, b. 6 April 1894

Family: Edwin Clair Houghton

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthApr 6, 1894IN, USA, age 27 in 1920 census; age 37 in 1930 census; age 42 in 1940 census1,2
MarriageNov 11, 1916Cass Co., IN, USA, age 23 and 24; Carroll county marriages, Edwin C Houghton 2: Mary E Peters Marriage Date: 11 Nov 1916 County: Cass Book: 37 Original Source Page: 160 Date: 06 Apr 18941
1920 Census1920Logansport, Cass Co., IN, USA, age 24, railroad brakeman3
1930 Census1930Hammond, Lake Co., IN, USA, age 36, superintendent, Motor Coach; and Mary's parents Henry A. and Saluda J. Peters, 63 and 571
ParentsDHenry A. and Saluda A. Peters, born in OH and VA respectively
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Hammond, Lake Co., IN; Roll: 602; Enumeration District: 154; page 131, sheet 6A; line 6; dwl 97-97-141.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Janet Hall, Aug. 13, 2012.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Logansport Ward 1, Cass, Indiana; Roll: T625_425; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 22; line 18, dwl 216-140-161.

Georgia Houghton1

F, #80292, b. circa 1900

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1900MO, USA, age 30 in 1930 census1
1930 Census1930Hammond, Lake Co., IN, USA, age 30, public school teacher1
ParentsSfather born in MI, mother born in MO1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Hammond, Lake Co., IN; Roll: 602; Enumeration District: 154; page 132, sheet 7A; line 26; dwl 176.

Felix O. Howton1

M, #80293, b. 13 December 1861

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthDec 13, 18611
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Alpha D. Howton1

F, #80294, b. 5 March 1865

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthMar 5, 18651
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Charley C. Howton1

M, #80295, b. 13 February 1867

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthFeb 13, 18671
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Oliver Lee Howton1

M, #80296, b. 7 June 1869, d. 1943

Family: Terra Ann Gilbert

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthJun 7, 18691
MarriageFeb 13, 18861
Death19431
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

William M. Howton1

M, #80297, b. 13 April 1872

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthApr 13, 18721
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Cornelia Ann Howton1

F, #80298, b. 17 August 1874

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthAug 17, 18741
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Ellen Larah Howton1

F, #80299, b. 5 October 1876

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthOct 5, 18761
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Rosalee Howton1

F, #80300, b. 19 November 1878

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthNov 19, 18781
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Lugenia Howton1

F, #80301, b. 17 April 1881

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthApr 17, 18811
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Terra Ann Gilbert1

F, #80302

Family: Oliver Lee Howton

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
MarriageFeb 13, 18861
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Aubrey L. Howton1

M, #80303, b. 22 January 1887, d. 27 May 1934

Family: Annie Bell Mills

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthJan 22, 18871
MarriageDec 11, 19071
DeathMay 27, 19341
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Charley L. Howton1

M, #80304, b. 30 September 1889, d. 19 November 1950

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthSep 30, 18891
DeathNov 19, 19501
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Annie Bell Mills1

F, #80305, b. 30 August 1883, d. 6 November 1918

Family: Aubrey L. Howton

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthAug 30, 18831
MarriageDec 11, 19071
DeathNov 6, 19181
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Rosa Lee Howton1

F, #80306, b. 28 October 1909, d. 29 October 1978

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthOct 28, 19091
DeathOct 29, 19781
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Peachie Howton1

F, #80307

Biography

Corresponded with authorY
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectY
Birth1
Contributn
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Claude Howton1

M, #80308, b. 11 November 1908, d. 20 April 1926

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthNov 11, 19081
DeathApr 20, 19261
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

Annie Mills Howton1

F, #80309, b. November 1918, d. November 1918

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthNov, 19181
DeathNov, 19181
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Peachie Howton, Mar 11, 2005.

May Houghton1

F, #80310, b. circa 1855

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1855OH, USA, age 75 in 1930 census1
1930 Census1930Indianapolis Home for Aged Women, Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN, USA, age 75, inmate, widow1
ParentsDparents born in OH
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN; Roll: T626_607; Enumeration District: 42; page 253, sheet 3A; line 23.