John M. Hough1

M, #107761, b. circa 1878

Family: Ella T. Hough b. c 1876

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1878NJ, USA, age 32 in 1910 census1
Marriage1
1910 Census1910Trenton, NJ, USA, age 32, railroad train starter1
ParentsSparents born in PA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Trenton Ward 7, Mercer, New Jersey; Roll: T624_897; Page: 5A; Enumeration District: 0071; FHL microfilm: 1374910.

Virginia (?)1

F, #107762, b. circa 1920

Family: Charles Houghton b. c 1916

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1920NJ, USA, age 20 in 1940 census1
Marriage1
1940 Census1940Trenton, Mercer Co., NJ, USA, age 23 WPA construction laborer1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Trenton, Mercer, New Jersey; Roll: T627_2434; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 27-23.

John Houten1

M, #107763, b. circa 1791

Family: Elizabeth (?) b. c 1808

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1791NJ, USA, age 59 in 1850 census; age 68 in 1860 census1
Marriage1
1850 Census1850Montgomery, Somerset Co., NJ, USA, age 59, farmer1
1860 CensusSep 7, 1860Montgomery, Somerset Co., NJ, USA, age 68, farmer2
DuplicateMontgomery, NJ, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Montgomery, Somerset, New Jersey; Roll: M432_463; Page: 386A; Image: 304.
  2. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Montgomery, Somerset, New Jersey; Roll: M653_708; Page: 866; Image: 289; Family History Library Film: 803708.

Elizabeth (?)1

F, #107764, b. circa 1808

Family: John Houten b. c 1791

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1808NJ, USA, age 42 in 1850 census; age 56 in 1860 census1
Marriage1
1850 Census1850Montgomery, Somerset Co., NJ, USA, age 59, farmer1
1860 CensusSep 7, 1860Montgomery, Somerset Co., NJ, USA, age 68, farmer2
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Montgomery, Somerset, New Jersey; Roll: M432_463; Page: 386A; Image: 304.
  2. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Montgomery, Somerset, New Jersey; Roll: M653_708; Page: 866; Image: 289; Family History Library Film: 803708.

Sarah Snook

F, #107765, b. circa 1830

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1830NJ, USA, age 20 in 1850 census
Pedigree

David Snook1

M, #107766, b. circa 1832

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1832NJ, USA, age 18 in 1850 census; age 26 in 1860 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Montgomery, Somerset, New Jersey; Roll: M432_463; Page: 386A; Image: 304.

Jane L. Houten1

F, #107767, b. circa 1836

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1836NJ, USA, age 14 in 1850 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Montgomery, Somerset, New Jersey; Roll: M432_463; Page: 386A; Image: 304.

Edin F. Houghton1

M, #107768, b. circa 1872

Family:

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1872NJ, USA, age 68 in 1940 census1
1940 Census1940New Brunswick, Middlesex Co., NJ, USA, age 68, married, retail building materials executive1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , New Brunswick, Middlesex, New Jersey; Roll: T627_2360; Page: 61B; Enumeration District: 12-71.

Ruth Houghton1

F, #107769, b. circa 1900

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1900NJ, USA, age 40 in 1940 census1
1940 Census1940New Brunswick, Middlesex Co., NJ, USA, age 68, married, retail building materials executive1
Divorce1940
Occupation1940sanitary supplies mfg secretary
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , New Brunswick, Middlesex, New Jersey; Roll: T627_2360; Page: 61B; Enumeration District: 12-71.

William Ralph Houghton1

M, #107770, b. circa 1936, d. 25 May 2018

Family: Elizabeth Darlene Wenman b. c 1938

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1936Kenosha, Kenosha Co., WI, USA, age 4 in 1940 census1
Mil. EnlsUS Army
Research
Marriagecirca 19582
Living2018San Antonio, TX, USA
DeathMay 25, 2018San Antonio, TX, USA, of Alzheimer's
ObituaryMay 31, 2018William "Bill" Ralph Houghton, 82, passed away on May 25, 2018, at Autumn Leaves Assisted Living Memory Care Home in San Antonio, Texas, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was the husband of Elizabeth (Betty) Darlene (Wenman) Houghton. They shared 60 years of marriage together. Born in Kenosha, Wis., Bill was the son of Dr. Ralph Houghton and Jennie (Wilhelmy) Houghton. He attended and graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School in Kenosha, Wis. He was employed by American Motors Corporation, followed by Chrysler Motors and worked as an electrician until the age of 50. He then retired and moved to San Antonio, Texas, where he had served in the U.S. Army as a young man.

Bill had a passion for fixing anything and everything, but his greatest accomplishments involved repairing and repainting automobiles both as a hobby and as service for numerous patrons. Upon moving to Texas, Bill fulfilled his dream of constructing their new home and even built a covered bridge to cross when entering the property that was featured on KENS 5 News. He also enjoyed gardening and landscaping his 2 acres of land in Texas. His many pets held a very special place in his heart. Bill worked endlessly to support his wife, Betty, and their large family of six children. He will be remembered by many as a family man whose talents were in the areas of art and invention. Bill's work ethic is difficult to match. In his words, "Do the job right, or don't do it at all!"

He is survived by his wife, Betty, and five of his children: Laurie (Kevin) Brothers, Sandee (Mark) Gardinier, Sue (Chris) Tenuta, Gina (Patrick) Ware, and Mike (Casey) Houghton, and eleven grandchildren: Matt and Lindsey Brothers, Ryan and Brett Gardinier, Alan Houghton, Dan and Nick Tenuta, Brennan (Reagan) and Jenna Ware, and Charlie and Adi Houghton, and great-granddaughters: Scarlett and Athena Ware. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Ralph and Jennie Houghton, his brothers, Robert and Thomas Houghton, his sister, Mary Lou (Reis) Houghton, and his son, Robert Alan Houghton.

There will be a private memorial service in San Antonio, Texas for Bill's family. Bill's family would like to thank all of the employees at Autumn Leaves and Encompass Hospice for the kindness and compassion they exemplified through their caregiving in these last difficult months. Memorial donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association at: Alzheimer's Association / P.O. Box 96011 / Washington, D.C. / 20090-6011, online at https://act.alz.org, or by phone, call 800-272-3900. Bill would also be honored by any donations made to the Humane Society. Published online at KenoshaNews.com on May 31, 2018
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Kenosha, Kenosha, Wisconsin; Roll: T627_4487; Page: 63B; Enumeration District: 30-5.
  2. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Elizabeth Darlene Wenman1,2

F, #107771, b. circa 1938

Family: William Ralph Houghton b. c 1936, d. 25 May 2018

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1938
Marriagecirca 19581
Living2018San Antonio, TX, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…
  2. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sanantonio/obituary.aspx

Laurie Houghton1

F, #107772

Family: Kevin Brothers

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthWI, USA1
Marriage
Living2018Pleasant Prairie, TX, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Kevin Brothers

M, #107773

Family: Laurie Houghton

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Marriage
Pedigree

Sandee Houghton1

F, #107774

Family: Mark Gardinier

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthWI, USA1
Marriage1
Living2014Kenosha, WI, USA1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Mark Gardinier1

M, #107775

Family: Sandee Houghton

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Marriage1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Sue Houghton1

F, #107776, b. circa 1966

Family: Chris Tenuta

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1966WI, USA1
Marriage1
Living2014Kenosha, WI, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Chris Tenuta1

M, #107777

Family: Sue Houghton b. c 1966

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Marriage1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Virginia Houghton1

F, #107778

Family: Patrick Ware

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthWI, USA1
Marriage1
Living2014San Antonio, TX, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Patrick Ware1

M, #107779

Family: Virginia Houghton

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Marriage1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Michael Houghton1

M, #107780

Family: Casey (?)

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthWI, USA1
Marriage1
Living2014San Antonio, TX, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Casey (?)1

F, #107781

Family: Michael Houghton

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Marriage1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://tributes.theage.com.au/obituaries/theage-au/…

Mary Lou Houghton1

F, #107782, b. 14 October 1930, d. 28 May 2004

Family: Dr Paul George Reis

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthOct 14, 1930Kenosha, WI, USA, age 9 in 1940 census1
1950 US Census1950Madison, WI, USA, age 19, state university waitress; lodger
MarriageMay 2, 1953Kenosha, WI, USA
DeathMay 28, 2004WI, USA
ObituaryMay 30, 2004Mary Lou Houghton Reis
"Chickie"
Born October 14, 1930 passed away at home on Friday, May 28, 2004 at the age of 73.
She was the daughter of Dr. Ralph and Mrs. Jennie Wilhelmy Houghton of Kenosha, Wl. Mary Lou graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School in Kenosha, Wl, attended the University of Wisconsin, and graduated in 1952 from Barat College of the Sacred Heart in Lake Forest, IL with a degree in sociology. She was an accomplished artist and seamstress, making all of her own clothes, and won first prize for a quilt at a MD quilt show. Her interests also included gardening, genealogy, travel, Civil War history and NASCAR races. She was a member of the Academy of Lifelong Learning and an active member of the American Assoelation of University Women (AAUW) for over 40 years. At St. John the Beloved School, she volunteered in the library, repairing books, for 28 years. Chickie was extremely active in girl scouting for 63 years - as a scout, a leader, and eventually training leaders. She was the founder of the Alumni Friends of Scouting, an organization that was founded to support wider opportunities in scouting.
Chickie was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Houghton; and a grandson, Joseph Reis. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Dr. Paul George Reis; and children, Robert G. and his wife, Phyllis, of Parkesburg, PA, Richard C. and his wife, Debra, of Phoenixville, PA, Kitty Reis Coughlan and her husband, James, of Fairfax, DE, Michael P. of Wilmington, DE, Betsy Reis Zehnder and her husband, Barry, of Middletown,
DE, Thomas E. of Portsmouth, NH and James B. and his fiancée, Meegan, of Eliot, ME. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, Lynn, Michael. Cindy, Jennie, Debby, David, Cathy, Thomas, Patty; and 2 brothers, Thomas J. Houghton of Kenosha, WI and William Houghton of San Antonio, TX.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing on Tuesday evening, Junel, at the DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME, 3200 Limestone Rd., Pike Creek, from 7-9. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, June 2, at 12 noon at St. John the Beloved Church, 907 Milltown Rd. Burial will follow in All Saints Cemetery.

Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Kenosha, Kenosha, Wisconsin; Roll: T627_4487; Page: 63B; Enumeration District: 30-5.

Rachel Mead(e)1

F, #107783

Family: Orrin D. Hart b. c 1817

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
MarriageNov 17, 18641
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1508] Unknown author, "unknown short article title", #3; Ask our Genealogist column; p. 9.

Coral Joy Blett1

F, #107784, b. 19 October 1958, d. 15 July 2002

Family: Joseph Mark Baggett b. 18 Dec 1949, d. 16 May 2014

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthOct 19, 1958East Grand Rapids, Kent Co., MI, USA1
Marriage1
DeathJul 15, 2002Grand Rapids, Kent Co., MI, USA1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Ernest Barton Blett IV, Aug 30, 2014.

Joseph Mark Baggett1

M, #107785, b. 18 December 1949, d. 16 May 2014

Family: Coral Joy Blett b. 19 Oct 1958, d. 15 Jul 2002

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthDec 18, 1949Westlock, Alberta, Canada1
Marriage1
DeathMay 16, 2014Westlock, Alberta, Canada1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Ernest Barton Blett IV, Aug 30, 2014.

Arlette Carol Duykers1

F, #107786, b. 11 November 1930, d. 15 August 2014

Family: Ret. Lt. Col. Rodney Edward Houghton b. 14 Sep 1928, d. 27 Jan 1995

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthNov 11, 1930Chicago, Cook Co., IL, USA1
MarriageAug 14, 1950San Bernardino Co., CA, USA, for 46 years1
DeathAug 15, 2014Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Co., CA, USA1
ObituaryAug 31, 2014Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Co., CA, USA, Arlette Carol Houghton (11/11/30 - 8/15/14)

On August 15, 2014 a bright light went out, at least on earth. Since then the world has not been the same for her family and friends who miss her very much, already.

Arlette, a long-time resident of SB, passed peacefully in her home after a long battle with MDS/Leukemia. Born in Chicago, as Arlette Carol Duykers (then, Favell), she eventually relocated to San Bernardino where she met and married her high-school sweetheart, Rodney E. Houghton, a fellow "Aggie," who was her passion for 46 years, until his passing.

Arlette will be remembered as a big-hearted "character" who took a deep interest in people. She enjoyed volunteering for sick children and others less fortunate. She could be described as hard-working, imaginative and creative, intelligent, strong, energetic, and loyal to those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Arlette faithfully served as an Air Force wife on more than ten assignments spanning 22 years, from the U.S. to Morocco, Spain, Hawaii, and the Philippines. At each relocation, she quickly met the challenge to establish a home and a life for the family, making many friends along the way (at one point her Christmas card list was over 300 people!).

Arlette enjoyed living in Santa Barbara, where she had a reputation as a private swim instructor, influencing students from 6 months to adult. Many went on to succeed at local and NCAA swimming events. She was also an avid reader, conversationalist, guitar player, and gardener.

Arlette was the committed wife of Ret. Lt. Col. Rodney E. Houghton, loving Mother to son Christopher Briggs Houghton of south Florida, and daughter Shawn Houghton, of Santa Barbara/SF Bay Area (now living in France). She is also survived by Bruce Duykers, Norma Duykers and family, and Mrs. Warren (Joey) Houghton and family. Arlette adored the nursing staff at Cottage Hospital, and her caregiver, Kitty, to whom the family is grateful for their love and attention.

A family ceremony will be held at the S.B. Cemetery's Urn Garden on September 20 followed by a gathering for those wishing to attend. Please contact Shawn for details: shhought@gmail.com. Arlette generously supported the Paralyzed Veterans of America, and has requested, in lieu of flowers, that others consider a donation as well (Please contact Stacy Ale at stacya@pva.org, or visit www.pva.org ).

Her family would like to wish all who knew her peace and comfort at this time. Let us share in the joy of her homecoming--She is finally free, and most likely singing and dancing with the angels! (p.s. Hope you liked it, Mom!)


Published in The Santa Barbara News-Press Online Edition from Aug. 31 to Sept. 4, 2014
BurialSep 20, 2014Sant Barbara Cemetery's Urn Garden, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Co., CA, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/newspress/obituary.aspx

Christopher Briggs Houghton1

M, #107787, b. circa 1953

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1953CA, USA1
Living2014Deerfield Beach, FL, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/newspress/obituary.aspx

Shawn Houghton1

F, #107788, b. circa 1957

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 1957CA, USA1
Living2014France
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/newspress/obituary.aspx

Joey (?)1

F, #107789

Family: Warren Benjamin Houghton b. 31 Dec 1924, d. 14 Aug 1988

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Marriage1
Living2014
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/newspress/obituary.aspx

(?) Benedict1

M, #107790

Family: Myrta Beebe b. Dec 1868, d. 1916

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthKS, USA
Marriage1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1484] Billion Graves.com, online Billion Graves.com, http://billiongraves.com/pages/record/…