In Memory of Richard Carl Houghton

Richard C. Houghton "Dick" age, 79 formerly of Cumberland RI passed away Friday March 19, 2010. He was the former husband of the late Annette P. Houghton.
Born in Bridgewater, MA. he was the son of the late Walter J. and Ruth (Davidson) Houghton and a graduate of Middleboro High School. He was a Veteran of the US Navy and was a buglar. He was a truck driver for Brooks Lumber in Avon MA for 25 years until his retirement in 1995. He was a member of the VFW, numerous branches, loved all music and played the trumpet, was a cyclist, and loved long rides in the country.
Survivors include: one daughter Theresa Hamblin of Wareham MA, four sons, Richard Houghton and his wife Kimberly of Swansea MA, James Houghton and his wife Susan of East Taunton MA, Gary Houghton and his wife Erin of Taunton MA, Roger Houghton and his fiancé Cindy Clark of Rehoboth MA, one brother Donald Houghton of Wolfeboro NH, 13 grandchildren and one great grandson.
His funeral will be held Monday March 22, 2010 at 12 noon in the Home Of Memorial Tribute At Birchcrest 189 Gardners Neck Rd, Swansea. Visiting hours will be held prior to his service from 10 -12 noon. Contributions in his honor may be made to Disabled Veterans of America, PO Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH 45250

Richards parents were Walter James Houghton b. 1900 Falmouth, Hants Nova Scotia and Zilpha Ruth Davidson b. 1900 of Gaspereau, Kings Nova Scotia. Richard was born 12/2/1930. His only sibling was Donald Neil Houghton b. 10/22/1933.