Ben Porter Houchin Jr.'s Obituary
HOUCHIN, BEN On October 12, 2011, God called Ben Houchin home. But Ben has not left us, he’s only gone ahead of us. No doubt his wife, Mary, was delighted to see him. When Ben passed, it was a peaceful event with family by his side. Ben was survived by his brother, Jerry Houchin; children, Gloria Fisher, Lisa Hill, and Charles Houchin; grandchildren, Jan Brown and Michelle Hill; and great grandchildren, Cooper and Ethan Brown. We will all miss Ben’s jokes, colorful insights and how his godly lifestyle influenced others. This boy from Ladonia grew up with six siblings and the American dream. He accomplished the dream by serving his country in the Korea War, then going on to start his own successful business. In retirement, Ben’s membership at Eastridge Park Christian Church gave him great joy in fellowship, and his walking buddies gave him friends to embellish life’s stories. Ben’s absence will be felt by all who knew him. See you later, B.P. Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00pm, Monday, October 17, 2011 at Restland Funeral Home. Services will be held at 12:30pm, Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at Restland Wildwood Chapel.
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