Jack Houtson's Obituary
Jack Houston March 19, 1945 – November 25, 2025
Jack Houston, age 80, of Dallas, Texas, passed away on November 25, 2025. Born on March 19, 1945, in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, Jack lived a life marked by service, love, and quiet strength.
Jack proudly served his country in the United States Army from October 20, 1965, to October 19, 1971. During his years of service, he distinguished himself as a Private First Class, a skilled sharpshooter, and a dedicated member of the radio communications unit. His commitment to duty and his unwavering sense of honor were hallmarks of his character.
On February 1, 2005, Jack married the love of his life, Kelly Keeler, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Together, they shared two decades of companionship, laughter, and devotion. Jack embraced Kelly’s family as his own and is survived by his beloved wife, Kelly Keeler Houston, and her son, Niel Keeler, who held a special place in Jack’s heart
Jack will be remembered for his humility, his steady presence, and the kindness he extended to everyone he met. His legacy lives on in the lives he touched, and the memories cherished by those who knew him.
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