At his home on Monday, April 11, 2022 at the age of 82 with Mary, his loving wife of 55 years by his side.
Loving father of R. Andrew Houghton, Rhonda Brouyette (Scott), Brenda Miller (Jack). Devoted Poppa of Diandra Houghton, Rachael, Becky, Meghan, Neveah and Titan Brouyette, Brittany, Nicole and Christopher Miller. Dear brother of Roy Houghton (Susan), Donna Steeves (Gerald), Glen Houghton (late Lucille), Carol Petrie (Don), Lee Houghton (Carolyn), Jean McVicar (Arch), Jim Houghton (Bonnie) and predeceased by sister Nancy Leah. Brother-in-law of Fred Hotchkiss (Audrey) and Ron Bernard (late Shirl) and predeceased by Paul Hotchkiss and Barbara Hotchkiss. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Born in Southern Ontario, Ron moved to Sault Ste. Marie and became the weatherman with Environment Canada, opening and closing the local office after 35 years. He spent many years as a member of the Sault Ste. Marie Lions Club, where he collected thousands of pairs of used eyeglasses and hearing aids. Among many other things, Ron assisted the many volunteers who organized "Dreams Take Flight" for children to have the opportunity to go to Disney World in Florida. As an avid outdoorsman, Ron and his brothers gathered for the past 51 years for their annual fishing trip.
Friends are invited to visit with family on Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 10:30-12:30. Memorial service to follow in the chapel at 1 pm with Mrs. Helen Smith officiating. Friends are invited to view the service online starting at 1 pm on Saturday, April 16, 2022 and can be viewed anytime up to 90 days. Go to www.funeraweb.tv and select Ronald's name to view the service. Interment to follow at Greenwood cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Sault Ste. Marie Lions Club or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Houghton family.
Members of Lions are requested to assemble at Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel for a memorial service for the late Lion Ron Houghton at 1 pm on Saturday, April 16, 2022.