Herbert Houghten

Herbert E. Houghten age 97 of St. Johns, MI, passed away, Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at Ashley Care Center, Ashley, MI.

A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 2:00 P.M., with Pastor Ellen Zienert officiating.  Visitation will take place from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service.  Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery at a later date.

Herbert was born in Troy, MI on June 6, 1919, the son of Lester and Blanche (Weaver) Houghten.  Herbert and his father owned and operated the Houghten Lumber Co. in St. Johns until 1963.  He went on to be a real estate broker and built residential homes.  Herbert was a World War II Veteran serving with the 10th Armored Division in Europe. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and three Battle Stars, as well as the Good Conduct Medal, the European Victory Medal, and the Occupation Medal. He was a member of the American Legion, Past Commander of the St. Johns VFW, a life member of the St. Johns Masonic Lodge and a member of the St. Johns United Methodist church.

He is survived by his son Paul Houghten, brothers; Glen Houghten of Shelby Township, MI, and Elmer and Nancy Houghten of Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Dorothy, and daughter Patricia.

Memorials may be made to St. Johns First United Methodist Church.  Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI.