Remembering Vernon Houghton
May 24, 1929 ~ January 3, 2012 It is with the deepest regret and sadness that the family of Vernon Leslie Houghton, wishes to announce his passing on January 3rd, 2012 at the age of 82. Dad was born on the family farm on May 24, 1929 and was the youngest of seven children. After working at many different jobs from a very early age Vern married Lorna Hatt on April 19th 1952 and they settled in Rowley where he bought grain for many years. In the early 70's opportunity came knocking and he was able to fulfil his lifelong dream of farming for himself. This he did until 1989 when they retired and moved to Drumheller. Vern was predeceased by his loving wife of 52 years Lorna, in March of 2005. In the spring of 2010 due to failing health he went to reside in the Continuing Care Unit of the Drumheller Health Centre where he remained until his passing.
Vern is survived by; his brother Ivan (Ann) of Rimbey AB., his two sons Rob (Becky) and Brent. As well as the very special loves of his life his grandchildren: Christopher Houghton, of York England Victoria and Cole Houghton of Drumheller.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday January 12, 2012 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with Father Mario Basque officiating. Internment will take place in the Drumheller Municipal cemetery.
Should anyone so desire, donations in Dads name can be made to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation 351-9th Street NW Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y1
