Donald Houin, 95, passed away on Friday August 21, 2020 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth with his family by his side.
Born in Plymouth Indiana on February 10, 1925 Donald was the son to Jerome and Ethel (Fox) Houin. He married Frances Fortmann on September 25, 1948 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Plymouth. Donald was a lifetime farmer, drove a bus for Plymouth Schools for over 20 years and would mow the lawn for the Knights of Columbus till he was 90 years old. He enjoyed using slices of walnut shells to make crosses as well as other projects. He often gave them as gifts.
Donald was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus in Plymouth.
He is survived by his two sons, Wayne (Mary Kay) Houin of Plymouth and Glen (Di-Ann) Houin of Argos; daughters, Cathy (Kevin) O’Keefe of Bremen and Jane (Dennis) Zeisig of Argos; sister Eleonore DeSchepper of Bremen; 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, wife Frances, siblings: Lucielle, Margaret, Nadine, Patricia Pentlow and grandson Zachary.
Visitation will be held on Saturday September 5, 2020 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 612 N Walnut St, Plymouth, IN 46563. Mass Of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. John Korcsmar, CSC.
A private burial will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions can be sent to St. Michael Catholic Church, 612 N. Walnut St, Plymouth, IN 46563, the Knights of Columbus, 901 E. Jefferson St., Plymouth, IN 46563 or the charity of your choice.
JOHN HOUIN says
My condolences and prayers to all the Family. Don was a hard working, great man!
Judy Newberg says
Sympathy to Don’s family. I had Glenn’s and Jane’s children in first grade and Don and Fran would always come for Grandparent’s Day. One year Don brought me a wooden apple he had made and I have always treasured that. He loved his grandchildren and was very supportive of them. Peace to his memory.
Brian Hazen says
I was sad to hear of Uncle Don’s passing. Sorry for your loss in this difficult time.
Ren and Beverly Van Gilder says
Don was a really nice man. I do remember the beautiful crosses he made and shared with many.
With sympathy,
Ren and Beverly Van Gilder
Elizabeth J Wilcockson says
To the Houin family,
I am so sorry for your loss! Thought and prayers for everyone.
Sincerely.
Betty
Dick and Sue Glant says
The Houin family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Dick and Sue Glant
Bremen
Jim & Linda Houin says
Don was a inspiration to all. A kind & loving person. He will be deeply missed.
Brian and Joy Ritenour says
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Don. He was a good neighbor and a good bus driver. For many years I was able to use that bus ride as my “study hall “ to get my homework done before getting home and going to the barn to do the milking and other chores. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time
Julie Kling says
Our sympathy to you and your family
Becky Hartman Leininger says
I used to talk to Don at the farmer’s market when he went with Carol. Don talked about the things my dad and him did. He had some good stories. So very sorry
Bruce Stauffer says
I am sorry to hear of Dons passing. As a neighbor and a teenager I learned so much from him
working in the summers during my high school years. Don taught me work ethic, honesty, and how
to play basketball.
Theresa Davis says
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Praying for your families.
Paul Levett says
An Amazing life and ripple effect on us all.
Faith, Family and Friends
God Bless
Gloria Hoekstra says
Cousins and family,
I am remembering your dad today and the many tractor rides I took with him. I remember thinking how strong he was and kind and gentle. He was always so proud of the way he set up the woods for hayrides and I can see his smile as he pointed out all the scenes. Uncle Donnie will be missed and remembered. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Kirkley says
Cathy and family, Very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He had a long life. Be well. from an old friend and classmate, Dr. Bill Kirkley
Jan Boos Houin Bean says
Don was a true family man and good friend to many. Sympathies to each of his loving children, grandchildren, and other family members.