HOUGHTON, RICHARD

HOUGHTON, RICHARD "Dick" Richmond, VA Passed peacefully on January 16, 2017 with his wife Judy and daughter Kim by his side. He was preceded in death by his son Hunter Houghton, father Brigadier General Junius Houghton, mother Hazel Houghton and his six siblings. Dick is survived by his wife Judy Houghton of Isle of Capri, Florida; daughter Kim Houghton of Arlington, Virginia; and daughter Amy Raven Glave if Richmond, Virginia. Born July 1, 1932 in Hershey, Pennsylvania to a long line of career military, Dick attended the University of Miami and then joined the Navy where he became a Lieutenant JG Navy Pilot. After retiring from the Navy, he worked as pilot for Delta Airlines serving as a Captain for 25 years. Dick spent much of us life in the Everglades that he loved since he was a boy. Throughout his life he was an avid hunter and supporter / defender of The Big Cypress National Preserve. A Memorial Service to honor Dick's life took place on Saturday January 21st, 11:00am at Hodges Josberger Funeral Home 577 E Elkcam Cir Marco Island, FL 34145. Burial services to follow at Marco Island Cemetery. Afterwards a reception will be held at the funeral home. Pastor Curt Ayers of Isle of Capri Christian Church will officiate.