Merle E Houck
September 17, 1925 - June 28, 2014
Merle Elizabeth Houck, age 88 died on Saturday, June 28, 2014 in Perry. She worked as a Miami-Dade School Board Secretary for 23 years. Upon leaving Dade County in 1991, she returned to her hometown of Perry. She was of the Protestant faith.  Mrs. Houck is survived by two sons: Jim Houck of Belleview, Washington and Jerry Houck of Ft. Collins, Colorado; one brother: Joyce Mathis of Jacksonville; four grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her husband of 70 years: Jacob Houck; her parents: Pasco Mathis and Clara Donaldson; one son: Jason Houck; two brothers: Otis Mathis and Gilbert Mathis and one sister: Edith Tillis.  A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at Carlton Cemetery with Reverend Billy Gipson officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 1, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home. Beggs Funeral Home Perry Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To send your condolences to the family visit our website at www.beggsfuneral.com.
Merle Elizabeth Houck, age 88 died on Saturday, June 28, 2014 in Perry. She worked as a Miami-Dade School Board Secretary for 23 years. Upon leaving Dade County in 1991, she returned to her hometown of Perry. She was of the Protestant... View Obituary & Service Information