Eileen C. Houk, age 92, of Marion, died Sunday, April 10, 2016 at Heartland of Marion. Eileen was born on March 12, 1924 to the late John and Ethel Carmine.
On May 15, 1948 Eileen marred Fred Houk and together they share a wonderful life together raising their daughter, Sue, until his death on January 5, 2016.
Eileen was an avid shopper and could often be found in Columbus browsing aisle at Lazarus. She was a lifelong member of St. Mary Church where she never missed Mass. She loved to tend to her family’s need and would have dinner ready for Fred when he arrived home from work. Eileen had a huge heart and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Eileen is survived by daughter, Sue (Gary) Allen of Marion; grandchildren, Amy (Eric) Sparling and Jenny (Jason) Elliott; great-grandchildren, Jocelynn, Jordan, Justine, Justice, Conner, and Trenton, and great-great-grandchildren, Bentley, Sophia, and Braxton. Eileen was predeceased by one sister, Maxine Northup.
A graveside service will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 11 AM with Father Thomas Buffer presiding. Memorial donations may be made in Eileen’s honor to St. Mary Church or The American Alzheimer’s Association.
Gunder/Hall & Snyder Funeral Home is honored to serve the Houk family and online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com.
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