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Dawn Houghton Obituary

Houghton, Dawn M. Age 47 years beloved daughter of William T. And the late Stella nee Waslewski. Loving sister of Debbie (Louis) Simental, Sherry (Anthony) Simental, and William Mary Anne) Houghton. Fond aunt of Kelly (Pat), Austin, Josh, Tom (Megan), Jake, Kayla, Nicole, Taylor, Ryan (Kenny), Jackson, Maeve, Katie (Ryan) and Timothy. A cherished niece and cousin too many, and a devoted friend to all who knew her. Funeral Friday 9:15 AM from Thomas McInerney's Sons Funeral Home 4635 S. Wallace St., to St. Gabriel Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM. There will be no formal funeral procession from the church to the cemetery. Relatives and friends are asked to gather at Resurrection Cemetery Interment Chapel, 7201 S. Archer Rd., for committal services at 12 o'clock noon. Visitation Thursday 2 PM to 9 PM. For further information please phone 773-268-0703 or visit www.mcinerneyfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 27, 2012.

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lora edburg

March 29, 2012

Dear Houghton Family So Sorry for your loss Dawn was a Great Person.

KATHY RICE

March 29, 2012

TO THE HOUGHTON FAMILY
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. DAWN WAS SUCH A SWEET PERSON.
KATHY RICE

Ed & Ann Ligue

March 29, 2012

To the Houghton Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Dawn was a great person & will always be remembered. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Jacolyn Maher and Dave & Madi Trojanowski

March 29, 2012

Dear Houghton Family,

Dawn was one of a kind!!! I worked w/her years ago (up in the Bleachers) at Wrigley Field; she was the best... had a GREAT personality (no matter what!) and always wore a smile.

Throughout the years we saw each other in the neighborhood (or at Bravos) and we'd say, "Hi" and "Bye",but when she was diagnosed we started talking on Facebook and it was just like old times... she hadn't changed at all; she was the same sweet and chatty person I knew waaaayyyy back when. (lol)

My heart breaks for your loss! I can't believe she's gone so soon, but I do know this... she's in peace. One of the things we talked about was your mom. Dawn always expressed how difficult it was going through this challenge w/o her :( Moms are always wanted and needed during times like that... :/
BUT, they're together now and I'm sure they're both looking down and wishing you peace.

My sympathies are w/all who are left behind; hopefully, your great memories of Dawn (& your mom) will get you through this oh so difficult time.

You are in our prayers!
Hugs,

Glenda Orrick Welborn

March 28, 2012

Dear Family of Dawn, My heart is sadden by your loss of Dawn and a dear friend of mine growing up we lived on same block of 45th an Union, I was recently reconnected with my dear friend after all these years and making plans of a visit to Chicago to only find out Dawn won't be there. Has really sadden my heart for all of you ! I never forgot Dawn even though I moved and our reunion will have too wait for another time and in the mean time I will be praying for God's sweet and complete comfort for all of you !!!

Jennifer Tremore

March 28, 2012

Dear Houghton Family ,
Im sorry for your loss she was a great wonderful person, always full of joy. I remember alot of times being with my dear friend kelly houghton outside washing the car or sitting out and she would come over and chit chat, she was a wonderful person,God has another beautiful angel. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Rest In Paridise Dawn <3

Colleen McFarlane

March 28, 2012

To the Houghton Family,

So sorry for your loss. Sisters are our best lifelong friends. May your happiest memories of Dawn bring you comfort. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Tammie Hanson

March 28, 2012

Dear Houston Family, My prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. May God wrap each one of you in his arms and comfort you. Heaven received a Beautiful Angel ....Rip Dawn

Dawn Tremore

March 27, 2012

Dear Houghton family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and my prayers. She is another beautiful angel sent to look upon you. RIP Dawn.
Dawn Tremore

sharon bandemer

March 27, 2012

May god comfort your family at this sad time. Memories will keep her close. She was so nice when we spoke. Prayers to all of you.

Maureen McFarlane

March 27, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Houghton family at this most difficult and sorrowful time. A sister is a best friend for life and while no one can replace her, I pray that precious memories of the love and joy you shared will give you peace and strength in the days ahead. Know that she will always be with you, sending you love from above. In thoughts.

March 27, 2012

Dear Houghton family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for each and every one of you. I know all to well the hurt of losing a sibling way to young. Memories of Dawn will get you through. My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult time. ~ Kathy & Rick Dineen and Family

Kim Cazeau Goldner

March 27, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very hard time. Dawn was a great person and I will miss seeing her on the porch. You now have another angel to watch over all of you, A special one at that.

NICOLE LIGUE

March 27, 2012

REST IN PEACE DAWN.

NICOLE LIGUE

March 27, 2012

TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY OF DAWN HOUGHTON
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME, DAWN WAS A GREAT.

dorothy denney

March 27, 2012

praying for you at this difficult time.

Darla (Dee) Jenkins

March 27, 2012

Dear Houghton family, my heart aches for all of you. Dawn was a wonderful woman that fought such a hard battle. I will always remember her for her courage, and all the love that you have all given to her. I will be thinking of all of you.

March 27, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this most difficult time. Try and take comfort knowing Dawn is now at peace and reunited with your Mom. Our love to you all. Rich & Jean Barnotes and family

RUTH SULK

March 27, 2012

I AM VERY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF DAWN SHE WAS A GREAT FRIEND TO ALL SHE WILL BE MISSED I HAVE SUCH FOND MEMORIES OF GROWING UP WITH DAWN I WILL MISS MY FRIEND WITH SINCERE THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY

March 27, 2012

The Houghton Family are in our thoughts as you deal with loosing Dawn. She was a great person always so happy and friendly.

Sherry & Mike James and Family

Gigi Cain

March 27, 2012

Dear Houghton Family,

I am sorry for your loss. I am praying for you.

Sharon Kelly

March 27, 2012

I am very sorry for your loss.
Dawn was a very sweet girl. My prayers are with you

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