Kenneth E. Houghton, 61, of Bronson passed away Monday, October 20, 2025 at his home.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Bronson.
Prior to the service a gathering of family and friends will be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m. There will be a rosary held prior starting at 10:30 a.m.
Interment will take place following the service at Bronson City Cemetery.
Ken was born July 22, 1964 to Elmer S. and Judith D. (Hopkins) Houghton, in Coldwater. He honorably served as a member of the National Guard. He spent 33 years with Elaine Lirot who was very special to him.
In his free time Ken enjoyed spending time outdoors. This included mushroom hunting, deer hunting, and fishing. He was truly a loving and caring person. He will be greatly missed by many.
Ken is survived by his significant other Elaine Lirot; his father and stepmother Elmer (Jackie) Houghton; his sister Robin (Bryan) Schultz; his special children Ronda (Jody) Muehlfeld; Kevin (Connie) Lirot; 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
Ken is preceded in death by his grandparents; his mother Judith Daughenbaugh; his stepfather Sam Daughenbaugh; and his brother Steven Houghton.
Memorial donations may be directed to the First Congregational Church in Bronson.
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