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Author Archives: John Houghton
David in Padova Italy
Left – A picture of David and I (David is on the Left) in front our school “Scuola Ardigo,” in Padova (Padua) Italy (not far from Venice) in 1976. Click on the picture to see a blowup. I remember David … Continue reading
DeDe the Younger Years
Post by Linda Anderson, DeDe’s mother. It is nearly 4 am on August 7, 2011 and I cannot sleep and keep feeling DeDe’s presence, the house is creaking and I keep expecting the microwave oven to start.
It’s What Luke & Ryan Would Do
My wife and I got some Omaha Steaks from relatives, which is a great gift for us because we need to eat and they come frozen and easy to prepare. Anyway, they came with some HUGE chunks of dry ice.
Sunday, August 14, 2pm: Memorial at Watsonville Comunity Hospital
I was contacted by Cindy Weigelt at Watsonville community hospital who let me know that they will place a memorial plaque for the David Houghton family as well as planting an ornamental pear tree in their remembrance.
Helping Babies Get a Good Start
Post by Lucia Orlando (right), a close friend of the Houghton family, shown with DeDe Houghton (left) at Sutter Hospital. I met Dave and DeDe in 1991 when I started dating my husband Darryl Quan. Darryl’s known Dave since they … Continue reading
Ryan: Nachos are the Best!
The title pretty much sums it up. Click here to watch. Nachos are the best!
David’s First Boat
Left - David’s first boat, 1977 in Italy, at Lake Trasimeno, near Perugia, Italy. David loved boats and when we lived in Italy, we would see the boats on sale at the local department store.
Save the Date for the Houghton Family Beach Memorial and Bonfire
All are welcome! Saturday Sept. 10th. Join us in sharing memories and favorite stories. We may have a paddleout depending on ocean conditions.
Sleepovers with Ryan
Above – Picture of Ryan (left) and Zack at Great America on Zack’s last birthday. Ryan died in a plane crash with his family, David, DeDe and Luke, on July 7, 2011. This post was written by Keith and Zack … Continue reading
Plans for Aqua Safaris Scuba Center
Note: New articles posted daily below this one. For easier navigation, we have also added categories to the right (based on subject). First of all, we are overcome with grief and this has been a very hard time for the … Continue reading
Video of Memorial Service
Video of the July 16, 2011 Houghton family memorial service is now available by clicking on the image to the left (or here) which will take you to Vimeo, where it is hosted. Special thanks to Ron Goodman who recorded, … Continue reading
Ryan Loved Babies
Ryan loved babies. He loved them so much that he when he was 2 or 3 years old, he always carried a baby doll with him everywhere he went. He called it baby. Left, Ryan in December of 2003 (at … Continue reading
Let’s go play! …and a remembrance
Post by Chris Upham, a good friend of David’s. Above – David in Mexico. I have written these remarks as I am unable to restrain my emotions. I cannot begin to tell you how diminished I feel. I met Dave … Continue reading
Over The Rainbow
Above – The Chardonnay II off of Light House Point in Santa Cruz as we prepare to spread the ashes of David, DeDe, Luke and Ryan Houghton who died in a plane crash on July 7, 2011. Photo by Sky … Continue reading
Farewell at Lighthouse Point
I need to join my family, but wanted to write a quick post to thank everybody who came out to remember the Hougthon family today. I’ll write more later. We told stories for bit as we sat in the calm … Continue reading
Luke’s Birthday Rememberance
Left – Picture of Luke in Bonaire from last month’s dive trip. Below – Article from Luke’s grandmother, Linda Anderson. Luke David Houghton was born on July 26, 1998, from the moment I saw him I knew he was special. … Continue reading
Hard To Deal With
The grief is hitting me. I couldn’t sleep until 3am this morning. All I could think about was the family. I was thinking about Luke and Ryan and how they were when I last saw them. I dreamed about them. … Continue reading
Scattering of the Ashes – Wednesday
This post was updated Wed, 7/27 at 8:43am. The Sentinel incorrectly printed that the date is tomorrow. It’s today. Viewing location is West Cliff Lighthouse Point (Surfing Museum/Steamers Lane). Also, today is Luke’s birthday, please see posts below. It is … Continue reading
Once Upon A Dream
Above – The David Houghton Family in Bali, 2009. Post by Linda Anderson, DeDe Houghton’s Mom. Last night as I lay sleeping in my own bed, the first time in many nights since the accident, something happened…was it real or … Continue reading
Luke was there, I swear!
The article below was submitted by Nico Schneiter, one of Luke’s closest friends. Ever since I heard that Luke died I have been thinking that I will wake up one day and Luke will be here with us. Luke and … Continue reading
A Mother’s Love is Easy!
Article from Linda Anderson, mother of DeDe Houghton, who died in a plane crash with her family on July 7, 2011. Above – Linda Anderson and her daughter DeDe in 2006. When you have a daughter who lights up your … Continue reading
A Way To Remember the David Houghton Family
Laura Perron and scuba friends were wonderful and made red wrist bands for us to wear to remember the David Houghton Family. The band says “Forever Remember David – DeDe – Luke – Ryan.” These were handed out at the … Continue reading
David Houghton – The Younger Years
David was a good boy and was very sweet. He probably got the itch to travel because my mom likes to travel and we toured Europe as youngsters while touring fine art museums (my mom was an artist). We’ve seen … Continue reading
A Clear Day
Above – View from my parent’s house looking over Santa Cruz into Monterey Bay. You can see the ocean, then above the narrow strip of fog and low clouds, the mountains rise behind Carmel.
The Love That They Shared
Above – A card placed above DeDe’s kitchen window tells of the love they shared. David and DeDe loved each other very much. She believed in him and he loved her dearly. The picture above shows a card from last … Continue reading
Visit To The Crash Site
Above – Site where the Houghton family plane impacted on July 7. New paint helps the cosmetics, but doesn’t heal our broken hearts. Warning: Nothing gruesome below but if you don’t like specifics, you might skip. The specifics aren’t bad … Continue reading
Memorial – Day At The Beach
Every year in Santa Cruz, my bother and DeDe celebrated Day At The Beach, where the handicapped can experience water sports. Normally, my brother and his wife DeDe do the scuba portion, but in their memory, the group placed a … Continue reading
Service Commemorating The David Houghton Family
Above – David Elias remembers the Houghton family who died in a plan crash on July 7. It was comforting to have everybody gather to remember my brother and his family. The pain is deep and it will take a … Continue reading
Luke and Ryan Remembered at DeLaVeaga Elementary School
Above – Ribbons filled out by students as a tribute to Luke and Ryan who perished in a plane crash on July 7. Students assembled tonight to remember Luke and Ryan by creating ribbons and tying them to the fence … Continue reading
Gathering for Luke and Ryan’s Friends Tonight
Above – Luke and Ryan Houghton who perished with their parents in a plane crash last week. From 6 – 7 p.m., there will be a gathering at DeLaveaga in the amphitheater, that will include some families from Branciforte Middle … Continue reading