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Gail Houghtaling Obituary

Gail W. Houghtaling
NORTH AUGUSTA, SC - Memorial Services for Mrs. Gail W. Houghtaling, 78, who entered into rest October 17, 2014, will be conducted Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock from the Posey Funeral Chapel. Rev. James D. Dennis, Jr., officiating. Interment in Cunningham United Methodist Church Cemetery, Palmyra, VA at a later date.
Mrs. Houghtaling was a native of Rome, New York, a former resident of Walton, New York, having made North Augusta her home for the past 6 years. She was an active member of Grace United Methodist Church. Mrs. Houghtaling retired as a Registered Nurse with the State of New York with 24 years of service. She was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed knitting and crafts. She was preceded in death by her brother, Vern Coulter.
Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Vard L. Houghtaling; a son and daughter-in-law, Karl and Pam Houghtaling, Rome, NY; a daughter and son-in-law, Kim and David Wolfe, Martinez, GA; five grandchildren, Brett Ruhm, Bayleigh Ruhm, Candyce Curran, Cory Wolfe and Lillian Wolfe.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2607 Commons Blvd, Augusta, GA 30909.

Posey Funeral Directors of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803.278.1181). Visit the registry at www.poseycares.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Aiken Standard and North Augusta Star on Oct. 22, 2014.

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October 22, 2014

Dear Vard, Kim, David and family,
Our heartfelt sympathy to you in the passing of our dear friend, Gail. We admired her and her boundless energy. We cherish our memory of the good times we shared, and, Bill especially remembers the quick pace and conversation on all the walks with both Gail and Vard.
Most sincerely,
Jell and Bill Miller, Fork Union VA

Gordon Reese

October 21, 2014

Dear Card, Kim, Carl and family. Gordie and I were very saddened to hear of Gail's sudden passing. Our hearts and thoughts are with you all. Sincerely, Gordie and Joanne Reese

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