Donald 'Don' Houghton

October 19, 1953 - June 24, 2017

Donald ‘Don’ L. Houghton, age 63, passed away June 24, 2017 unexpectedly. He was born on October 19, 1953 to the late Robert and Myra Houghton. Don was a lifelong resident of Lake County and graduate of Grayslake High School, where he was a three sport athlete. He worked as an electrician for the IBEW #150 for 43 years. He also was an apprentice instructor for over 20 years as well as a business agent for the union. Don enjoyed snowmobiling and was an avid Chicago sports fan, cheering on the Blackhawks, Cubs, Bears, and Sox. He is survived by his loving wife Laurie; children Casey (Rick) Waiting, Katie (Chris) Kruk, and Michelle Houghton; grandchildren Ricky Waiting, Michael O’Brien, and Bear Waiting; siblings Jim (Sandi) Houghton, Tom (Ree) Houghton, and Bill (Debbie) Houghton and uncle of many nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2017 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Ringa Funeral Home, 122 S. Milwaukee Ave, Lake Villa, IL 60046. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to American Diabetes Association, 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202.