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Dr Irene M Miller Houk

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Birth	:	1 Aug 1921 Columbiana, Columbiana County, Ohio, USA
Death	:	29 May 2013 Mahoning County, Ohio, USA
Burial	:	Columbiana Cemetery, Columbiana, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.8869019, -80.6844025
Description	:	POLAND – Dr. Irene M. Houk, 91, of Poland, passed away early Thursday morning, May 30, at Masternick Memorial Health Center. She was born on August 1, 1921 in Columbiana, the daughter of J. Ellsworth and Ada (Rupert) Miller. Irene graduated from Columbiana High School in 1939. She attended the University of Pittsburgh and attained her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1944. Irene held the position of secretary of her class during this accelerated program, and Irene was the only woman in her class. Irene practiced dentistry at the office located at her home for 54 years. She was a 50 year member... Read More	POLAND – Dr. Irene M. Houk, 91, of Poland, passed away early Thursday morning, May 30, at Masternick Memorial Health Center. She was born on August 1, 1921 in Columbiana, the daughter of J. Ellsworth and Ada (Rupert) Miller. Irene graduated from Columbiana High School in 1939. She attended the University of Pittsburgh and attained her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1944. Irene held the position of secretary of her class during this accelerated program, and Irene was the only woman in her class. Irene practiced dentistry at the office located at her home for 54 years. She was a 50 year member of the Ohio Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the Corydon Palmer Dental Society. Irene was a life-long member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in New Springfield, and functioned in many capacities there. She taught Sunday school for over 50 years, and also was a Bible school teacher. She founded and organized a monthly singles group for those 50 and over to meet at the church for fellowship and activities. A Canfield Fair enthusiast, Irene was an advisor for two 4-H clubs: the Springfield Cooking Teens and the Springfield Booster Boys. She was a watchman for the 4-H horse barns. She operated an information booth for several years, knowing exactly where to tell tired and hungry families to go for a good meal or an excellent exhibit. Irene exhibited many of her needlepoint, cross stitch, and baked goods, winning ‘Best in Show' numerous times, both at the Canfield Fair and at the Columbiana County Fair. Irene was also very interested in education and encouraged the best in all her grandchildren. Both Irene and her grandson Donald held perfect attendance records from seventh grade through graduation from high school. She was a member of the Springfield Local school board for 20 years, serving a couple terms as president. She was named Alumni of the year for Springfield High School, even though she graduated from Columbiana. She actively attended all of her high school and dental school class reunions, and enjoyed keeping in touch with her fellow classmates. Her most special memories centered around her family. Every holiday she brought her grandchildren to her kitchen to create their own special dish for the holiday meal. She loved travelling, and a favorite memory was taking her grandchildren to Disney World and a cruise on ‘The Big Red Boat.' Irene enjoyed cross stitch and made pillowcases for all of her family members. Through 4-H, she was able to help teach all of her grand-daughters cooking and was able to help the attend competitions at the Ohio State Fair, where several won ‘Outstanding of the Day' awards. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Martha (Larry) Halle of Poland; her son, George (Dr. Kathy) Houk of Poland; grandchildren Beth (Daniel) Catlos of Poland, Donald (Bethann) Helle of Canton, Miriam (Kevin) Maughan of Poland, Annie (Jim) Moore of Canfield, and Katie Houk of Poland; and great-grandchildren Abigail, Rebecca, Benjamin, Courtney, Ashley, Lindsey, Kendall, Ryan, James, and John. Irene was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, G. Albertus Houk, whom she married on March 23, 1949 and who passed away on January 6, 1986; an infant daughter, Miriam, who died in 1952; a great-grandson, Tyler Maughan; a brother, Willis Miller; and a sister, Winnie Martin. Source; Seederly-Mong & Beck Funeral Home 04 Jun 2013

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Dr Irene M Miller Houk's memorial is located at: Columbiana Cemetery, Columbiana, Columbiana County, USA.
When did Dr Irene M Miller Houk death?
Dr Irene M Miller Houk death on 29 May 2013 in Mahoning County, Ohio, USA
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Latitude: 40.8869019
Longitude: -80.6844025

Family Members:

Parent

Josiah Ellsworth Miller

(1889 - 1960)

Ada Isaphene Rupert Miller

(1888 - 1972)

Spouse

George Albertus Houk

(1909 - 1986)

Siblings

Winifred Louise “Winnie” Miller Martin

(1923 - 2010)

Willis Elsworth Miller Sr.

(1912 - 1969)

Children

Miriam Ada Houk

(1951 - 1952)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Columbiana Cemetery
Columbiana, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8869019, -80.6844025

2. Schneider Farm Cemetery
North Lima, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9079340, -80.6799890

3. Gleckler Farm Cemetery
Beaver Township, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9068950, -80.6673950

4. Hum Cemetery
Columbiana, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8708000, -80.6603012

5. Laipply Farm Cemetery
North Lima, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9074200, -80.6656600

6. Zion Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery
North Lima, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9067700, -80.7052420

7. Esterly Cemetery
Leetonia, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8886700, -80.7270200

8. Schnurrenberger Cemetery
North Lima, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9144210, -80.6573300

9. Evangelical Church Cemetery
North Lima, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9269560, -80.6832690

10. Nold Mennonite Cemetery
Leetonia, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8771820, -80.7394080

11. Haller Family Cemetery
New Springfield, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9017730, -80.6310080

12. Midway Mennonite Church Cemetery
Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9243400, -80.7183500

13. Lipply Family Cemetery
New Springfield, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9040270, -80.6279780

14. Mount Zion Cemetery
Middleton, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8432940, -80.6604190

15. Pleasant View Mennonite Church Cemetery
Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9223400, -80.7266500

16. Augustine Family Cemetery
North Lima, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9299860, -80.6549260

17. Cool Springs Cemetery
Fairfield Township, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8486820, -80.7263520

18. Quaker Cemetery
Middleton, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8423888, -80.6502534

19. Middleton Friends Cemetery
Middleton, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8347680, -80.6627210

20. Oakdale Cemetery
Leetonia, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8666992, -80.7538986

21. Bethel Cemetery
Knox Township, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8363991, -80.7174988

22. Mount Joy Mennonite Church Cemetery
Leetonia, Columbiana County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8922670, -80.7600100

23. North Lima Mennonite Cemetery
North Lima, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9406200, -80.6531300

24. Mount Olivet Cemetery
North Lima, Mahoning County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9442010, -80.6635200