Obituaries
Erla J. Houck, 72
December 11, 2015
Erla J. Houck, 72, of Mount Joy and formerly of Columbia, was received into the arms of The Lord after a brief illness at Hershey Medical Center on Friday, December 11, 2015, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Lancaster to the late Earl F. Flick, who was killed in WWII when she was 2, and raised by her mother Jean (Mooney) Flick Long and the late William H. Long. She shared 52 years of marriage with Barrie E. Houck.
A 1961 graduate of Columbia High School, Erla worked for the former Acme in Columbia and then at Wilton Armetale in Mount Joy.
A devout Christian, Erla was a shining star for The Lord and her family. She was an active lifelong member of Grace Evangelical Congregational Church, Columbia, where she played the organ, sang in the choir, was a Sunday School teacher and Vacation Bible School director, youth group leader, board member, missions leader and served with the Kids Club of Columbia.
She loved spending time with her family, ladies card club and watching old TV shows and classic movies, and was an avid reader.
Erla waits in Heaven for her mother Jean, husband Barrie, daughter, Deborah J., wife of Norman T. Mable of Lancaster, and their sons, Travis W. Mable, husband of Melanie (Barr) of Savannah, GA, and Derek S. Mable of Lancaster, and their son Robert B. Houck, husband of Susan L. (Schaffer), and their daughter Erica L. Houck and son Gregory R. Houck, all of Wrightsville. Erla also waits for her brothers, Rev. William H. Long, II, husband of Cheryl (Moyle) of Lebanon, and James R. Long, husband of Mary (Markel) of Mountville, her mother-in-law Mabel (Hammer) Houck of Columbia and several nieces and nephews.
Erla’s family thanks the staff of Lancaster General Hospital and Hershey Medical Center for the care and comfort given to her.
The celebration of Erla’s life will take place 3 pm Saturday, December 19, 2015, with Pastor Don Wert officiating, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Erla’s family will greet friends immediately following the celebration. Interment will be private. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace E. C. Church, 36 N. Eighth St., Columbia, PA 17512.
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Condolences to the Family
December 18, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the family. Erla was an oxtraordinary volunteer at Park Elementary with the Good News Club. She was dedicated to the children every week during club seasons. She took great joy in teaching them God’s word and faithfully providing lovingly homemade snacks for over 80 children to enjoy every club day. She will be missed by so many, including our team at Child Evangelism Fellowship. Our thoughts and prayers go out to every family member as well as everyone who was blessed by her.
In His Service,
Mimi Stem
CEF of Lancaster Co.
December 16, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Erla was a long and faithful client of mine at Heatwaves Hair Salon. She will be deeply missed every week. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Julie Landis
December 15, 2015
Erla will be missed you are all in my prayers.I enjoyed working with her on.the missions committee and helping at Bible school also at good news club she made the best snacks. Pat Weisder
December 14, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Erla’s passing. Although we had lost touch Erla is such a huge part of my memories! My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Diane Good for the Good family.
December 13, 2015
So sorry to hear of Erla’s passing. She was a role model for me when I was growing up. We sang together in the choir , taught Sunday School and Bible school together, and became good friends even though the miles separated us. When I visited with my family and joined them at church, I made a point to greet Erla. She will be missed greatly, but she is now in her heavenly home.My sincere sympathy to everyone in the family. Kitty (Kress) Sekol
December 13, 2015
I am Erla’s cousin Kim. She was always an example to me of what a devout Christian woman should be. I loved her laugh and always will remember her willingness to help out with anything at the church. She loved her family. She always cared for her husband Barrie and was very proud of her daughter and son and their families. She will be greatly missed at Christmas Eve celebrations and 4th of July picnics. Rest in peace in the arms of Jesus Erla.
December 13, 2015
sorry for your loss, my condolences to your family.
December 13, 2015
What a blessing this woman is/was and always will be, She truly was a friend too my sister ..Jackie B. she taught me how to sew with a smile, and understand God when I wasn’t even ready for God at the age I was (I knew everything) 🙂 I am thankful She was a part of my life..God Bless and comfort the Houck Family .. Always remember the Happiness she shared with you and so many others… God Love you all ..Shirley Hester Lipscomb
December 13, 2015
So sorry for your loss! Sending prayers and hugs your way! Deb, I used to see your mother each week at Park School helping with the “Good News Club”. She will be missed ! Take care! Cheryl Ronan
December 13, 2015
Erla was one of the finest people I knew when I worked at Wilton Armetale. She always had a smile. I know she will be missed. I extend my deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
A co worker.
December 13, 2015
I’m sorry for your loss…Erla was a great person..she helped my family when we were down. She helped with Thanksgiving dinner one year…her kindness and generosity will never be forgotten…my thoughts and prayers are with the family..she will truly be missed.
Sandy Goodman
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- Saturday, December 19, 2015
- 3:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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