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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, LCpl David Houck, 25 years old, born on October 10, 1979, and passed away on November 26, 2004. We will remember him forever.
November 26, 2014
November 26, 2014
I was thinking about this last night, and had to come leave a message. As today is the 10 year anniversary of Dave leaving us on this earth and going to be with God in heaven for his eternity, 2004 was a hard year for me. I lost my beloved grandmother who was like a 2nd mother to me, on July 31st, and then Dave on Nov 26th. I have several pictures of him through out the house, and as much as I miss him, I know that his parents Momma Hawk and Dad Hawk, and his blood siblings miss him more than I do. And I know that his brothers and sisters in the Corps think of him and miss greatly. A part of our hearts is no longer with us, but up in heaven. I miss getting his emails, I miss his jokes, and his quirky personality. And no matter what kind of a day you were having, he ALWAYS knew how to make you see the silver lining and positive side of things, and to make you laugh and smile. He was always a ray of light when other things were dark and dull. I miss him so very, VERY much, and wish that he were here right now to give me a hug. He gave the very best hugs in the world, and could sometimes express more in a hug, than could ever be expressed with words, and he knew this. Dave, I love you, and I miss you, and will one day be reunited with you in heaven. <3
November 23, 2014
November 23, 2014
May God bless the Marines, Sailors and families of 1/8. We will not forget!  Charlie and Karen Fredrickson
November 23, 2014
November 23, 2014
Prior to deploying the guys were always looking for a place to go to get away from the barracks, to take their minds off of training, and what they were about to go do. My husband and I consistently had the guys over to our house to hang out and cook out. I got to know many of the Marines this way, including Hauck. I remember sitting with him on our back steps enjoying the nice sunny weather and having a pleasant conversation about our babies, music, and piercings. This is the memory that stands out the strongest for me...it's a warm comforting feeling. It was a great day. I highly doubt this was the same day he pierced my tongue, cause that hurt! ;) I'm thankful he was such a brilliant person, and executed the ordeal so well. I'll never forget him, that's for sure! I've got the scar to remind me. <3 Miss you Houck!
November 16, 2014
November 16, 2014
Dave was one of my very best friends in this universe. We had known each other for close to 10 years when he passed. He was just one of those people that if you didn't like him or get along with him, it wasn't him. It was you. When I found out he had become a Marine, I thought, 'that's the absolute perfect fit for you'! He made me smile every time I opened my emails from him. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't miss him. I love and miss him every day. ♡

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November 26, 2014
November 26, 2014
I was thinking about this last night, and had to come leave a message. As today is the 10 year anniversary of Dave leaving us on this earth and going to be with God in heaven for his eternity, 2004 was a hard year for me. I lost my beloved grandmother who was like a 2nd mother to me, on July 31st, and then Dave on Nov 26th. I have several pictures of him through out the house, and as much as I miss him, I know that his parents Momma Hawk and Dad Hawk, and his blood siblings miss him more than I do. And I know that his brothers and sisters in the Corps think of him and miss greatly. A part of our hearts is no longer with us, but up in heaven. I miss getting his emails, I miss his jokes, and his quirky personality. And no matter what kind of a day you were having, he ALWAYS knew how to make you see the silver lining and positive side of things, and to make you laugh and smile. He was always a ray of light when other things were dark and dull. I miss him so very, VERY much, and wish that he were here right now to give me a hug. He gave the very best hugs in the world, and could sometimes express more in a hug, than could ever be expressed with words, and he knew this. Dave, I love you, and I miss you, and will one day be reunited with you in heaven. <3
November 23, 2014
November 23, 2014
May God bless the Marines, Sailors and families of 1/8. We will not forget!  Charlie and Karen Fredrickson
November 23, 2014
November 23, 2014
Prior to deploying the guys were always looking for a place to go to get away from the barracks, to take their minds off of training, and what they were about to go do. My husband and I consistently had the guys over to our house to hang out and cook out. I got to know many of the Marines this way, including Hauck. I remember sitting with him on our back steps enjoying the nice sunny weather and having a pleasant conversation about our babies, music, and piercings. This is the memory that stands out the strongest for me...it's a warm comforting feeling. It was a great day. I highly doubt this was the same day he pierced my tongue, cause that hurt! ;) I'm thankful he was such a brilliant person, and executed the ordeal so well. I'll never forget him, that's for sure! I've got the scar to remind me. <3 Miss you Houck!
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Last talk with Dave

November 26, 2014

I remember the last conversation I had with Dave.  It was roughly 30 minutes before he died.  Another Platoon in our Company had discovered a large weapons cache and it was being blown in place by an engineer team.  Our squad was taking shelter in a house while the cache was being blown in place.  After the large explosion generated by the destruction of the cache Dave and I were outside waiting to move out.  Dave found a small bird that had been injured by the explosion.  He held the dying bird in his hand and he seemed to be genuinly touched by the small creature's suffering.  Amidst all the destruction we had been living in he still had it in his heart to care about such an insignificant creature.  Dave and I talked about the wastes that war created.  He was upset that the bird had to suffer.  By that point most of us were hardened to the suffering, but not Dave.  That's just the type of guy he was.  He was able to maintain his compassion despite what the world threw at him.

Dave the clown and dare devil

November 23, 2014

I was the youngest of the five houck children. David was the middle child. He was the clown and dare devil. I remember this one time that we were walking the family dog Tasha. I don't remember who all was with me but I do know it was I, Micah, David, and dad (I think). We were walking along side of a road that had a metal guard rail. This was in Pennsylvania. Dave wanted to see if he could walk the guard rail line a tight rope. I remember it was cold and the rail was slippery. As he proceeded to walk it, I remember him slipping and falling off the rail on the road side. While he was slipping he managed to catch his knee also. Whoever was there proceeded to take Dave back as quick as possible to the house and then hospital. I walked home with the other person and our dog. Once he came back with dad his leg was in a boot like thing and of course he needed stitches. We all took turns helping Dave get around the house until he got back on his feet. There several more stories that I'm sure we could share. One time David and I were horsing around in the basement. He was carrying me around like a sack of potatoes. It was all fun and games but then David lost his grip. I went falling backwards and hit my head. I was ok. We went upstairs and acted like nothing ever happened. Dave will always be missed and loved. ☺️☺️☺️☺️

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