He was a professional painter and had great pride in his work. He is now painting the pearly gates of heaven. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, swimming, grilling, and spending time with his family and friends.
Dale was close to his Uncle Marty and Aunt Terri Townson. He was loved by many other aunts, uncles, nephew, nieces, and cousins as well.
He is survived by his wife/partner, Maritza Ford-Houston; his daughters, Heather Ann Houston, Sabrina Diann Houston-Blanton (Thomas), and Marcella Jane Gwen Houston; his son, Raymond Dale Houston (Tristen); nine grandchildren; his sister, Rhonda L. Almeda (Gregory); his brother, Brandon L. Houston (Kimberly); and his father, Raymond L. Houston.
He is predeceased by his mother, Marcella Ann Hockett.
