George Louden Houghton, age 88, of Fruitland, Florida, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2016, following a lengthy illness. He was a native of Mount Clemens, Michigan and a son of the late Ralph H. and Virginia L. Phillips Houghton. Mr. Houghton retired in 2004 after fifty years as President of the Aeromark Corporation. He was a U. S. Air Force Veteran. Mr. Houghton leaves behind to cherish his memories, his loving wife, Marliseay Baker Houghton. A Masonic Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, October 29, 2016, in the Evergreen Cemetery. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with the Houghton family through our complimentary, interactive Book of Memories at www.ledfordfuneralhomes.com. Robert Ledford Funeral Home, 720 Ohio Avenue, Erwin, is privileged to serve the Houghton family. (423) 743-1380.