Biography: Leitha R. Houck, 78 of Littlestown died Saturday January 9 at her home. She was the wife of Ray F. Houck Jr. who died in 1992. Born July 23 1937 in Edgegrove, she was the daughter of the late John and Susan Keagy Eline. She was a 1956 graduate of Delone Catholic High School. Leitha worked at Sylvia Garments, Trimmer Industries and retired from Hadco of Littlestown. She is survived by sons Christopher R. Houck of Sydney Ohio and Stephen F. Houck of Hanover. Daughters Lori A. Shower of Littlestown and Susan D. Miller of Gettysburg. 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. A brother James J. Eline Sr. of Littlestown and a sister Janet E. McMaster of Littlestown. She was predeceased by brothers William A. and Wayne M. Eline. Leitha loved playing bingo, country music, Ricky Van Shelton and spending time with her family. Mass of Christian Burial is Thursday Jan 14 at 11 A.M. at St. Aloysius Catholic Church with the Rev. James M. Sterner Celebrant. There will be no viewing however the family will receive friends from 6-8 Wed at Little’s Funeral Home with prayers at 8. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Contributions have been asked to go to St. Aloysius Catholicv Church, 29 South Queen St., Littlestown PA 17340. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com.
Words cannot express my shock that Leitha is no longer with us. Many is the time that I went to her with the need for prayer. She always lightened my burden with her kind and gentle way. Leitha, will be truely missed by many. God Bless all of you in your time of grief.
I am heartbroken. Leitha was a true friend. I will miss her laugh, our trips and the phone calls just to say hello. I send my love and prayers to her family. I am so sorry. She was one of a kind and I will miss her more than words can say. She will forever be in my heart..
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