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Mary HouchinPassing: January 27, 2025

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BROWNSBURG – Mary Houchin, 66, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025.

Born August 9, 1958, in Boston, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of Charles and Janice Houchin.

Mary was a 1976 graduate of Mitchell High School and received her Master’s Degree from Indiana State University.  She spent her life as a special education teacher and after retirement, volunteered for adults with special needs.  Mary loved to travel and enjoyed card night with her friends.

Surviving are her sister, Sarah (Steve) Jennings of Bedford; niece, Samantha Jennings; and nephew, Jerod Jennings.

Her parents and brothers, Mark Houchin and Paul Houchin, preceded her in death.

Cremation was chosen.

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24 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Susan Eager | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 7, 2025
    Sarah, my prayers are with you and your family. May each of you be comforted by good memories. Love you dear friend.
  2. Guest: Brandon Schwenk | Lizton, IN
    Date: February 6, 2025
    I used to work with Mary. I loved the jokes and stories she would tell. She was a passionate advocate for her fellow teachers. Mary, you'll be missed.
  3. Guest: Stephanie Hardman | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: February 5, 2025
    So so sad to hear of your sister Mary passing away. Bless your heart!! So happy to hear of her dedication to Special Education! And, all of the memories growing up together with you, your sister Mary, your brothers Mark & Paul, and your Momma Jan made me smile happy tears. I can still see ALL your happy smiles, still hear your witty & teasing conversations, and remember your great personalities like it was yesterday!! Love you my friend, Sarah!!
  4. Guest: Rob Belcher | Indianapolis Indiana
    Date: February 4, 2025
    I met Mary through my work at the state teachers union. I worked with Mary’s school where she was president of her union. I still remember the first thing she said to me when I met her in 2014, “How long will you be here?” Direct and to the point. I appreciated that in her. She was a strong advocate for her teachers and would not back down from administration when she knew she was right. Even after retiring she kept an eye on things in education. Teachers have lost a good friend. Rest easy Mary.
  5. Guest: Diane Nugent | Mitchell
    Date: February 4, 2025
    Sarah- Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You and Your Family.
  6. Guest: Mary Kleihege | Mitchell
    Date: February 4, 2025
    Sarah, So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. I have many fond memories of Jan and all of your family. Rest in peace Mary, (and Jan, Mark ,and Paul.)
  7. Guest: Sandalee Jeffries | Mitchell
    Date: February 3, 2025
    I’m so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was a sweet classmate. God bless her for teaching special needs kids and volunteering with adults. May she rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus. I’m sorry Sarah..
  8. Guest: Debi Winters | Bloomington Indiana
    Date: February 3, 2025
    I love you Sarah, big hugs to you. There are so many sweet memories growing up with you all. Even though Mary was older I always loved having conversations with her. RIP cousin Mary
  9. Guest: Roy D Myers | Mesquite, NV
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Sarah, Sorry for your loss!!!!
  10. Guest: Eddie Hatfield | Mitchell
    Date: February 3, 2025
    I went to many a class with her in school. Very sorry for your loss. Awesome that someone from Mitchell High School did something "good" for the little people. God is happy!
  11. Guest: Keely Thomas | Grove City, OH
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Sarah and family, I am so sorry to hear about Mary! So many fond memories back in the day of all your family and mine on North 9th St. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you! What a reunion in Heaven! Much love!
  12. Guest: Cathy | Williams, IN 47470
    Date: February 3, 2025
    So sorry for your loss Sarah. I have a lot of great memories of Mary when we traveled back and forth to Vincennes. She was a very kind and caring person. I will keep you in my prayers.
  13. Guest: Shanna Freeman | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 3, 2025
    I graduated with Mary and this breaks my heart. Mary was a wonderful person who cared deeply for others and always had a smile and a kind word. Sarah, I am so very, very sorry. I don't know why life has to he so painful sometimes. Prayers for you to find the peace and comfort that only God can give during this painful time. Love you Sarah! Shanna
  14. Guest: Tim and Tina Earl | Williams, IN
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Love and prayers for Sarah, Steve, and Samantha.
  15. Guest: Jennifer Warren | Bloomington, IN
    Date: February 3, 2025
    So sorry for your loss Sarah, my thoughts and prayers for your family.
  16. Guest: Roberta Henderson | Merrill MI
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Sarah, so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Roberta
  17. Guest: Roberta Henderson | Merrill, MI
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Sarah, I
  18. Guest: Paula Redding Greathouse Paulk | Bloomington, Ind
    Date: February 3, 2025
    I graduated with Mary and shared several classes with her throughout our years at Mitchell. She was always so much fun, kind and loved her family! Rest in Heaven Mary. Sending you my sincere condolences and prayers Sarah and family.
  19. Guest: Timothy Edward Phillips | Lanesville
    Date: February 3, 2025
    So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Prayers for the family.
  20. Guest: Jackie(Kimble) and Randy Grimes | Salem indiana
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Sending prayers and condolences to Mary's family and friends. She was a classmate and so much fun to talk with. So sorry for your loss.🙏🙏🙏🙏
  21. Guest: Polly Hooker | South Bend Indiana
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Dear Sarah and family, I send prayers and love. You, your Mother, and Mary were so good to my Mother. I still have a cardigan sweat shirt Mary gave Mother one Christmas..with cardinals on it. Xox Polly
  22. Guest: Joey D. Slone | Mitchell
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Very Sorry To Hear About Mary's Passing. Prayers To Sarah & Family
  23. Guest: Beth Doub | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Prayers for Sarah and family.
  24. Guest: Beth Terry | Mitchell, IN
    Date: February 3, 2025
    Sarah, I am so sorry to read that your sister has passed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.