Mary Jane Houchin

Mary Jane Houchin, 97, of Eddyville, Nebraska, passed away on June 24, 2024, at the Callaway District Hospital in Callaway.

She was born on March 22, 1927, to James B. Kile and Amelia C. Kile (Specht). She grew up in Eddyville, Nebraska and graduated from Eddyville High School with the class of 1945. She married Daniel W. Houchin on November 22, 1948. She devoted her life to raising her children and embracing the farming and ranching lifestyle in the Eddyville area.

Mary Jane is survived by her children, Steven Houchin and Debora (Dennis) McLaughlin; grandchildren, Michael and Jill Houchin, Tricia Houchin and Tyson Christensen, Matthew Houchin and Kristin Houchin, as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James B. Kile and Amelia C. Kile and her husband, Daniel Houchin.

A memorial book signing will take place on Friday, July 12, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at the Eddyville Community Center in Eddyville.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the Eddyville Community Center in Eddyville with Pastor Ryan Findley, officiating. 

Burial will be held at Viola Cemetery.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the Oconto Volunteer Fire Department, Eddyville Volunteer Fire Department or to the Viola Cemetery Fund.

Timm-Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Callaway is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com