Message from Thomas j

Just thinking about what a good guy you were. Miss him.

A candle was lit by A candle was lit by Charlene Grant. My love forever. on June 13, 2022 3:08 AM

A candle was lit by Jason Price and Family RIP Good Brother on August 16, 2017 12:09 AM

Message from Jason Price

Our deepest sympathy to the Houston Family and that our prayers are with you .
Stay strong and keep your head up 1 love !

A candle was lit by Chaplain James Brown on August 1, 2017 6:43 PM

A candle was lit by Latisha collins on August 1, 2017 6:35 PM

A candle was lit by Chaplain James Brown on August 1, 2017 6:34 PM

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Dearest Houston Family,
On behalf of International Christian Brotherhood (ICB) & It's Chaplain Team, I herby offer heartfelt and deep condolences in regard to Walter Houston's Passing. Please know that though we did not know Walter Personally, He was in our thoughts and Prayers the moment Brother Michael Houston informed us he was ill.

Be encouraged that Walter belonged to God who gave his Family & the rest of us the opportunity to know & be known...Love & be Loved by Walter. God has numbered all of our days and knows when He wants us to come Home to be with Him. Since God is Life incarnate...when his Spirit & Word is in us, death cannot have the final victory. The Bible says that body returns to the dust, but the Spirit returns to God who gave it...but the soul who's been cleansed by the blood of Jesus Christ & Forgiven of Sins Shall live forever. This is the Victory we are believing God for in regard to the Soul of Walter Houston, that his absence from his body...Means he is Present with the Lord. Houston Family, please be comforted with these truths from the Word of God:

Isaiah 26:19 (NLT)
"But those who die in the Lord will live;
their bodies will rise again!
Those who sleep in the earth
will rise up and sing for joy!
For your life-giving light will fall like dew
on your people in the place of the dead!"

1 Corinthians 15:53-55 (NIRV)
"Our natural bodies don’t last forever. They must be dressed with what does last forever. What dies must be dressed with what does not die. In fact, that is going to happen. What does not last will be dressed with what lasts forever. What dies will be dressed with what does not die. Then what is written will come true. It says, “Death has been swallowed up. It has lost the battle.”
“Death, where is the victory you thought you had?
Death, where is your sting?”


With Love,
Chaplain James Brown
INTERNATION CHRISTIAN BROTHERHOOD
Chaplain Team

Message from Mona Stokes

Walter was very special to me. At one point he lived with me. He stayed a while to protect me from the abuse I was facing. His boxing skill would of definitely come in handy. He took me to work and was there when I got off. We went to church and studied the bible together, he was quite the debator. He even got me eating egg foo young, which tasted better than it looked. He helped teach me how to drive, even though I scared him so bad going down a one way street. He looked after my children as they were young at the time. He comforted me as I cried from life traumas. When I was confused in what I thought was love he would always say " love is a splendid thing" and laugh. No matter what he was dealing with he stayed strong and positive.

We stayed in touch, but not as often like years past. He loved his children and tried to be a good father. He loved his mom Gisbatine Houston and siblings Aaron Houston, Pat Houston, Mike Houston Sr. Felicia Edwards-Noel, Charlie Houston, neices/nephews - Geneva Rose Houston, etc.. I reminise on the trials and victories we shared together. He knew the Lord and he loved praise and worship. Walter, I can't call you to update you any more. You are now one of the great cloud of witnesses watching and waiting for us to surrender to the Most High God. I love you and will miss you!

My prayer is for the family, loved ones and friends to be strengthen with might though this season knowing that we can do all things through Yahusha (Christ) who gives us strength.

Shalom my cousin, my friend. Till we meet again...

Expression of Sympathy

A DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on August 1, 2017

Words seem inadequate to express the loss of cousin Walter. We are here to support you in your grieving process. With sincere sympathy. Love, Lamont and the entire family.

A candle was lit by Mona Stokes on August 1, 2017 3:46 PM

A candle was lit by Thomas j on August 1, 2017 1:32 PM

A candle was lit by Felicia's friends from CBRE on August 1, 2017 1:01 PM

Message from Michael Houston (nephew)

233 pages was the first book that I read that was that long. It was called Mrs Frisby and the rats of Nimh. Bright orange cover with a rat riding a crow as the illustration. That summer I was staying with Niel and Allison and you told us that we had to do a book report. I kept procrastinating and Allison was complaining and Niel was used to it. Interesting combination indeed. I was looking in their bookshelf searching for something and then I came across the book. I was like whatever, its something, but as I kept reading I became engulfed in it. I remember reading it every chance that I got. It was because of you Uncle Walter that I fell in love with reading. I remember our philosophical talks especially about race and how I would refer to white people as “white people” and you refer to them as “Europeans” Your political correctness was outstanding. It was because of you that I learned when to become political correct when the time calls for it. Whether you realized it or not, you imparted principles on not just me but everyone. You had such a subtle way of sliding some gems of knowledge that it hits you when the time is right. I can say for certain every time I use the word European, you’re the first thought that comes to mind. You had a laugh that was steady in pitch. I used to imitate it because I found it amusing. It was a laugh that made me laugh. The joy in it brought joy around. Rarely angry, always smiling, Uncle Walter your very humble nature has always touched my heart and for that I am so very grateful. I love you and may you watch over us all.

Love your nephew,
Michael Houston

A candle was lit by Geneva Houston on August 1, 2017 12:32 AM

Expression of Sympathy

A TRADITION AND SPLENDOR was sent on July 31, 2017

Rest In Peace Cousin Walter. You're Gone, But Never Forgotten! Fly with the Angels,! Love Colette and Family

Message from Carmichel Joseph

My sympathy to the Houston family. God confort you in this of sorrow.

A candle was lit by Karen D. on July 31, 2017 5:41 PM

A candle was lit by Allyse granello on July 29, 2017 6:49 PM

A candle was lit by Aaron Houston Jr. on July 29, 2017 11:32 AM

A candle was lit by Patrick Griffiths on July 28, 2017 12:33 PM

A candle was lit by Lynnette your neighbor on July 28, 2017 7:58 AM

A candle was lit by Emerson and Patricia Willis on July 28, 2017 1:36 AM

Message from Sheila R.

My deepest condolences ... Walter lit up the halls of Staten Island Hospital with his wonderful smile and spirit.

Message from Deborah Kelley

My Prayers are with the family at this time.

A candle was lit by Stradford Funeral Home on July 27, 2017 7:28 PM

Message from michelle h.

May our thoughts of Walter be filled with the celebration of wonderful memories and that famous Houston smile. God bless

A candle was lit by Othniel Houston on July 27, 2017 10:08 AM

Message from Astor Bryan

My sincere sympathy to Brother Mike Houston and family. May your faith in God and love for your brother grant you peace beyond measure.

A candle was lit by Astor Bryan on July 26, 2017 10:47 PM

Message from Loretta Thompson

My family and I are sending our deepest condolences to The Houston family. Keep the faith and know he is resting at peace.

A candle was lit by Loretta Thompson on July 26, 2017 7:50 PM

A candle was lit by Brother Michael Houston on July 26, 2017 6:02 PM

Message from Brother Michael Houston

I love you brother. You will never be forgotten because your legacy will carry on through your family Team Houston, your children, and Charlene. We celebrate you and love you.

Brother
Michael Houston

Message from Romyer Witten

Sending my deepest condolences to Michael and the Houston Family. I pray that God would comfort you and give you peace during this difficult time and may you be strengthened through Christ and one another. May Walter Rest In Peace. "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus" Philippians 4:7

A candle was lit by Romyer Witten on July 26, 2017 5:39 PM

Message from Toni Mcphail

My condolences to you all wish I wash there during this time of loss. Weeping may endure for the night but JOY cometh in the morning. No more pain no more suffering he's at peace .. Sleep on peace Walter you may be gone but you will never be forgotten. Always in my heart Rest cuz Rest family it's hard now but look to the hills from which you help comes from. Put God first and one day at a time, he'll always be with you in your heart . May God bless each one of you. My deepest sympathy to the family of the late Walter Huston rest in peace rest my cousin love you always.

A candle was lit by Toni Mc0ha8l on July 26, 2017 12:14 PM

A candle was lit by Sister Felicia on July 26, 2017 11:50 AM

A candle was lit by Cheryl Curry-Brown on July 25, 2017 11:38 PM

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My deepest condolences to Aaron and the Houston family. You are in my prayers

Message from Jennifer Seward

My deepest condolences to the Houston family at this difficult time. Walter was a kind hearted, good natured soul and he will be missed. God rest him.

A candle was lit by Jennifer Seward on July 25, 2017 4:08 PM

A candle was lit by Stephanie Cress on July 25, 2017 11:26 AM

A candle was lit by Kim Lewis on July 24, 2017 11:38 PM

Message from Teresa Luberto

My condolences to the family. I've worked with Walter for so many years he was a great person to work with. The hallways of SIUH will never be the same anymore. Walter will always be missed.

A candle was lit by Teresa Luberto on July 24, 2017 9:20 PM

Message from Kim Lewis

My deepest sympathy to Mrs. Houston and the Houston family ,May God help you get through your loss. Walter was always a good friend of mine. R.I.P. Walter.

A candle was lit by Debbie Deas on July 24, 2017 6:45 PM

Message from Joseph Cress

It's been awhile, since 1986, my eyes have placed you. But, I never forgot. We grew up under the same " Licking Stick of Life" you and my brother Teddy Cress battled every other week with a brick in each of your hands. His first words when he heard was" This one hurt him" you leaving so suddenly. I said to myself Wow. "Two Gun" I was watching T.V. the fights and the announcer said next fight Walter Houston, man I lost my mind. I made everybody I could get my hands on in my Army unit to watch..Yeah, I was proud. Not everyone get stand in the square jungle. The commentator said if Mr.Houston don't get it together this round it's a wrap. You came out of one of those corner or all of them. Announcer jumped up and said Look at "Two Guns" Go. It look like you had about 4 arms and I am sure I saw you kick him too. R.I.P " OUR TWO GUNS"

A candle was lit by Joseph Cress on July 24, 2017 2:44 PM

A candle was lit by Michele Baione on July 24, 2017 12:57 PM

Message from Michele Baione

Walter was such a beautiful person, inside and out. Always went out of his way to say hello to me at work. Always knew my name even though we saw each other sporadically through the years. A true gentleman...kind...caring... pleasant to be around and most importantly, he always remained positive. SIUH sure lost a wonderful employee and wonderful man. Walter- may you rest in the sweetest peace and suffer no more. My condolences to the family and may prayer and love help you all through this difficult time.

Message from Maureen carrington

May you Rest In Peace .walter. May Gods strength be with your family at this time.you are in Gods hands now. No hurt no pain just glory and peace. You will be missed.

A candle was lit by Maureen carrington on July 24, 2017 7:07 AM

A candle was lit by Leona Edwards on July 24, 2017 12:21 AM

Message from Mr &Mrs Christopher McKinney

Condolences and prayers from our family to yours

A candle was lit by Mr&Mrs Christopher McKinney on July 23, 2017 9:19 PM

Message from Teddy Cress

My deepest condolences to Mrs Houston,and the entire Houston family.

A candle was lit by Colette Crosby and Family on July 23, 2017 7:18 PM

A candle was lit by Doretha Chase on July 23, 2017 6:08 PM

Message from Leonard Bishop

My deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Houston family on the passing of Walter, we go way back to times long gone still my Love for you all is everlasting and enduring. Love is Love.

A candle was lit by Leonard Bishop ( lenny boy) ) on July 23, 2017 5:10 PM

A candle was lit by Alison Doway on July 23, 2017 12:37 PM