John L. Houghton, 76, of Galesburg, IL passed away on November 2, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, IL.
John was born June 26, 1950, in St. Louis, MO, the son of Bransby Burton Sr. and Martha Louise (Wilson) Houghton.
John served with the United State Marine Corps, earning the rank of Staff Sergeant.
John was a truck driver, retiring from Midwest Specialized Transportation.
He enjoyed fishing.
Survivors include his sister, Kathleen Boehmer of St. Louis, Mo and his brother, Bransby B. Houghton, Jr. of Galesburg.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Cremation has been accorded. No services are planned at this time. Memorials can be given to the John L. Houghton Memorial Fund and sent to the funeral home. McGuire & Davies Funeral Home and Crematory, Monmouth, IL, is in charge of the arrangements.
