Michele Mary Houghtaling

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Michele Mary (Girard) Houghtaling of Kansas City, Kansas passed away peacefully on Monday October 14, 2019 with her husband, David at her side. She was 61. Michele was born in California on March 14, 1958 to parents John and Loretta Girard. At a young age she learned to play guitar, wrote songs and sang in her father’s church. She loved playing music and singing throughout her life.

In her 20’s she joined the United States Army Reserves and proudly served for 6 years.

Michele could quote the bible extensively and took joy in educating others in the word of God. She started a Facebook group called Bread of Faces and has nearly 2,000 followers. Follow the link to her music on YouTube: Michele Mary YouTube

She was kind, smart, beautiful and full of love. She is preceded in death by her mother Loretta, father John, and brother Edward. She leaves behind her husband: David; daughter: Mimi; sisters: Desiree, September, Jo, and honorary sister, Gina; brothers: John and Frank; Grandson: Paris; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Michele was never one for funerals, so in lieu of that, a celebration of life is currently scheduled for November 9th, promptly at 11:00 am at The Elks Lodge #2395, 10201 West 85th Street, Overland Park, KS 66212. The family invites you to share fond memories at the event. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Shephard’s Chapel, PO Box 416, Gravette, AR 72736     

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  1. Todd Parry on October 17, 2019 at 11:15 am

    To family and friend with deepest sympathies… God rest her soul.



  2. Michele McGuire on October 17, 2019 at 11:19 am

    So sorry for your loss,may Father bless you and give strength to carry on..in Jesus name amen



  3. MELINDA Bowling on October 17, 2019 at 11:26 am

    My Condolences…My Precious prayer warrior…I miss you…I love you…I know heaven is Rejoicing!!!



  4. Randy Blankenship on October 17, 2019 at 11:28 am

    Much love for family and friends sorry for your loss. I can’t wait to meet up with you sister Mary.



  5. Laurene on October 17, 2019 at 11:36 am

    My Sunshine ?? my Dear Michele. We see you soon in a different battle. Condolences to all family members how proud you must be of this special Warrior. Much love and Comfort to you All ????



  6. Carolynn Strickland-Hickman on October 17, 2019 at 12:01 pm

    My prayers to family and friends for comfort. To Michele Mary I thank you for all you did for people. Including me, one that you gave love to and were so kind to care about me. You brought smiles and hope, joy and love, and most of all you brought God’s Word to those who truly needed to know that Truth. God blessed you with many gifts that you shared with all of us. Thank you for loving us so much. I will always be grateful for the gift of you. Thank you Father for giving us Michele Mary, even if it was for a short time. I look forward to being together again one day. To have that joyful reunion with everyone. And hearing the beautiful Heavenly Music Michele Mary is singing. God bless all with love and rejoicing for our Sister is at peace.



  7. Klaasen Irene on October 17, 2019 at 12:21 pm

    I did not know your friend Michele Mary but anyone who is a friend of Carolynn must be someone special and dear to hearts
    Please accept my condolences ,we do not need to know people to feel their joy or pain or lost for that matter.
    God be with you and your family.
    Respect and thoughts all the way from Geneva.



  8. Martha Wells-Smith on October 17, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    My prayers are for all who love our dear sister in Christ. Michele was and is a beautiful soul, who shared her talents and passion for Christ with so many people. She lifted me up with her great love, and now I look forward to the final battle and our wonderful reunion! I can only imagine the glorious home she now lives in…??



  9. Cindy Clark on October 17, 2019 at 12:35 pm

    Such a beautiful and loving soul who touched so many lives. God has certainly gained a great warrior for his army. See ya soon sister!



  10. Mark Eastridge on October 17, 2019 at 12:42 pm

    To a wonderful sister in Christ who mentored me and taught me a lot in God’s word. Thank you Sister Michele for the times we talked, I love you and we’ll meet again



  11. Darlene Nieswender on October 17, 2019 at 12:48 pm

    Praying for family and friends during this time of loss.
    Mary will be remembered for her love of Christ and how that love shined through to others.



  12. Constance L Thomas on October 17, 2019 at 1:04 pm

    You were a mentor, you were a sister, and you were a friend. I’m going to miss you always on this earth, but am looking forward to seeing you on the battlelines! Thanks to you and Gina, I’ll be there at your side! Thank you for everything. I love you. Sending my condolences to Angel and the rest of the family too. Praying for peace in your hearts.



  13. Kris Mayo on October 17, 2019 at 1:22 pm

    Michele Mary has the most powerful humilty I have born witness to in my lifetime. She has the strongest gentleness….the most compassionate charity. I am very sorry for your loss of her in this dimension. We all know she has our backs. A true servant and friend. She is with Father now in his dimension. We have eternity. Much love sent. Feel my hug.



  14. Scott Webster on October 17, 2019 at 1:36 pm

    Rest In Peace sister,see you soon.



  15. Kowena Auten on October 17, 2019 at 1:44 pm

    Michele you are in the arms of the Good Lord now. Soar high with the Angel’s. You will be missed. Love you so much!



  16. Pat Maddox on October 17, 2019 at 1:55 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Michele was a true Christian, devoted to Father,



  17. Marci on October 17, 2019 at 2:21 pm

    Sorry for your loss she will continue to be missed.



  18. Mike Martin on October 17, 2019 at 2:21 pm

    Dave, sorry to hear she passed. She’s in a better place now.



  19. Donna Gray on October 17, 2019 at 2:45 pm

    So sorry for your loss, she s definitely in a better place. Rest in peace Michele till we meet again



  20. Dave and Jackie Dressler on October 17, 2019 at 3:22 pm

    Our deepest condolences to you Dave. We will miss Michelle. Michelle was a kind and gentle soul who always made us smile. We are always here for you at anytime and especially at this time.
    You are our brother in life.



  21. Michele Bolton on October 17, 2019 at 3:23 pm

    Praying for the family, rest in peace sweet sister!!



  22. SUE HOLLIDAY on October 17, 2019 at 4:12 pm

    My prayers are with the family. I will miss Michele.



  23. Kathy Stimac on October 17, 2019 at 4:44 pm

    Dave and family you are in my thoughts and prayers.



  24. Dawn Ross on October 17, 2019 at 7:44 pm

    She was a sweet, precious friend. Thank you Mary. See you soon



  25. Jeffrey Sylvester on October 17, 2019 at 8:32 pm

    Michele Mary,you are in heaven now,I love the chat we had on Facebook.You are a very strong Christian,I hope I can be as strong as you,now that you’r an Angel before the Throne of God.It must be amazing and now you see Jesus,Give him a huge for me.I cant wait to be with you sis,Well in Gods time, he only knows,Love you sis.



  26. Walter & Sharon Adams on October 17, 2019 at 8:34 pm

    Dave- Our prayers are with you & the family. Michele was & is a beautiful soul who touched so many lives. She is no doubt filling the heavens with her music. We are here for you always Dave.



  27. Deb Klumb on October 17, 2019 at 8:58 pm

    So sorry for your loss. I’ll always remember her for her beautiful music and her love for the Lord. My thoughts and prayers are with all those who knew and loved her. For a Christian “goodbye” is never forever…it’s just a “see you later”. Although I never met this beautiful soul in person, I look forward to meeting her one day in Heaven’s gates.



  28. Lily Knight on October 17, 2019 at 9:08 pm

    My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to you, Michelle’s Husband and Family. I’m so sorry for your loss, Heaven has gained an Angel. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Her Soul is alive and well as she Sings at the Throne to our Heavenly Father. ? Prayers for Comfort and Peace at this time. God Bless



  29. Lily Knight on October 17, 2019 at 9:09 pm

    My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to you, Michelle’s Husband and Family. I’m so sorry for your loss, Heaven has gained an Angel. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Her Soul is alive and well as she Sings at the Throne to our Heavenly Father. ? Prayers for Comfort and Peace at this time. God Bless



  30. Michael Kantilal on October 17, 2019 at 9:29 pm

    I am very saddened to hear the news of Sister Michelle Mary. Accept my condolences and deepest sympathy.My prayers are with you and your family. May her soul rest in eternal peace.



  31. Cristina Monteagudo on October 17, 2019 at 10:32 pm

    This sweet Sister has the most beautiful souls out there… She was always in the fields planting seeds, spreading love and kindness of which this world lacks. Always strong, and being an example of a servant to the Most High (Thank you ?)

    But now, our Heavenly Father has called her home, where there is no more pain, but rejoicing at His side.

    My condolences for her husband, and her family. I love you, Sis. See you soon ??



  32. Mary M. McHenry on October 17, 2019 at 10:32 pm

    I am so very sorry for your loss <3 Praying for Father to comfort & strengthen you & yours, God bless all of you <3



  33. Kathryn Rockhill on October 17, 2019 at 10:57 pm

    I would like to offer my sincere sympathy for the loss of Michelle Mary. She was a beautiful person. I’m so very thankful that she has been a part of my life.



  34. Nance Henson on October 17, 2019 at 11:12 pm

    She was truly a bright light in this crazy world. I am deeply sorry that we lost such a wonderful spirit and teacher of God’s word. Sing now
    with all the heavenly host until we all sing together. Michelle Mary you honored us
    and our Lord. Thank
    you.



  35. Dee Elliott on October 18, 2019 at 12:30 am

    Michele was such a special jewel in this dark world… we were fishworld friends… and she witnessed to me… as I was going through a very hard time with the loss of my son… her encouragement lifted me up and over… I truly am fruit from her and I praise Father for bringing her into my life… Her song and teaching ministry will continue circling the globe forever… and I know she heard Father say, “Well done, welcome home…” David, Angel, Gina, and all the family and friends, you are in my heart and prayers.



  36. Suzann Sayers on October 18, 2019 at 12:56 am

    My sweet sister. How I miss you so much already. Thank you for all the love you gave to so many when you were here. I will always remember what you told me. You said, “I will find you”. There is no way to relate how much that meant to me. I love you sis and I will await the day when I find you too. And to this wonderful family, you truly are so blessed, and Father will strengthen you to handle her passing. He did me when I lost my son and I know Michele will see to it. GOD bless you all.



  37. Kathy Richardson on October 18, 2019 at 1:41 am

    This is truly a sad day for those of us who interacted with her in her Bible study group The Bread of Faces but it’s also a day of rejoicing to know that she is with our beloved FATHER. GOD bless her family? She will indeed be missed !? Much love and comfort for Michele Mary’s family!?



  38. Freda Angel Frady on October 18, 2019 at 3:07 am

    Earth’s loss is Heaven’s Gain! Love our Angel <3



  39. Patti Riggert on October 18, 2019 at 3:18 am

    I’ll miss you my sweet Sister Michele. You were truly a beacon of light during tough times for me and I’ll never forget your encouraging words and unconditional love. Thank you for being a true and special friend not just to me but to many. Condolences to your family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with them all. God bless and love you always. xoxo <3



  40. Laurie Langolf on October 18, 2019 at 5:28 am

    To be absent from this body is to be present with the Lord. I am in prayer for everyone who is struggling with the loss of this sweet soul.



  41. Pam Murray on October 18, 2019 at 7:29 am

    So sorry for your loss. She will be missed.



  42. Barbara Ball on October 18, 2019 at 8:53 am

    Michelle was a “treasure from above” to many of us. She will be missed. Peace and Comfort for her husband and family. So sorry for the loss of this mighty woman of God.



  43. Brandie Whisenhunt on October 18, 2019 at 9:43 am

    Michelle Mary was absolutely beautiful. What an inspiration! Find comfort knowing She’s home in Jesus arms now. God bless you all.



  44. Carey M on October 18, 2019 at 10:22 am

    Mimi, I send my condolences and prayers for you and the entire family!



  45. Deborah Ann on October 18, 2019 at 11:45 am

    Prayers and comfort for you Dave and family members ? Michele Mary sister in Christ ? I can’t express how much I am heartbroken. You taught me so much! I love you ? I miss you I will never forget you! I promised you your Bible studies would keep going forward and they will ? You’re home now sis ? rest so peaceful in the arms of Father…….I LOVE YOU FOREVER ?



  46. Donna Machado on October 18, 2019 at 10:12 pm

    I am so very sorry for our Sister to leave us. She will be missed by many till we see her again. Prayers for comfort for everyone that loves her and comfort knowing that she is Home.



  47. Shirley Lutz on October 19, 2019 at 10:20 am

    Michelle will greatly be missed by so many. I thank the Lord for choosing such a willing vessel to touch so many of our lives. She has gone to be with the Lord leaving us with such loving thankfulness for her time with us. I am richer for knowing her.



  48. Erlene Pilgrim on October 19, 2019 at 11:07 am

    You were a very special person you have touched so many souls and I am sure our Heavenly Father said a job well done, you will be missed terribly dear sister but I am thankful for the time our Father let us have with you and I know you are singing with all of the other angles. I pray for peace for the family I know they grive but I also know they know you are alive and well and they will be with you again as I will also see you there dear sister you were truly loved by many.



  49. Beverly Riedl; a sister with Shepherd's Chapel. on October 19, 2019 at 9:13 pm

    I loved her music. I will see her at the wedding.



  50. Christina Johnson on October 19, 2019 at 11:34 pm

    It was such a pleasure to spend time with this gentle soul. Michele was warm, funny and inviting. She will be missed by all she touched.



  51. Laura Kay on October 20, 2019 at 12:34 am

    I loved Michele the moment we met online. We know how we were blessed by her. God bless her family, and those who love her. She is alive back with our FATHER in her beautiful healed body. A big party going on up there with our pastor and many friends and family. I love you 4ever and ever ??salute!!



  52. Gina Zarrin-Kia on October 21, 2019 at 8:56 am

    My sister, my cousin, My fellow warrior, my wing man. I have loved you since the first earth age and I will love you through eternity. You are one of the greatest blessings I’ve ever received. If our good works make up the fine linens that we wear in heaven, then my dear sister, You will be dressed in full royal wedding attire. I am so thankful for all the love we shared and all the many memories. Until we unite again I love you sissy, ciao for now.



  53. Tamara Jo Taravella on October 21, 2019 at 9:02 am

    To Michelle’s family and friends I didn’t know you very well but what I did get to know of you you were a wonderful woman and a great Christian you will be missed terribly by many but you have stepped into the face of the Lord now my condolences to all her family and friends wishing you the best Dave keep your chin up don’t lose faith and stay strong angel wishing you the best sorry for your loss of your mother Gina I know this was the strongest and hardest lost for you next to your mother being Michelle because she was your wingman in your sister love you all love you Michele best wishes



  54. Diana Kincel Jones on October 21, 2019 at 1:29 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss,
    Michele Mary was an inspiration
    To me, She was always so kind and always took time to help me,
    I am truly going to miss my Sweet Sister in Christ
    Praying for you all??????



  55. Delores J White on October 22, 2019 at 11:45 am

    Mary!!! Sweet loving inspirational ?? To know her was to see Christ in her words, unbelievable sweet calming voice, just generally pleasant soul. I was lucky enough to hear stories of childhood fun growing up with her special sister/cousin, Gina ? My condolences to family and friends and all who knew her through our special group that studied with Shepherds Chapel. I know Christ was greeting her arrival ???



  56. Debra Huse on October 27, 2019 at 1:06 pm

    So sorry Dave of your loss of Michelle ,she’s in a better peaceful place playing her guitar with the Angels.Love you and God Bless you.?



  57. Brian Bowser & Becky Acord-Bowser on November 7, 2019 at 11:18 pm

    When we heard the sad news of Michelle’s passing, my mind became flooded with good memories from so many years ago. It seems like it was just yesterday. Michelle was funny & talented and left an impression on everyone she met. Dave, we can’t imagine the depth of your sorrow & heartache and we are so very sorry for your loss. From reading the many condolences, it is evident that Michelle touched & changed the lives of many people. That is a wonderful legacy to leave for you, Angel & Paris. Although we could not attend the memorial service, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Becky & Brian Bowser



  58. Michael Johnson on February 15, 2020 at 7:48 pm

    Although I never met her in the flesh, I/we know her from before. She greeted me for the first time as Brother Michael and said “I love you” upon meeting. There’s no doubt that if you know her, you knew she loved everyone and she made it know with her passion and sincerity. She has returned, yes returned to the Father. We will all meet again.
    “Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was: and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it.”
    Ecclesiastes 12:7 KJV



  59. Nessa Clark on March 19, 2022 at 11:13 pm

    I knew you passed away I just found your obit I would have posted a lot sooner I miss your sweet heavenly singing and guitar playing you are an angel of God i miss your messages and stickers I know you are not suffering I know you are in a better place I love you and miss you you are an inspiration you I will always remember you I know you are singing and playing your guitar in heaven



  60. Nessa Clark on March 19, 2022 at 11:17 pm

    I just found the obit I am so sorry for your loss I miss her sweet heavenly voice singing and playing her guitar I know she is in heaven singing and playing her guitar I know she is an angel of God she is an inspiration I miss her messages her stickers that she sent to me I will always remember her



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