David Edward Houde

Dave passed away peacefully on the evening of October 17th, 2026. He was born on March 28th,1953 in Fall River Massachusetts. When he was two years old, a young family of three moved West to California.

When he finished 2nd grade, he had two younger brothers named Stevie and Mike, now making it a family of five. They moved again north to Oregon settling into the Rock creek area just east of glide. Dave attended Glide school graduating from Glide High School. He then attended UCC for two years, taking classes and playing basketball for the team. He then later transferred to U of O, graduating with a bachelor's degree in architecture design and building.

Over time Dave returned to Roseburg and became a lifelong resident. During this time, he became a proud business owner and boss of "Dave Houde Drywall & Construction".

Through his many years in business, he met so many people over time who became lifelong friends, young and old. He cherished the many memories, stories, and good laughter that everyone brought into his life.

Aside from enjoying a cold Busch Beer and listening to his favorite country music, Dave also enjoyed watching golf, College football, and the WNBA. He had a way with numbers like no other, my mathematician. He was also a deeply religious man, reading through the bible more than once.

Although Dave had no biological children of his own, he warmly welcomed Taylor and Byron Dawson, and Jeremy Henderson into his life with so much love and very proudly called them his sons.

Dave is survived by his loving wife Cody, Mom Doris Houde, brother Steve & Tami, and brother Mike & Teresa, Nephews: Andy Houde, Bryan Houde, Justin Houde, and Matt Houde, and Grandchildren: Camryn Henderson, Hunter Henderson, Jonathan Dawson, Analiese Hoogstral, Will & Amanda Dawson.

Not to be forgotten are his faithful furry companions Sadie and Fluffy Furball Finn.

He was preceded in death by Dad, Ray Houde.

Dave requested there be No service, "once again doing it his way".

Breathe Free and easy now my love, my husband, my confidant, my person, Forever and beyond. "Forever My Love".