Florence H. Houck

COLONIE - Florence H. Houck, 75, passed Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Albany Medical Center, with her loving family at her side.

She was born February 24, 1950 in Colonie, New York, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ruth Metzger. Florence was the devoted wife of Michael P. Houck Sr of Colonie. They were married for 55 years.

Florence graduated from Colonie High School and worked in the South Colonie School District for over 20 years. In her spare time she loved camping in the Adirondacks, fishing, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother and was blessed with many wonderful friends and a loving family.

She is survived by her husband, Michael Houck Sr.; her son, Michael (Melissa) Houck Jr.; her daughter, Heather (Michael) Janczak; her grandchildren Emma Houck, Rylan Janczak, Kaylyn Janczak; her sister, Joan (Walter) Jutkofsky; her nieces, Jennifer (Albi) Jutkofsky-Pine, Katrina Jessop, Alesha (Thomas) Russom; and many cousins, grand nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Robert and Ruth, she was predeceased by her grandson, Henry Michael

Visiting hours will be held from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie. Funeral services are private.

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the Cardiac Care Unit at AMC for their exceptional care and devoted support of Florence.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Florence’s name to the Cardiac Care Unit at Albany Medical Center, c/o Albany Medical Center Foundation, 43New Scotland Ave., MC-119, Albany, NY 12208, or by visiting support.amc.edu/givenow.”

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