Birth date: Dec 12, 1926 Death date: Apr 11, 2009
REV. OSBORNE “RED” B. HOUGH, 82, of Manassas, Virginia, formerly of Leesburg, Virginia, died on Saturday, April 11, 2009 in Manassas. Rev. Hough was born December 12, 1926 in Waterford, Virginia to the late Maurice C. and Mary Moc Read Obituary
We were so sad to hear of Red's death. We always adored him as a minister and friend. We send our deepest sympathy to Laura and Neil who we know will understand our feelings of loss.
Red's death will remain with us, as he died on Anne's birthday.##imported-begin##Brad and Anne Davis##imported-end##
A good friend and neighbor on Van Buren Street in Herndon.
To his family, this prayer which I say throughout the day....
"O God
Give me strength to live another day;
Let me not turn coward before its difficulties of prove frightened to its duties. Le me not lose faith in other people. Keep me sweet and sound of heart, in spite of ingratitude, treachery, or meaness; Preserve me from miinding little stings or giving them; Help me to keep my heart clean, and to live so honestly and fearlessly that no outward failure can dishearten me or take away the jooy of conscious integrity; Open wide the eyes of my soul that I amy see good in all things; Grant me this day some new vision of the truth. Inspire em with the spirit of joy and gladness and make me the sup of strength to suffereing souls. In the anme of the strong Deliverer, Our only Lord and Savior, Jesur Christ. ...Thom##imported-begin##Thom and Liz Hanes##imported-end##
We loved Pastor Red so very much. He had such a big heart - never too busy for anyone. "Red" was such a gentle soul and became such a dear friend over the years. He will be greatly missed. Wednesdays will never be the same. Ou deepest sympathy to Judy, Laura, Neil and the family. Love, Nancy & Glover Epperson##imported-begin##Nancy & Glover Epperson ##imported-end##
Judy --
I was sorry to learn of Red's passing. He was one of the gentlest, kindest persons I have ever known. I'll never forget the wonderful memorial service he conducted for my dad almost 20 years ago. It was special. I've missed not seeing him much in recent years since you moved to Leesburg and Manassas. God bless you. Phil##imported-begin##Phil Meyer##imported-end##
Judy,
George and I are so sorry for your loss. Men like Red don't come along every day. He has meant so much to our family over the years. Many Sundays mornings spent watching Red "on fire" for the Lord. Now he is with Him. He married our daughter and was there when things got difficult with great advice and loving support. We look forward to seeing him again one day.
All our love,##imported-begin##George and Kathi Wilson##imported-end##
Dear Judy & family,
I had the pleasure of meeting Red just once, but talking to him on the phone several times. He was truly a wonderful man and a servant of God. My thoughts and prayers are with you.##imported-begin##Ashley Altman##imported-end##
Bless you, dear Red! Such a comfort you have been to so many. Look for Pat up there -- he'll love to see you!
Ginger##imported-begin##Ginger (Sugrue) Rayfield##imported-end##
Dear Neil, Anne, and Family,
Sending our love to you and your family as you celebrate the life of your dear father.
Your Friends in Christ,
Amy & Rick##imported-begin##Amy & Rick Feathers of Winchester, VA##imported-end##
Judy - our hearts and prayers are with you and all your family. Red was the kindest, most gentlest gentleman I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. You both treated us like family and were the best neighbors one could ever ask for. Ashley and Niki loved Red so and he was like a grandpa to them! His smile will always be in our hearts. I know someday we will be see him again. God Bless.##imported-begin##Kathy & Chuck Keyser##imported-end##
We wish to express our sincere condolences to Red's family. What a simply wonderful person he was. We will always remember him with great fondness and love. I was a young police officer in Prince William County in 1977 when Red "talked" me into becoming a member at St. Thomas UMC. He baptized my deceased wife Carol and our two daughters, Jenny & Amy, and accepted my transfer to St. Thomas. When I remarried in 1992 after Carol's death in 1991 I found out that Red had married Kathy and her deceased first husband Sonny in 1975. And her two children, Stephen & Crystal were also baptized by Red.
I saw Red and spoke to him over the phone a few times over the years but had lost track of him recently. My wife and I live in Lake Anna since I retired. On Easter Sunday we drove to Manassas-St. Thomas UMC to be with old friends and family. We saw Red's name of the prayer list. Leslie Oaks, the Assistant Minister told us that Red had just passed away during the previous day.
I shall always remember the kindness he showed to all. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. May God bless Judy and the entire Hough family during your time of loss. I am sad to say that Kathy and I can't make it to Red's celebration of life tonight. Kathy is scheduled for surgery tomorrow and we have several pre-opt things we must do.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.##imported-begin##Wayne & Kathy Jones##imported-end##
