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Peosta, Iowa

seen on FB earlier today we lost a great one. Was always fun catching up with him at the GPC shows. Keep his family in your thoughts and prayers https://www.covenantfuneralservice.com/tributes/Henry-Houston?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0C-Kek4pxrROv2DBmTB8wD0hdzuiQBTb-JNISKnYoqoQVZMc3a8O3MH1U_aem_AfzJW2YUYJt6dKc7yMbAODo-8zspqK4cDX3F0lm4eLCf3UAGNtzce7i0mVFSKm9bpNP2jX-758vI-oPdkItirrE-

6/4/2024 10:22:58 PM

Pittsburgh, PA

So saddened by this news. Hank was always available anytime I had questions about growing watermelons. He will be surely missed. RIP my friend.

6/4/2024 11:02:11 PM

Anchorage Alaska

That is terrible news to hear , way to young to go , it looked like he was planning on having a great year from his diary, the truth is each day is a blessing..no guarantees of tomorrow

6/5/2024 1:34:26 AM

Bethlehem CT

Hank was one of the best friends that I have met on this site, he would always send me an encouraging text or send me some pictures of his garden. All of his gardens were so well cared for and super productive! He did such an awesome job with his watermelons, and is one of the few melon growers who didn't like growing grafted melons. He strongly believed the best way to advance melon genetics was to grow only melon seed from traditionally grown melons. I am shocked to hear of his passing as he had such great aspirations for this year's garden and we had also been in touch very recently.
I know Hank was a Christian man with a strong faith, and I believe that he is in a better place now, even better than in his garden!

6/5/2024 5:39:02 AM

Connecticut, USA

Very sad news. My condolences go out to his family.

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6/5/2024 6:28:19 AM

Nova Scotia

Very sad to hear, condolences to all his family and close friends.

6/5/2024 7:16:45 AM

Ontario

I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Hank. I haven’t know Hank for very long but was getting to know him recently. His kindness and warmth was evident in every interaction. I can only imagine the profound impact that he had on those who knew him longer. Hanks memory will live on in the hearts of many, including mine.

6/5/2024 7:45:23 AM

Upa Creek, Mo

RIP Hank

6/5/2024 8:24:49 AM

Princeville, IL

Really sorry to hear that. Met him at the GPC in Wisconsin and hung out a lot there. Very sad

6/5/2024 9:23:57 AM

Torrance, Ca.

Hank was the man!! He wore his Christianity on his sleeve.

This sucks but he's in the best place in the world now!

Condolences to the family..:(

6/5/2024 9:45:26 AM

Northern Cambria, Pa.

So sorry to hear this. Such a great guy who loved to grow and talk with everyone. Made the long trip to the PGPGA weighoff
for many years. Condolences to his family.

6/5/2024 9:53:54 AM

Mi.

RIP Hank

6/5/2024 10:15:40 AM

Lymington UK

Losing one of our pumpkin friends is so difficult to deal with. I didn’t know Hank personally but my heart goes out to his family and friends.
Ian

6/5/2024 10:33:03 AM

San Diego, CA

I've read his diaries in past and have learned from him even though we've never interacted. I was stoked to see Hank throw his hat in this season to participate in the tomato contest as he had many, many years of knowledge to share. He seemed to be a amazing person.... very open, eager and willing to share his vast experiences with those around him. RIP Hank.

6/5/2024 12:54:29 PM

Greenbrier Valley, WV

Hank was a good dude. I'm going to miss seeing him at the scales. When he took the award, purse, and Record patch for his VA state record LG at the W&W last year the corners of his smile was touching his earlobes. Good fella indeed.

6/5/2024 5:07:31 PM

Western NY

I'm grateful for the times I got to hang out with Hank, such a nice guy. Condolences to Sharon and the rest of his family.

6/5/2024 10:08:39 PM

Syracuse, NY

I'm sorry to hear of this and my sincere condolences to his friends and family. eric g

6/6/2024 3:48:13 AM

Jericho Vermont

I had never met Hank but enjoyed his diary and his passion for gardening. RIP.

6/6/2024 6:32:37 AM

Bowdon, GA

Hank was not only passionate about growing, he was a good friend, a good man, loved his family and was a great witness to Christian faith. I will greatly miss him. Prayers for the family.

6/6/2024 2:09:32 PM

Putnam Ct.

Sad news, Condolences to his family and friends, RIP Hank

6/6/2024 9:17:37 PM

Bloomfield, Iowa

Very sad to hear of his passing. God bless Hank and his entire family.

6/8/2024 12:43:35 AM

Cheshire Ma USA

So sad RIP Hank

6/8/2024 9:08:41 AM

Salem, Ohio USA

Our prayers go out to the family. Alan and Joan Gibson

6/8/2024 4:52:38 PM

no.scituate R I

So sorry Sharon and family. We were lucky enough to join you both on a couple of cruises and the GPC convention in Vegas. Very much enjoyed the time we shared together, talking about our passion for woodworking, the love of family and gardening. May the love of god and family help you thru this difficult time. All our love, Joe and Sue

6/8/2024 10:17:00 PM

Lymington UK

It’s always so sad to lose one of us. He and his family will be in my prayers tonight.

6/10/2024 3:49:29 PM

Partlow,Va

This is Hank's wife, Sharon. Thank you to everyone for the wonderful comments & memories of Hank. We are still a little numb and just taking it a day at a time. He loved this community so much & would be honored and humbled by the comments. He left us lots of plants in the ground that sadly we are clueless how to care for. Maybe something will survive, I hope it does. Best wishes for a great growing year!!

6/18/2024 7:56:10 PM