Frank Houston
July 26, 1944 – Jan. 1, 2025

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Frank Houston, a longtime resident of Kelseyville and Lakeport, unexpectedly passed away on Jan. 1, 2025.

Born Francisco Mendez on July 26, 1944, he took the Houston surname from his stepfather, Glen Houston, when his mother remarried when Frank was just 2 years old.

Frank is survived by his three children, Frank Houston Jr. of South San Francisco, Dawne Camilleri of Granite Bay and Tim Houston of Los Altos, as well as six beloved grandchildren.

In 1978, Frank made the surprising decision to move his family to Kelseyville to take over as the owner and operator of Lake County Welders Supply.

With no prior experience in business or the welding industry, he built the company through determination, hard work and a knack for making lifelong friends.

He ran the business for over 28 years, steadfastly refusing to use a computer and continuing to send out handwritten invoices and bills until the day he retired.

Following his retirement, and prior to COVID, Frank found a new passion in his faith through his involvement with the Gideons. He became deeply committed to spreading their message,
sharing his faith at every opportunity.

Frank will be deeply missed but never forgotten — he was a true fixture in Lake County.

A service to honor Frank’s life will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 1, at Grace Church, located at 6716 Live Oak Drive in Kelseyville.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.