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Robert John Houlahan
Robert John Houlahan
Cedar Rapids
Robert John Houlahan, 76, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away, on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. No services will be held. Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Robert Houlahan was born on April 22, 1947, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Edmund and Frances (Reilly) Houlahan. He was united in marriage to Judy Zrudsky at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Robert served in the United States Marine Corps. He was a proud International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1362 member. Robert was an Iowa Hawkeyes fan. He enjoyed bowling and watching local bands, JC Project, Vice Box, and Well Lit.
Robert is survived by his wife, son, Sean (Katherine) Houlahan; and sister, Rose Marie Hammill.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Bonnie Schmelzer.
Please share your support and memories with Robert’s family on his Tribute Wall at www.stewartbaxter.com under Obituaries.
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