Fredric "Ric" Denis Houser, Jr.
Fredric "Ric" Denis Houser, Jr., 70, of Chattanooga, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
A lifelong Chattanoogan, Ric was a 1973 graduate of City High School and later earned his degree from Chattanooga State. He enjoyed a long and successful career as a systems analyst.
Ric was an avid outdoorsman with a deep love for nature. He found joy in fishing, camping, riding motorcycles, capturing the world through his camera lens and was a devoted Tennessee Vols fan. Ric was a loving father who passed down his love of the outdoors and his warm spirit to his son and daughter.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fredric Denis and Polly Houser.
Survivors include his son, Ian Houser; daughter, Kelsey Houser; brother, David Houser; sister, Schere Livers; nieces, Ashlee Prior and Aimee Livers; and many friends and extended family who will miss him dearly.
A visitation will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 3, with a memorial service to follow at 3 p.m. at Lane Funeral Home, Ashland Terrace.
Arrangements are entrusted to Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace, Chattanooga, Tn. 37415, 423 877-3524, lanefh.com.