James C. Houghton, 60 of Cottonwood, passed away on May 28, 2011. He was born on May 21, 1951 in Lubbock, Texas to James Houghton and Juanita Ann Shafer. James attended Ashfork-Williams school. He then joined the Army and worked on parachute wings in the 82nd Airborne. James belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints. He enjoyed hunting and riding his Harley. James is survived by sons Josh and Ben of Delta, CO; brothers Benny of Mesa, AZ and Casper of Fullerton, CA; sister Cindy McKinnis of Tulsa, OK; step sisters Virginia of AZ and Rita of Las Vegas, NV; parents Joe and Juanita Anzures and 4 grandchildren. There are no public services planned. An online guestbook is available to sign at www.westcottfuneralhome.com