SMYRNA - Steven L. Houston, 45, of Smyrna, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012, at his home in New Castle. He is survived by his father, Fred G. Daniels; daughter, Natasha LaGasse and husband Bret; sons, Steven J. and Brendan P. Houston; and fiancée, Angela Brant, with whom he lived with until his death. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia; daughter, Serina; and a son, Daniel. Steve worked many years as a construction worker using various types of equipment, mainly driving a dump truck. He was also very knowledgeable with laws, accounting, contracting and sales. He was an avid NASCAR fan as well as a football fan rooting for the Miami Dolphins and Ohio State Buckeyes. Steve was a very well known person and touched the lives of many individuals. He will be greatly missed by those who were blessed to know him. Memorial Services will be 7 p.m., Friday Jan. 27, 2012, at Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home, 123 W. Commerce St., Smyrna, where friends may call at 6 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations to help defray funeral expenses may be sent to Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home, 123 W. Commerce St., Smyrna, DE 19977. Arrangements are by Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Smyrna.