U.S. Navy Memorial: Remembering the life, death and legacy of David Austin
David D. Austin 1934 - 2018 Springfield, IL—David D. Austin, 84, passed away Friday, July 20, 2018, at his home. He was born May 11, 1934 in Island Grove Township to Ivan and Iva (Tucker) Austin. He married Pat Rising on September 14, 1984, in Springfield. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ivan; sisters, Wilma and Helen and step-mother, Maudlee Austin. David was a US Navy veteran. He retired from GM&O Railroad in 1985 after 27 years of service. He was a member of Navy...
