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Harvey Austin Obituary
He was born June 28, 1926, in Rome, the son of Edward Austin Sr. and Bella (Foster) Bachelder.
He worked many years for Blue Rock Construction as a crane operator.
Harvey was a longtime member of the Odd Fellows in Norridgewock. He enjoyed fishing and camping, was a clock collector and loved animals, especially his trusted German shepard, Baby, who was always at his side. He liked doing mechanic work and going to the fairs and spending time with his family; he was a devoted husband, companion, father and grandfather.
He is survived by his companion, Pearl Paradis, of Rome; his four children, Rocky Austin and his wife, Pam, of Mount Vernon, Beth Austin of Skowhegan, Tammy Rines and her husband, Tim, of Cornville, and Harvey Austin and his wife, Trisha, of Skowhegan; 12 grandchildren, Edward, Heather, Matthew, Lisa, Jill, Jesse, Donnie, Ginni, Tim Jr., Michelle, Kaleb and Lexie, 11 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and several close friends.
He was predeceased by his wife, Virginia (Berry) Austin, in 1990; his parents; two children, Lisa L. Austin on Aug. 11, 1964, and Edward "Snooks" V. Austin on Aug. 17, 2001; one grandchild, John Massey; and his sister, Arlene Meunier.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at 3 p.m. at Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan, with the Rev. Richard Berry officiating. Burial will follow the service at Oak Cemetery in Norridgewock.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan.
Donations may be made in Harvey's memory to the Somerset Humane Society, P.O. Box 453, Skowhegan, ME 04976.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harvey Austin
Bob &Joyce Stanley
May 15, 2011
To the family and friends of Harvey Austin Jr. When you reflect on the memories,good times and the love you shared,may it bring comfort to you.He was truly an amazing,
caring man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Bob & Joyce.
Debbie Nickerson Merrithew
May 12, 2011
So sorry for your loss Tammy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May 11, 2011
Tammy, We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. May all your wonderful memories with him help comfort you in this trying time.
Love, Doreen and Ed Cain
Heather Russell
May 11, 2011
Beautifully said Lisa, that says it all.
May 10, 2011
rocky,tammy, beth,havey. my thought and prayer are with you.he was a wonderful man and father. he is in good hands now and at peace. love to you all barbara wyman
Mark and Sherry Blaisdell
May 10, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Lisa Austin
May 10, 2011
may you rest in peace grampa you are were you re safe and at peace with jesus and nana,uncle snooks,and little lisa love with all my heart (lee,lee)
Kenny&Mary True
May 10, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bruce Herbert
May 10, 2011
Rocky, Beth, Tammy and Harvey..... I am sorry to hear of your dads passing. My thoughts and prayors are with you. I always thought the world of your dad.
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