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Richard Austin Obituary
Chili - Richard Austin, 72, of Chili, NY, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020, at Unity Hospital.
Rich was born in Jamestown, NY to Glenn and Dorothy Austin on 20 April 1947. He graduated from Panama Central School in 1965 and graduated from SUNY Geneseo in 1970. He married Jeanne Zimmer on 3 May 1975 in Jamestown, NY. Rich worked in the finance industry for over 35 years and was an avid Dodger and Syracuse fan. He was a very kind and generous man.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Ronald Austin. Rich is survived by his wife Jeanne of 44 years, daughter Joanna (Donald) Neureuther, sister Kathleen (Arthur) Pappalardi, brother Robert (Carol) Austin, grandsons Braden and Dylan Neureuther, and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held Thursay, 3-4pm with funeral services immediately following at 4pm, with Minister Peter Drago officiating. Burial will be at Sunset Hill Cemetery in Lakewood, NY.
Memorials may be given to: Chili Public Library Foundation, Inc., 3333 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624 or The Salvation Army. Rich's family wishes to extend their sincerest appreciation to family and friends for their love and support.
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Roxanne Cocuzzi
February 24, 2020
Jeanne and Joanne, I am so sorry to hear of Richs passing. What a wonderfully kind man. I will always remember his generosity and his laugh.
February 22, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. God gives us a hope of being reunited with our loved ones again. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Joan Ryan
February 21, 2020
Jeanne,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Rich was a wonderful person who is gone too soon.
Love,
Joanie
Patricia Dick
February 21, 2020
Dear Jeanne,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband. May he rest in peace.
Pat Modzel Dick
Nazareth College '70
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