William-Augustus, Sr.-Obituary

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William York Augustus, Sr.

Apr 16, 1949 - Nov 1, 2021 (Age 72)

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My condolences my friends, I know Jesus will guide yall thru these times with Guidance and Wisdom Will, and Gary, I know your Dad is looking down at yall. Much love and respect to Your Dad.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Our prayer is that God give you peace of mind and comfort.

William and Gary,
Our deepest condolences to you and the entire Augustus family on the loss of our dear cousin William. Celebrate the love and cherish the precious memories of the good times spent with your father. We pray that God comforts your hearts and keep you close during this difficult time.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Great memories from Jackson Street. They were almost like siblings. RIP

Our condolences to the family of Mr. William Augustus Sr. Fond memories from Huber Park with our children. RIP.

To the Augustus Family.
May God Keep You In His Care During This Time. Our Prayers Are With You Everyday.
From Mable Charles Children

It is with a sad heart that I write this William was more than a friend he was my big brother I lived right next door and we had a good Bond he is also responsible for me having a 40-year career in television broadcast and a little history to thanks for him encouraging me I became the first African American to direct a live broadcast KPLC news yes good things happen on Jackson Street show my brother my best friend my best mentor rest in peace you will always be loved by me tip toe

I would like to express my condolences to the family. I lived next door to William and his family for many years. I have such fond memories of standing at the fence exchanging comic books with his siblings, Melvin and Jenny. The family was like my family. I look forward to a time when things will be made new. My continued prayers to you all.

Obituary

William's Obituary

William York Augustus, Sr., 72, departed this life on Monday, November 1, 2021, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born April 16, 1949, to Eugene Augustus and Irma Jefferson Augustus in Lake Charles, LA.  He attended W. O. Boston High School and over the...

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