Austin Stephen Bleich

Still thinking of Austin. His unwavering dedication to my mother was unparalleled. Miss you, Austin

Still thinking of Austin and remembering his sense of humor and unwavering dedication to my mother. Miss you, Austin

Still think of you often, Austin, even though you took my bagel.

Dear dear Austin.. never ever forgotten and always truly loved. Candy

This time of year again... and not as if Austin isn't thought of every day of the year,because he is, but I want to once again pay homage to a most deserved man. He is missed and always loved. A smile comes to my face with the thoughts of him..... and I realize how lucky I was to have shared so many years with him. Rest in peace, sweet man.

So many years...and the memories never stop and never will. Austin was a most unique person with a huge heart. He only wanted happiness for all those he loved. Too soon he was taken from us. He left a wonderful legacy of many people who smile broadly when he is thought of. My entire family became his family and loved him as only family can love. He is so missed.

It’s hard to believe it has been 13 years since Austin died, but that doesn’t mean we don’t think of him often. We talk about his quirky ways, his sense of humor (many times we laugh about him rolling in the snow) and most of all, his sweet, kind and patient temperament. He was a lovely person and he is always in our hearts.

I guess you could say that I knew Austin for 60 years, although I haven't seen him for the last 40. I am Malerie's soul sister friend. My memories of Austin are most vivid during those difficult young adolescent years when both of our families lived in bungalows on Copake Lake, New York. The most extraudinary memory of Austin that is seered in my brain was when Maleries was being cruelly tormented by some boys. I knew I couldn't help her so I rushed to find Austin. I'll never forget him...

Austin...we'll miss you, friend...it's been an honor sharing our Feb 1 birthday...love Joan and Bliss