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David Etnier Austin

Darien, Connecticut

Jan 19, 1933 – Feb 18, 2023

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BORN
January 19, 1933
DIED
February 18, 2023
LOCATION
Darien, Connecticut

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David Etnier Austin, 90, architect and founding partner of Austin Patterson Disston of South Norwalk, died on February 18 from complications of Alzheimer's. A modernist whose work included private residences and community spaces throughout the Northeast, Austin's designs were thoughtful,...

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I had many interesting conversations with David, enjoying his wonderful, knowledgeable and creative mind. Dinner with David was always exciting and I always looked forward to being with him and Sandy. May everyone's sadness regarding the passing of David be replaced by wonderful memories in time. With his amazing force and kindness, he will surely be missed. Wonderful father and husband to my good friend, Sandy. With deep heartfelt sympathy and love to family and friends. Leslie I...

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I remember David from my teenage years of sailing and teaching at the Castine Yacht Club (which he designed) in Castine, Maine. David was a brilliant, funny gentleman, and a highly accomplished sailor in his beloved Castine-built sloop, Fannie G. Rest peacefully at your heavenly mooring, David!

Our condolences to Sandy and the family. Wendell & June

My sincere condolences to David's family and colleagues at the firm he created in Southport and I gratefully worked in for thirteen years treasuring dear memories. Rest in peace David! Dana Markus