Harry AUGUSTINE Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Richmond, Virginia

AUGUSTINE, Harry Hamill Jr., 87, of Richmond, Va., passed away to the Lord on January 24, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Mae D. Augustine. He is survived by his daughter, Florence A. Chaffin and her husband, Joe; three sons, Harry H. Augustine III, Carter D. Augustine and John S. Augustine; as well as five grandchildren. He grew up in Richmond, where he attended the Virginia Military Institute (VMI), his favorite alma mater. During his sophomore year at VMI (1942), he was drafted into the Army Air Corps (397 Bomb Group) and flew 26 missions over Germany, while being slightly wounded in his hand during his military tour. Mr. Augustine was an active member in several local organizations and was a past Commander in the Sons of Confederate Veterans Lee/Jackson Camp. Additionally, he was a a lifelong member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Friday, January 27, at Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the VMI Alumni Association, https://www.vmialumni.org/ sslpage.aspx?pid=1363 or St. Paul's Episcopal Church,

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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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A great friend, and a real AMERICAN HERO in WWII!

willard mountjoy

January 20, 2022 | Henrico, VA | Friend

I miss my great friend, Harry, and will never forget him!

bill mountjoy

January 20, 2020 | Henrico, VA | Friend

So sorry to hear about Harry's passing. My rat year, Harry and Mae "adopted" me, constantly taking me out for dinner or bringing me candy when they visited post. They kindly let me stay with them for the VMI-Richmond Corps trip. Thanks for everything, Harry and Mae.

Megan

March 03, 2012

Thoughts and prayers are with the Augustine family. I am a 1st cousin to Mae. She and Harry were a handsome couple. Mae helped me write a family book for my mom when she was 90. Most of you are mentioned in that book. I hope you will all find peace and comfort; it is not easy to lose both parents.
Carol Harris Williams, daughter of Pauline Wood Harris

January 30, 2012

My deepest sympathy goes out to Harry's family. Harry would always stop at my desk to chat when coming in to work in the mornings and when leaving in the afternoon at Jefferson Pilot. Harry was one of a kind. He will be missed by relatives and friends.

Rachel Bollinger, Burlington, NC

Rachel Bollinger

January 30, 2012 | Burlington, NC

Harry was remarkable. As his next door neighbor for 25 years,we almost saw him on a daily basis.Conversing with Harry always left you with a smile.He will be missed. Tony & Careme Deep

Anthony Deep

January 28, 2012 | San Antonio, TX

John and family. Please know that Dennis and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless you all.

Dennis&Patsy Eller

January 27, 2012 | Wake, VA

Sorry for your loss. Harry was at Westport in the room with my father-in-law. He is at peace now.

Sandra Lovell

January 27, 2012 | Sandston, VA

John, Your dad was very sweet and I enjoyed working with him for last 4 years. Please let me know if there is anything I can help you with. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your brothers and sister during this difficult time. Sincerely, Tammy Zimmer

Tammy Zimmer

January 27, 2012 | Richmond, VA

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