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John Austin

Novato, California

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John Austin Age 78, a 45-year resident of San Rafael, died on June 17, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Susan W. Austin, two daughters, Diana B. Austin and Katherine S. Austin, and two grandchildren, T.J. Mintz and Alexandra Mintz. He also is survived by a sister, Diana A. Varlay of...

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Dear Sue,

I knew you and John through Diana when we lived in Montross. I am so sorry to read of John's passing. He was such a gentleman, so very dear. And smart and thoughtful and socially aware. I hope you have many fond memories of him to comfort and cheer you.

Meliss Bunce

While surfacing I just happened to come across John's obit. Seeing his name brought back such fond memories of his family's summer visits to Kentucky. The Austins brought sophistication, charm and fun to a small town. John's mother Helen, a Kentucky beauty & Harold taught me to Fox Trot. His sister Diana & John would go night clubbing to a town called Lebanon to hear Little Richard perform. Aside from Fox Trotting, we were real Jitter Buggers. The Austins, including Aunt Edie were my...

My condolences on the passing of your father.

Very sad to lose our dear friend John Austin. May he rest in peace.

Beverly Spicer
Austin, TX