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William Austin Obituary

William R. Austin

Vestal - William R. Austin went home to be with his Lord and Savior at the age of 91 on Wednesday, September 11, 2019. William was predeceased by his parents Howard and Violet, brother Howard, and sister Betty. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Jean Lanelle (Harris), brother Arthur, Helen Davis mother of Gregory; his children and their spouses Gregory (Donna), Sharon (Joe) Wenzel, Bradley, Ronald (Kathryn); grandchildren and their spouses Jared (Amanda), Samuel Wenzel, Heather (Josh) Cummings, Katy (Ethan) Crumley; great grandchildren Samuel and Zackory Austin, Ava and Bexley Cummings, Seth Crumley; as well as several nieces and nephews. William served in the United States Air Force as a Staff Sergeant. He retired from CAE Link Corporation after 32 years of service where he was an Electronics Engineer. The family would like to thank the staff at Willow Point Nursing home for their care and compassion. Funeral Services will be held at the J.A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home, 141 Main Street, Binghamton, Monday at 1 p.m. Pastor Daniel Little will officiate. Burial will be in Vestal Hills Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the McCormack Funeral Home, Monday from 12 noon until 1 p.m.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Sep. 14 to Sep. 15, 2019.

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Carol and Ron Miller

September 16, 2019

Remembering Bill with many cherished memories. Our deep condolences to all of the family.
With love, Ron and Carol Miller

Julie Elliott

September 15, 2019

Mr Austin was such a nice man. Prayers to Brad and His Mom and Family.
Sincerely Friends Of Brad
Julie
Amanda
Pedro
Deb
Dave

September 14, 2019

Brad
So sorry to hear of your father's passing.

Edie & Lee Farr
Little Meadows Pa

Phil Mckenzie

September 14, 2019

Bill was a true friend and an honest gentleman that I I had the pleasure to work with over the years. I too grieve his passing,

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