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Rudolph Austin Obituary

Austin Rudolph Austin, age 69, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2016 after a lengthy illness. Rudy graduated from Linden McKinley High School and joined the Army, bravely serving during the tumultuous Viet Nam era. He retired from Columbus City Schools and will be missed by friends and family, including his mother, Elnora Mathis; daughter, Amber Moorefield; brother, Glenn (Sheila "She'she") Austin; grandchildren, Angalique, Destiny and Elijah; nephew, Timothy Austin. Rudy's father, Felton Austin preceded him in death. Arrangements entrusted to Ohio Cremation & Memorial Society / RODMAN-SNYDER MEMORIAL CENTER.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 31 to Apr. 2, 2016.

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Fuel convoy 11/66

Rick Parkinson

April 24, 2016

Rudy served with us in the 360th Trans Co 66-67 in Vietnam. He drove a 5000 fuel tanker during some of the worst fighting of the war. He was courageous and never complained. We have a reunion every September in DC. He will be missed by all of us in the 360th.
May he rest in peace

Villa Angela Care Center

April 4, 2016

Please accept our deepest sympathy

Amber Moorefield

April 3, 2016

I love u dad more than u know. Im so sorry u had to leave so soon. U will forever b in my heart

eva scott (carmona)

April 2, 2016

I was so sorry to hear of Rudy's passing. I have thoughts and prayers for the family and friends. I will always remember the fun times we had in school and later in life. Rudy was always joking and was a joy to be around. Remembering all the good times we had-you and your cousin Alvin (whom I know he missed dearly when he passed). May the family find comfort in each other and in prayer. My thoughts are with you all. I know he is no longer in pain and he will be missed by his family and friends. Remember the the laughter and joy he brought into your lives. He will be sadly missed. Rely on each other in this time of sadness.

RIP

Herb USMC

April 2, 2016

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April 2, 2016

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Alumni

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Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC

April 2, 2016

God Bless/RIP. A heartfelt Thank YOU for your service in Vietnam, Rudy....... And Semper Fi.

Jeremy

April 1, 2016

My condolences to the Austin family and friends. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this time. Ps 116 :15

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