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Amanda Austin Obituary

BALTIMORE, MD On August 9, 2013 Amanda R. Austin (nee Rees); beloved wife of Brett Austin passed away. She was the devoted mother of Luke and Summer Austin; step mother of the late Matthew Austin; loving daughter of Valerie Wagner and her late father Donald Rees and late step father Frank Wagner; sister of Kimberly Rees Barton and her husband Rodney, and twin brother Bradley Rees and his wife Austin. Amanda was a 1990 Graduate of Baldwin White Hall H.S., a 1994 Graduate of UNC, Charlotte, and founder of Amanda Austin Interior in Baltimore. The family will be receiving friends at the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 York Road (Beltway Exit 26A) on Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be celebrated on Wednesday 11 a.m. at the Grace Fellowship Church 9505 Deereco Road Lutherville, Md. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Amanda's memory to the Grace Fellowship Church 3701 Bank St Baltimore, MD 21224 (memo line: Nicaragua Mission). www.ruckfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Evening Sun from Aug. 12 to Aug. 13, 2013.

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DARREN P HURLEY

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August 5, 2022

In memory of my Forever Friend, Amanda Austin, always with us Angel, always in my heart - DH

Renee Conway

August 11, 2020

I am remembering Amanda and her outside and inside beauty. I keep her picture on my refrigerator to gaze at in rememberence. She passed on my youngest brother, Larry’s birthday. Larry died of AIDS in 1994. I wish her twin, sister, Mom, step children and beloved Brett happy memories of her and peace She is missed. Renee Conway

September 10, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of you loss. May you all heal and move past this tragedy with speed, while not ever losing touch with Amanda. Dealing with Amanda was a delight in every way. Eddy - orions objects

Darren Hurley

September 10, 2013

Dearest Family of Amanda:

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of a kind and gentle soul of Amanda Austin. Brett & all, you are in my prayers,

Your Friend!

Darren P. Hurley

Renee and Scott Conway

August 25, 2013

Our most sincere and heart-felt condolences to you; Brett and all of Amandas' family. She was a wonderful spirit and will be missed by many and always will I hold her in my heart!

Lynn DiMeo

August 22, 2013

Amanda decorated my home three years ago. During her illness I lit candles and had masses said and felt close to her in spirit. She was that kind of a person, you knew that she was thinking of you as well. My home has many of her special touches and I am blessed to remember her by touching something as simple as a beautiful tea towel that she gave to me in a gift basket. I always think of her when I use things in my home. Her spirit, bravery and kind loving example of life lived to the fullest will forever remain with me. May God's loving light fill her family, friends and staff with peace at this most difficult time. And, may the good memories that honor a truly wonderful person be always present for those that loved her.

Karen Mitchell

August 15, 2013

Austin Family, I cant believe Mrs Amanda is in heaven. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. I always told everyone she belonged on a magazine cover.She love Brett, Luke, Matt and Summer. She is in heaven now taking care of Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. You have been so much here lately. Amanda, you are one of a kind and never be forgotten and will surely be missed.

August 14, 2013

Brett and Family,
Denny called to tell me of your wife's passing. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Your friend,
Bob Arris, Temple, Texas

Brenda Maddy

August 14, 2013

Brett you have my sincere sympathy on losing Amanda. She fought for a long time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you.

Brenda Nye Maddy

Leigh Lieman

August 13, 2013

Abundant blessings of peace, love and light to one of the most beautiful souls I have ever met. Amanda, your beautiful spirit, courage and grace will be sorely missed. I am so blessed to have been touched by your captivating charm, warmth and kindness. May you dance with the angels and be blessed with eternal serenity and tranquility. Your magnificence will never be forgotten.

Sharon Kolsosky

August 13, 2013

Brett and family;
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

August 13, 2013

The members of Engine 2 BCFD Federal Hill extend our deepest sympathies to Brett and the entire Austin family. We're so sorry to hear of Amanda's passing. She will be missed by all those she touched.

Amanda Koslosky-Proepper

August 13, 2013

Brett & family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Paula Fedornak

August 13, 2013

I'm very sorry to hear of Amanda's passing. May she rest in peace now.

Patti Murphy Astasauskas

August 13, 2013

Amanda was an incredibly kind, positive, and lovely person and such a talented designer. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. She will be missed!

Susan Decker

August 13, 2013

Amanda was one of those rare people you meet in life who was as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. It was my honor to have worked with her. She was a true breath of fresh air who will truly be missed.

Peggy Lyn Speicher

August 12, 2013

Amanda was a beautiful angel on this earth...amazing in every way and will never be forgotten. So happy to have known her.

Gina Ramsey

August 12, 2013

Amanda you touched so many so profoundly. We will forever be changed by our time spent with you. You were an angel here on earth and you make me want to be a better person. You are missed.

Lisa A.

August 12, 2013

Brett and kids,
I'm so so so very sorry to hear of Amanda's passing. Its been a long while since I've been close to Amanda, but, she always remained close to me in heart and mind because of her amazing positive nature that inspired so many. As I am sure she will be missed by all, she is now with her God and in peace. Brett, may God be with you in this time of great mourning. And Amanda, may you rest in peace. With fondness and love,

Danny Roitman

August 12, 2013

Brett, our deepest condolences for the loss of beautiful Amanda. We will truly miss her!

Pat Covato

August 12, 2013

Mandy was a part of my life since the age of two. I remember her voice so clearly asking "Thecka play?" She and my daughter ran in and out of our back doors playing and sleeping over each night at Val's or Pat's until graduation from high school. Each of them had two mothers. Now I am missing part of my heart, I love you. My beautiful Mandy. Pat

August 12, 2013

We at Home & Design Magazine would like to express our condolences on this terrible loss! Amanda was a pleasure to work with, not only because of her talent and ability, but because she was unfailingly warm, generous and positive. She will be missed!

Sincerely,

Sharon, Julie and Becky, and the rest of the staff at Home & Design

joyce terry

August 12, 2013

May this candle light your way
to heaven to be with the angels above. Rest in Peace!
I will miss you..

joyce terry

August 12, 2013

I will miss you! May this candle light your way to heaven with the angels,where
you belong..Rest in peace.

Kati Pope

August 12, 2013

I met Amanda a few times and she was truly a kind soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you mourn her passing. She will be missed.

Pamela Shapiro

August 12, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. I so enjoyed working with Amanda and her team. Always so polite,professional, and talented. She will be greatly missed.

August 12, 2013

Please accept our condolences.
Amanda will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you....
The Scalamadre DC Team,
~ Janelle Finley-Alexander

August 12, 2013

Bret, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Janice Lippy

Jenny Carroll-Caruso

August 12, 2013

Brad, my heart breaks for you knowing what you are going through. Mandy was such a ray of sunshine...always kind, always genuine. My prayers to you and the entire family. Jenny Carroll ( Caruso)

Jennifer Tulenko

August 12, 2013

Although it has been many years since I have seen or spoken to Amanda (Mandy), after hearing of her passing, I've done nothing but think of her. I'm happy to have read she was successful in love and life. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Brian Madigan

August 12, 2013

Brad -

From all your friends and co-workers at UML and the Marine Corps IO Center, our deepest and most sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones in this difficult time.

Renee Kinavey

August 12, 2013

Brad, Austin, & Family, my deepest sympathy & most loving prayers to all of you. It has been many years since seeing Mandy, but I remember her kind & gentle heart like it was yesterday. I also remember all the laughter from our waitressing days together in high school. Please know you are in my thoughts & prayers.

Walt and Claudia Franek

August 12, 2013

Dear Brett, Luke and Summer,
No words can express our deepest sorrow in the passing of Amanda. We all have such fond memories to share forever of our time spent with her. You have our deepest sympathy

Karen Eline

August 12, 2013

Brett,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thoughts & prayers are with you.
Karen and Arnold Eline and family

taryn Gilbertson

August 11, 2013

I too was a neighbor on Warren Avenue, We are so saddened to hear this news, She was such sweet and beautiful person. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her friends and family.

August 11, 2013

What a wonderful soul who saw the true beauty in the world. Her calming presence was felt by all and will be truly missed. My thoughts go out to her family.
Traci K. (Fells Point)

Susan Krabbe

August 11, 2013

Like so many others, I love Amanda as a neighbor and friend and so enjoyed her amazing giftedness. My deepest sympathy to you, Brett, and her family.

August 11, 2013

Amanda was a unique and marvelous girl whose traits can not be replicated.A great loss to all who knew her and a personal loss to me.
Stuart Gordon

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