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AUSTING, Paul Leo 59, of Taos passed away on December 22, 2008. He was born on July 3, 1949 in Hamilton, Ohio. He graduated from Badin High School in 1969. He also attended Milwaukee Technical College receiving an applied science degree of the Culinary Arts in 1972. Paul is survived by his wife, Linda, sister, Celine Burke (Dick), brothers, John (Margie), Don (Sue), nieces and nephews, Mark Burke, Angie, Nancy, Brian, Michelle, John and Jenny. Paul built, owned and operated the largest and tallest timber frame hotel in the United States. The Austing Haus hotel is located in Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico. He also built the Columbine Inn, another timber frame hotel in the Taos Ski Valley. Paul's culinary skills took him to seven different countries. He served as a council member of the Village of Taos Ski Valley for four years. Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at 1:30 PM at St. James Episcopal Church in Taos. A gathering will follow at the St. James Parish hall. Arrangements by Rivera Family Mortuaries. www.riverafamilymortuaries.com
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Tom Austing
January 11, 2009
Dear Linda and the Austing family - we extend our deepest sympathies for your loss. Paul certainly led an interesting and full life.
From his cousins - Tom, Leah, and Gregg Austing and his aunt Romaine.
From Tom - my time visiting and skiing with Paul in Taos will not be forgotten. If there is anything I can do, please contact me.
Susan House
January 4, 2009
Dear Linda,
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
I'm so very sorry to learn of the
loss of your beloved Paul!
Gentle peace to you during these
difficult days.
God Bless,
Dave Roden
January 4, 2009
I'm sorry to hear about Paul. I knew him and his family in Hamilton when we were growing up. I knew he was a chef and I'm glad he had so much fun with it. My condolences to the family. Dave Roden
Sharon Beals
January 2, 2009
I remember Paul when he lived in the Brookwood area in Hamilton Ohio many years ago. He was outgoing and handsome. I am so sorry to hear about his passing and happy to hear about his success in life with his businesses. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
Donna Jean Truster
January 1, 2009
John and the Austing Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Paul. I remember him from high school, he was always a pleasant person to talk to and I remember he liked scuba diving. He will be truly missed. Again, please accept my symathy for your loss.
Sincerely,
Donna Jean (Meyer) Truster
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