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Elizabeth Austin Obituary
Mrs. Elizabeth "Beth" Rentz Austin, 72, of Lynn Haven, FL, a loving wife and mother to four children, passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021 surrounded by her family who loved her dearly. Beth was born on July 14, 1949 in Graceville, FL to John Daniel Rentz and Madge Stewart Rentz.
Beth lived most of her life in Marianna, FL where she retired as General Manager of the TA Travel Center. She was a member of First Assembly of God Church and played the piano and organ there for several years. In 2006 she moved to Bay County to live closer to and work with one of her children. She has been a vital part of their business working as a Manager of a retail hardware store and then as an administrative assistant at Gulf Coast Utility Contractors.
Beth's favorite thing to do was be with her husband and children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved the beach, reading, cooking for her family. She enjoyed FSU games with her family for many years.
Beth was preceded in death by her parents, John Daniel and Madge Rentz, and sister, Ellen Taylor. She is survived by her husband Wayne Austin of Lynn Haven, FL; two sons, Ronnie Austin of Daphne, AL and Coby Austin and wife Rosie of Choctaw, OK, two daughters, Tammi Swearington and husband Mike of Panama City, FL and Melody Llewellyn and husband Ronnie of Frisco, TX; nine grandchildren, Jordan Hobbs and wife Jessica, Alex Hobbs and wife Kayla, Will Swearington, Maegan Swearington, Gracie Llewellyn, Spencer Llewellyn, Lauren Lewis, Hayes Austin and Rylie Austin who all adored their Grandmother; three great-grandchildren, Bowen Hobbs, Baylor Hobbs and Rylann Hobbs; one sister, Margaret Owens and husband John Cooper Owens of McDonough, GA; two sisters-in-law, Luverne Tidwell and Judy Tipton and husband Roy all of Marianna, FL; along with a host of nieces and nephews. Beth, also affectionately referred to as Memaw, will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her.
Funeral Services were held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 1, 2022 at Southerland Family Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Hagan officiating. A private graveside service followed at Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted at www.southerlandfamily.com
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Larry & Karen Smith
December 31, 2021
So sorry for your loss, may God be with you and your family.
Walter Smith Jr
December 31, 2021
A very great trusted employee for over 25 years. Great family. God speed.
Ronnie Bozeman
December 30, 2021
Dear Wayne, Sue and I wish to express our deepest sympathies to you and your family for the loss of Beth. Beth was a great lady, which is not enough to say about her love of you and her entire family. I always enjoyed the times I had the pleasure of her company at Ronnie's wedding, during our high school class reunions, and when I visited you while you were in the hospital. Beth was right there beside you!! It's interesting that Beth and Sue share the same birthday and year of birth...how can best friends be so lucky?
Judy Tioton
December 30, 2021
My sister in law...Beth will be remembered by her sweet smile, her laughter, her sweet kind personality...her love of family. She had a giving heart. I never heard her complain or say a bad word against anyone. Beth was so very good to my brother. She will be greatly missed by all of us. Gone too soon from us, but we can't question God. We love you, Beth, we won't ever forget you.
Charles Reed
December 30, 2021
You will surely be missed--CREED- Class of 1967
Jennifer Rich
December 30, 2021
Mr. Austin, Tammi, Melody, Ronnie and Coby, My sincere condolences. Beth was a wonderful lady that loved her family like no other. I pray for peace for each of you during this difficult time
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