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Scott Austin Obituary
Suddenly on Monday, November 17, 2008, age 40; of South Park, Beloved husband of Wendy (Strauser) Austin; loving father of Taylor and Dylan; son of Henry & Doris Austin and Jacque & Bob Johnston; brother of Adam (April) Johnston, Kelli and Derek Austin; Grandson of Theodore E. and the late Violet Austin & Rose and the late Fred Barron; Son in law of Don & Cindy Strauser; brother in law of David (Mandie) Strauser, Michele (Don) Kosker; uncle of Braden. Also survived by uncles, aunts, and cousins. Friends received Wednesday & Thursday 2-4 & 6-8 at PAUL HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park where funeral services will be held Friday 11 AM. In lieu of flowers family request memorial donations C/O Belden Law 117 North Main St. Greensburg, PA 15601 for the benefit of the Austin Children.
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May 6, 2021
I miss you. I wonder what life would be like if you were still here. You touched so many lives.
May 6, 2021
I miss you and wonder what life would be like if you were here today. You touched so many lives.
November 16, 2012
Thinking about you...Love & miss you. I wish you were still with us.
November 17, 2011
Wish you were here bro.
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November 17, 2011
Think of you often, but you are really on my mind today...miss you
November 16, 2011
It will 3 years tomorrow since you left us. Not a day goes by that you are not thought of Scott. RIP Brother!
February 6, 2011
Well Scott, it's the big game! It's GAME DAY! We need you today again, Scott. Start waving that towel! I know by now you are hanging with Myron too. We miss you! Days like this are never easy. Cause we would all be hanging together watching the Superbowl. Love you Scott! And Go Steelers!
January 25, 2011
Thank you for keeping this guest book online. I think it's great that everyone can continue sharing their thoughts and prayers with Scott.
January 23, 2011
We need you again today Scott! Get your towel out and you and God start waving them man! Here we go Steelers!
January 15, 2011
We need you today Scott! Let's beat the ravens!
December 18, 2010
Thanks to whomever kept this guest book online.
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November 17, 2010
Corinthians 5
1 For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down (that is, when we die and leave this earthly body), we will have a house in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God himself and not by human hands. 2 We grow weary in our present bodies, and we long to put on our heavenly bodies like new clothing. 3 For we will put on heavenly bodies; we will not be spirits without bodies. 4 While we live in these earthly bodies, we groan and sigh, but it’s not that we want to die and get rid of these bodies that clothe us. Rather, we want to put on our new bodies so that these dying bodies will be swallowed up by life. 5 God himself has prepared us for this, and as a guarantee he has given us his Holy Spirit. 6 So we are always confident, even though we know that as long as we live in these bodies we are not at home with the Lord. 7 For we live by believing and not by seeing. 8 Yes, we are fully confident, and we would rather be away from these earthly bodies, for then we will be at home with the Lord.
Debbie
November 2, 2010
I still struggle with believing that you are really gone, believing that this happened. I remember just thinking "why you, why you". It still catches me off guard when I see a glimpse of your picture on my frige out of the corner of my eye and I remember why it's there. I think of you while I am driving all the time and still cannot keep myself from tearing up every single time. I can't drive past the restaurant without you popping in my head. I think about all the funny little looks we shared everytime Pap & Gingi said something goofy. I think about how you said things would change between all of us when Gingi died and it did. We didn't see each other as often as we did before. I only hope you knew how I felt about you and I wish I would have told you the last time I saw you. Love you and miss you.
September 13, 2010
Thinking about you again today, never gets easier not seeing your face. We will never forget you. God Bless Taylor and Dylan and continue to watch over them.
August 24, 2010
Just thinking about you..Hoping the Austin family is doing well.
April 26, 2010
Scooter Pie,
Just thinkin' about you today. Miss you.
Love Ya,
La
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November 17, 2009
It's bee a year, but still fresh like it was yesterday. Ther are so many memries that we have of you, but so many little things remind us of you, like Steeler games, ofcourse, midget football games, the Ellen Show, seeing cars like yours. Yes time goes on, but our memories of you will last forever.
Love,
Danny & Jennifer
November 17, 2009
The one year anniversary of Scott's death. My how time goes on. I'm not so sure that I have much more acceptance now than I did 2 days after the accident. It's just not fair. I'm just not all that close to many people in my life- now it's even fewer. My days are spent trying to be outrageously busy- keeping me from reminiscing and being dragged down from all the memories. Some days it's unavoidable. I'll get by- we'll all get by- but there's a hollowness, a void in our lives. I miss my cuz, my buddy, & the life we should have enjoyed together so, so much. I love pro football, but this season has honestly seemed like the longest season ever. I didn't spend evry Sunday with Scott, but the thoughts of not being able to spend any really sucks. Wendy, Taylor, & Dylan, I hope you guys are doing ok.
Danny
November 17, 2009
I miss you and think about you everyday.
Debbie
Jeff and Kerry
November 16, 2009
It still seems unbelievable that we will not see or hear your voice again.It seems like yesterday waiting to hear your truck engine pull up to the bus stop at the very last minute or to have you waiting in your chair in the driveway waiting for someone to get home so they could sit and hang with you or all of the endless get togethers.There is not a day that goes by that we don't think of you.Everytime we all get together there is not one time that we don't laugh and cry talking of all the good times .We will never beable to listen to another grease song again without thinking of you.How you knew every word of every single song and doing your little hand motion thing you did so well and all of us laughing uncontolably at you while you performed .Quite proud of yourself you were. We miss you so much Scott thankyou for all the laughter and memories and being a special part of our life .You were a truly special friend and person no-one could ever take your place.
November 14, 2009
I was putting my thanksgiving decorations up last week and I was standing at my lamp post where I was about a year ago and you road by with a big ole'grin on your face and told me it looked stupid. God how I wish you where here to tell me how ugly my decorations are this year. There is not a day that goes by that we don't think about you or talk about you. Kevin and I miss you so much. We pray for you,your children,and your parents. We will ALWAYS keep your memory alive. We love and miss you. Until we meet again, keep those pennies coming. Love Ya Scooter Pie,
Kev & La
November 14, 2009
I still can't believe it. I look at your house waiting for you to pull in the driveway, or walk over to say hello. There is an emptiness that I feel in my heart since you've been gone. I pray for Taylor and Dylan every night. Knowing that they too feel an emptiness in their hearts. It's almost been a year, and I still can't believe it. So many good times spent with you, so sad that it couldn't have laster another 40 years...Your smile will never be forgotten or replaced. Love you man!
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Derek Austin
November 4, 2009
Scott,
Almost a year now and i still think about you many times everyday. You will always be with me. I miss you.
Derek
Kellie Condie
January 5, 2009
Wendy and family,
First and foremost I am incredibly sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine how you feel because I am totally and utterly in shock to this day. I worked with Scott at Riverhouse and he was a GREAT guy. There was never a dull moment when he was in the room. Scott always had a way of putting a smile on mine and everyone else's face. God only takes the best, and that's what Scott certainly is. He'll remain forever in our hearts.
Darla Huber
December 6, 2008
Wendy, I just found out late last night about Scott. I can't put into words the feeling of sadness I felt when I heard. I am so truly sorry for you loss. You,Taylor and Dylan will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Eric Robaugh
December 1, 2008
To Scott's family,
I offer my deepest sympathy, words can not describe the feeling I had when I found out about the loss of Scott.
I worked with Scott at Citi for 12years, he hired me, he promoted me, and was my boss and mentor. He was known as the "Bossman." He treated everyone with dignity and respect.
I know he loved his family very much and was proud of each one of you. My thoughts and prayers go out to all.
Vicki Spilka
November 29, 2008
Wendy, Taylor, and Dylan,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father/husband. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vick Spilka (South Park School District)
Ray, Heidi and Amanda Weber
November 26, 2008
Taylor and Family,
We were very sad to hear of your Dad's passing. Please know Taylor that you and your family our in our thoughts and prayers.
The Weber Family,
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Rich Jones
November 23, 2008
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Gary Calleja
November 22, 2008
Wendy,
You have our sympathy. I had the privleage of working with Scott for years. Take comfort knowing that his love of his family was his most cherished possession.
Scott touched many of us with his professionalism and acts of kindness. His sense of humor made him a joy to be around. He was a good man who will be missed.
November 22, 2008
I was one of many people who attended Scott's funeral yesterday. I contemplated getting up to speak but couldn't. I even had something prepared but threw it out. Now the words seemed to flow out of my mouth as I was thinking about what I would say. Scott left such on impression on everyone around him. He was the greatest friend anyone could ask for. That smile of Scott's is embedded in my mind and I will never forget it. Or that homecoming queen wave of his. I would like to believe that Scott right now is laughing and joking with Angels.
Now that the funeral is over what do we do? Still search for answers? Keep asking why? Now what we must do is try to go on. We must be the best Aunt, Uncle, Grandfather, Grandmother, Sister, Brother, Mom, Dad, Friend, Neighbor,etc. that we can be to Wendy, Taylor, and Dylan. Is that really asking too much? Be the best we can be for this family. Scott would have certainly done the same for all of us. None of us asked for this to happen. And anyone of us would have loved to undo it, but we couldn't.
After listening to everyone get up and speak yesterday, it occurred to me that wow, what an amazing Mom and Dad Scott had. Now that explains why he was such a great man.
A good point was brought up yesterday about Scott not having enough time to spend with everyone. I thought that was so true. He would have stayed up 24/7 to be a comedy act for someone. Anyone who would sit down and listen to one of his stories or jokes.
There is a hole in our hearts that will never go away til we see Scott again. And until that day, we must Smile, Live, Love and Go On. . . . . . Because that's what Scott would have wanted us to do.
Harry, Linda, Kellie & Kristen Santoline
November 21, 2008
Wendy, Taylor & Dylan,
We cannot begin to express our thoughts or understand the grief that you are feeling for your unimaginable loss. Scott was a great guy, always happy and supportive and oh so much fun. From softball and dance recital memories, neighborhood picnics, and just everyday "ordinary" memories, Scott left a vivid impression on our entire family.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and that we will be here to help - as best we can - going forward.
We love you all,
Robyn and Elizabeth Trost
November 21, 2008
Taylor and Family,
We were very shocked when we heard of your dad's passing. You and your family will be kept in our prayers.
Michael and Cindy Donovan
November 20, 2008
Dearest Wendy, Taylor, and Dylan,
Words cannot express our profound grief at the loss of your husband, daddy, and our dear friend, Scott. Yet, as we struggle to deal with our feelings of sadness and loss, we thank God that we were given the privilege of sharing a part of Scott's life. A life so well-lived, if only too short. A life so full of love for his dear family, so full of fun and laughter with his friends. So many wonderful memories to recall, the many summer pool parties, bonfires, Steeler games, winter card games (complete with Scott's card-marking cheesy poofs), and of course, the spring-time opening of Sue's pool with accompanying nausea! These, and so many more, are the memories that we carry with us and will cherish forever. And as the days and weeks pass, please know that our love, support, and prayers for you will not. God Bless You.
Michelle Ed & Jenna Zeiler-Ashford
November 20, 2008
Wendy, Taylor & Dylan We are so sorry to hear the loss of your husband/father. You are all in our hearts and thoughts. Keep strong.
Orkwis Family
November 20, 2008
Hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to the Austin's
John,Renee & Alyssa Cappetta
November 20, 2008
Wendy,Taylor & Dylan
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carrie Myers
November 20, 2008
Henry, Aunt Doris, and family:
I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Love,
Katie Ward
November 19, 2008
Taylor, Dylan, Wendy,
I am very sorry for your loss. He was a very kind person. He always knew how to make me laugh when I was upset! He will always be with you! Just stay strong and you will make it through this. Everyone cares very much about all of you and we are keeping you in our prayers. I love you guys!
Bob Myers
November 19, 2008
Henry and Aunt Doris,
We just heard the horrible news. You have our deepest sympathies and are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
God Bless,
Bob, Jenn, Nathan and Mathew Myers
Joan & George Pettiford
November 19, 2008
Deepest Sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Keena Pettiford
November 19, 2008
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Austin Family.
chris pipolo
November 19, 2008
hey its chris pipolo cathys son. I just wanted to say that Scott was a great person and that if taylor or dylan ever need to talk to someone they can come to me because i know what its like to lose a dad and i can share ways to ease the pain.
Kayla Briggs
November 19, 2008
Taylor,
I am very sorry for your loss. I will greatly miss your dad. Everytime I walked in the door he always brought a smile to my face. I pray for you to get through this hard time in your life. I am always here for you.
With much love to you and your family.
Kayla
The Briggs Family
November 19, 2008
Dear Wendy, Dylan, and Taylor,
We are very sorry for your loss. All of us will greatly miss him. Your in our prayers. Stay strong.
I love you Taylor.
Kayla
Phil Lewerth
November 19, 2008
I worked with Scott for several years and enjoyed it all. He was always very supportive in his approach and always eager to help out.. had great times at our meetings and a couple of times playing Golf. He had everyones respect and will be missed by many. Scott made an impact, was a true professional and team leader......
Marty Rieck (SPHS)
November 19, 2008
Taylor,
Please know that our prayers are with you and your family. All of the students and teachers at SPHS are here to support you.
Bryan Rudolph-Video Doc Prod.
November 19, 2008
Dear Austin Family:
I am sorry for your sudden loss. Scott was a very nice guy and I always enjoyed talking with him when he would come in my office. He was one of the "Good Guys" in life.
Melissa Petrosky
November 19, 2008
Wendy, Taylor, & Dylan, family & friends,
I wanted to take this opportunity to express my condolences at this time for your great, great loss. I'm still in disbelief and total shock that I'm having to write this.
I'm so grateful to God to have known Scott, even if for a short time. I'm thankful for all the laughs, handshakes, bear-hugs, smiles, chuckles, stories, jokes, cares & concerns, parties, Steeler games, and always those warm hellos. I'm thankful that we were fortunate enough to have the opportunity to go to Oglebay Park this past New Years' and stayed in a cottage with Scott, Wendy, & Dylan, Zeb, Kerry, Abbie, Alexis, Rick, Mindy, Zach and Lacey. I remember at one point Scott had liquid coming out of his nose from laughing so hard, and don't even remember what it was about. We had such a great time that weekend, memories to last a lifetime. So many more stories, too many to list.
The hole left in all of our hearts by Scott's passing, will not be filled soon, if ever. But let's all remember the warmness Scott brought with him wherever he went. Let's remember that fantastic smile. Let's remember that quick wit. Let's not forget to tell your family you love them everyday.
One last thing, Thanks Scott for being such a great friend to my brother. You were actually more of a brother to him than friend. You will never be forgotten, because you will live on through your beautiful children.
Angie Vitullo
November 18, 2008
Wendy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked for Scott for 3 years-he was a wonderful and very funny man. He will be greatly missed!!
ROBERT STOODT
November 18, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to all for your loss. One can't even imagine what you are going through but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
bob carol stoodt
Kevin and Linda Baker
November 18, 2008
Dear Wendy,Taylor and Dylan,
We can not express how much Scott meant to us as a freind and neighbor. He was always the fun one whether it was the Thursday night fireworks, air hockey, and the whipped cream battle at Pigstock. Every time he would pass by, he always had a smile, a wave, or a funny comment. That was the kind of guy Scott was and we will always remember him and it will bring a smile to our faces. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bello Family
November 18, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Christina Homer
November 18, 2008
Wendy, Taylor, and Dylan
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Scott for many years, and he was a wonderful man with the most amazing sense of humor. He will be truly missed. Words cannot express my sympathy. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You~
Melissa Morgan
November 18, 2008
Taylor-
I know that there are no words I can say to help you through this painful time in your life, but please know that I will keep you & your family in my prayers. You are such a special person & I am so sorry that you are going through this.
David, Kelly, Nathan & Kadence
November 18, 2008
Wendy, Taylor & Dylan,
We are so saddened by the news of Scott's passing. He had a smile that was infectious to all those around him, and a heart of gold. Please know that you and your children are in our thoughts and prayers. May the strength of your family, friends, and community help you through this difficult time.
E. J, Jennifer and Cassidy Merriman
November 18, 2008
Dear Wendy, Taylor & Dylan
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories spent with my cousin Scott. He made me happy with his charm, sad when we got in trouble as kids, laugh with his humor and now cry with him gone. He will always have a place in my heart and may God Bless you and comfort you in this hard time.
Fasone Family
November 18, 2008
To the whole family we express are deepest sympathies and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott Schraeder
November 18, 2008
Dear austin family , Scott was a
great boss and a great person . I am
in shock ,i worked for him for 7 years
and he was always thoughtful kind and caring , my prayers and thoughts go to his family .
Rick Hoffman (SPHS)
November 18, 2008
Taylor,
Please accept my sincere condolences at the tragic loss of your father. Words cannot describe the pain felt by all the high school. Know that we are all here for you and your family. Please take comfort in the fond memories of your father and the great times you had. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Michelle Constantin
November 18, 2008
Wendy, I cannot begin to express my sympathy for you and your family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Petrak
November 18, 2008
Wendy, Taylor and Dylan,
I worked for Scott for many years. Through ups and downs, he was always ready with an encouraging word or a joke to lighten the mood. He showed me how a leader puts themselves on the line for their employees. It is a lesson I will never forget.
You know better than I that your husband and father was a good man. May time bring you peace until time brings you together again in Heaven.
With sympathy,
Heather Brown
November 18, 2008
Wendy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. We will be praying for all of you.
I worked for Scott for over 3 years and have very fond memories of him. He was a great, funloving guy. He will be missed by many.
Geneann, Alyssa, and Brianna Ashcraft
November 18, 2008
Dear Wendy, Taylor, and Dylan,
We were so sorry to hear about Scott. You have our deepest sympathy. We can not even imagine the sadness you are feeling. We hope the wonderful memories you have of Scott willl bring you some peace. Please know that you and your entire family will be in our thoughts.
Monique Bradley
November 18, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss.Scott was my boss for three years and he was so kind and the funniest person I have ever met. I can't believe hes gone and he will be greatly missed.
Wendy Towers
November 18, 2008
Wendy, Taylor and Dylan
We all feel for all of you, Scott was one of the nicest people I have known. We will pray for you always.
Love, Wendy, Sydney, Judy and Lenny.
Adrienne McCreary
November 18, 2008
Taylor and Family~
My deepest sympathy goes out to you all in this difficult time. Just remember to rely on each other and the many friends and family members you have in the world and with in the school district! My prayers are with you all!
Mrs. McCreary (Miss Stephan) South Park Middle School
Amy Bozick
November 18, 2008
Dear Taylor and family,
I was very sorry to hear the news about your father/husband. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bozick from SPMS
Jodi Brady
November 18, 2008
Dear Wendy, Taylor, and Dylan,
You have my deepest and sincerest condolences. You are in my heart and my prayers during such a difficult time.
Scott was one of the "good guys". I worked for him many years and he always kind and had a fantastic sense of humor. He will always be in my fondest memories.
God bless you.
Roberta Geiss
November 18, 2008
I was sorry to hear of Scott's passing. May the comfort of family & friends help you during this difficult time.
Ray Anderson
November 18, 2008
Austin Family....... I had the pleasure of working with Scott , and you certainly had much to be proud of. He was a fine young man. My sympathy to the entire family
Charlene Baker
November 18, 2008
My deepest symphathy to you and the children for your dear loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Charlene H. Baker (Kevin's mom)
Lisa, Joe, David & Zippy Stanicar
November 18, 2008
Wendy, Taylor, Dylan and family~
I am so sorry for your loss. Scott will be deeply missed. My family and I will be praying for all of you to find peace during this difficult time. Scott had a big heart and shared his joy for life with all he touched.
We LOVE you SCOTT...forever in our hearts
Renee Dillman
November 18, 2008
Dearest Wendy, Taylor, Dylan and family,
No words can describe how sad we are for your loss. Scott was truly a remarkable Man..Father..and good Friend to so many. May you know that the Love and Peace of our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ is with you all at this most difficult time.
Scott was one of those people that by knowing him...it made you a much better person. He would always take the time to wave..and ask how you were... My family and I will always cherish the memories and the good conversations that Scott brang to every gathering. I will miss his humor and his laughter the most. He was indeed..a good Friend.
With Deepest Sympathy to you all,
Renee, Malcolm, Spencer & Jessica Dillman
Jack, Tracy and Christian Ondo
November 18, 2008
Dear Wendy, Our deepest, deepest sympathy for you and your family at this unbelievably difficult time. Just know that there are so many people that are thinking of you and praying for you and your children at this time.
The Napolitano's
November 18, 2008
We will never forget Scott, he was a wonderful person, and a great father.
Our love and sympathy to you and the children.
Janet, Rick and Tammy Schmitt
November 18, 2008
Dearest Wendy, Taylor and my little buddy Dylan,
There are no words at this time to express our deepest sympathy for you right now, I can only say that you will get thru this with the help from your families and friends, they will be there for you forever.
I will miss the life of our parties who expressed true enjoyment of life and made everyone laugh. Always showed respect. He was there for my son when no one else was.
Our prayers are with you three and Scotts entire family at this most difficult time.
Truly your friends and neighbor
Janet,Rick and Tammy Schmitt
Jim & Tracey Martin & Family
November 18, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to all for your loss. One can't even imagine what you are going through but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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