Augustine, Jeremy Jeremy Augustine, 23, of Emmaus, died suddenly November 19, 2014 as a result of a traffic accident. He was the husband of Kimberly (Bartholomew) Augustine. Born in Harrisburg, he was the son of Leanna D. (Brightbill) and Dan R. Wickline of Macungie and the late Kenneth Augustine. He was a 2009 graduate of Emmaus High School. After graduation he honorably served his country in the Army in Germany in the Military Police and Honor Guard. He later worked as an armored car driver for GARDA. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Macungie. Survivors: Wife; Mother and Stepfather; Maternal Grandmother, Shirley Brightbill of Wilson, NC; Sisters, Melissa Yurko of Harrisburg and Amanda Augustine of Bethlehem; Step Brothers, Scott Wickline of Holbrook, NY and Mark Wickline of Atlantic City, NJ; Step Sister, Kelly Wickline of Walnutport; Nieces and Nephews. Services: Funeral Service Monday, Nov. 24, 2014 at 11:00 AM in Grace Lutheran Church, 28 West Main St., Macungie. Visitation Sunday 6:00 to 8:00 PM and Monday 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the church. Interment with military honors will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Macungie. Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements. Online condolences maybe made at schantzfh.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.

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Published by Morning Call on Nov. 22, 2014.

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Jake Gast

December 30, 2014

I was lucky enough to be pushed up against that sign and live. I didn't know you then, but from what I've researched I know now that you were a good, brave, young man. I think of you and Jane often along with your families. I'm so sorry Jeremy, may your family and loved ones find peace.

November 28, 2014

To the family of JEREMY AUGUSTINE I send my sincere condolences. During this difficult time draw close to GOD and he will draw close to you. JAMES 4.8'

sincerely,
JWJC

Judy Passaro

November 26, 2014

RIP Jeremy. I'll pray for your family and friends during this difficult time. I wish I could take their pain away. God must have had a plan for you.

Mary Ann Strohl

November 26, 2014

Peace and prayers to your family from ours. Our journeys are the Earth missions that give the strength to our loved ones to carry on. It is hard for me to give any words that can help. Sincerely.

J Juliana

November 26, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this tragic time. I knew Ken, who was always proud of Jeremy, and spoke very highly of him.

Jan and Marty Larson

November 24, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you - some people come into our lives and quickly go others stay and leave footprints on our heart. Jeremy will remain in our hearts forever.

Kay Eisenbise

November 24, 2014

I didn't know Jeremy but wanted to send my deepest sympathies to his family during this very sad and tragic time...Prayers are being said for the family of both Jeremy and the family of young lady who lost her life along with him on that tragic day last week...In my thoughts and prayers. Such a terrible loss for all involved...Condolences to all!

Linda Ferguson

November 24, 2014

So very sorry for this heartbreaking loss. Thoughts and prayers are w you..

November 23, 2014

We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time.

Bill and Amy Liaw

Catharine Geib

November 23, 2014

Dear Leanna and family, We were so sorry to gear of Jeremy's death. We remember that little boy. Our hearts and prayers are with you! God bless, Pastors Richard and Cathy Geib

November 23, 2014

Dan and Leanna, Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Our sincere sympathy to you both. Tom & Sue Douville

john carroll

November 23, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to Jeremy's family our thoughts and prayers are with you may God bless you SSG John Carroll and family "Honor Guard "

Louise Eppel

November 23, 2014

Sympathy to all, prayers to all

November 23, 2014

you have had a very special place in my heart
since you came into our family.WIll love you always and you willsurely be missed. Gramma Smith

November 23, 2014

Army Sgt Honor Guard Veteran Jeremy J.Augustine. You lived such a short time, but touched so many lives in many ways. Know you loved God, Your Family and America. The most Patriotic young man I have ever met.So Proud to called you my Great Nephew. Rest in Peace, know you are with your Beloved Poppy, my late Brother Francis "Jake" Brightbill, other relatives and of Course "Our Heavenly Father." Your Aunt Lene

Carol Gillette

November 22, 2014

Leanna and family, So sorry for the loss of your son. My sincere sympathy to all of you.

Carol Gillette (CVS) Macungie

diane suba

November 22, 2014

my thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

November 22, 2014

So sorry to Jeremy's family for your loss. May all your memories give you strength and comfort.God bless all of you and God bless you Jeremy.Thank you Jeremy for
your service in The United States Army.Watch over your family as you surely are their guardian angel.Godspeed!

Lindsey Motter

November 22, 2014

Melissa and family. My deepest sympathies.

November 22, 2014

Dear Dan and Leanna, so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending prayers to you and you family. Personal regards, Jeff and Amy Sander.

November 22, 2014

Dan and family, so sorry to hear of your loss and please know I thinking of you and your family at this time. There are no words.

Ron Gerhard

Kelly Wickline

November 22, 2014

I miss you and love you with all my heart. You were and will always be an amazing person. Love you. Your sister Kelly

November 22, 2014

As it's been said many times to you, There Just Aren't Any Word to say how sorry we are for you and everyone effected of the loss of Jeremy. We Love You.

Betsey Schmeltzle

November 22, 2014

To Jeremy's family,
I did not know Jeremy, but two weeks ago my 23 year old niece died in a hit and run accident. I am so sorry for your tragic and senseless loss. Losing someone so young is overwhelming.

Wendy Rushatz

November 22, 2014

Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your love one. Most sincerely, Wendy J. Rushatz

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