James Austin Obituary
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USAF Retired
Of Windsor
Jim passed away on Sat. June 28, 2025, after a long difficult illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles F. (John) Austin, his mother, Helen L. (Pultz) Austin, a brother, Lawrence (Igg) Austin, two nephews; Todd and Michael Austin and a brother-in-law, Dewey Rowe.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Carol Ann (Soladay) Austin,three children; Jesse M Austin (Evelyn), Washington , Anne M. McCafferty (John), Windsor and Dona O'Connor (Timothy), Windsor, seven Grandchildren: Cierra Austin, Jackson Austin, Kelsie (McCafferty )Knapp, Joshua McCafferty, Chad O'Connor, Parker O'Connor and Triston Myers, two Great Grandaughters, Kendall Gordon and Rosemary Knapp, two sisters, Sharon Fuller and Mary K. (Kap) Rowe, a niece, Aimee and nephew, John Rowe and two great friends, Karen McLeaghan and John Benjamin.
Jim was born in Windsor on August 2, 1944 a birthday he shared with his mother. His fondest memories were that of growing up in Windsor. He attended WCHS and graduated in 1963. After which he joined the USAF. He was very proud of his service of 23 ½ years to his country. After retiring from the USAF, he returned home to Windsor and began 20 years of service to the village he loved working in the Water and Streets Dept.
As a member of the American Legion he participated in the Memorial Day Celebration and made sure all vets were honored by placing flags and or military markers at their grave. His trip with the Twin Tiers Honor Flight to Washington, DC was a great joy to him, he couldn't stop talking about it
Funeral Services will be held at the Osterhoudt-Madden Funeral Home on Thurs. at 11:30 a.m. Pastor Deb Arnold, of Windsor United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Knox Cemetery, Ouaquaga with military honors. The family will receive friends at the Osterhoudt-Madden Funeral Home on Thurs. from 10 to 11:30 a.m. prior to service.
Jim will be greatly missed, forever loved, and always in our hearts
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society or the Twin Tiers Honor Flight Society. Online condolences may be made at: www.omaddenfh.com.
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Frank Emick
July 3, 2025
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. We wish you wonderful memories and peace in the days ahead. Dianne and Frank Emick
Walt Robinson
July 1, 2025
I first met Mr.Austin when he coached Windsor Legion Baseball team (I believe it was the first Legion team Windsor had). He would come and pick me up for practice and games or make sure I had a ride. I won´t forget that even though I was definitely not the best player on the team. I also know him as Dona´s dad who graduated with me and I became friends with her, and later her husband Tim. I don´t believe you could have met him and not instantly respect him. There was just something about him. Rest in peace sir
Fred Pfeiffer
July 1, 2025
Anne & Family,
So sorry to hear about your Dad passing away. May he rest in peace.
Fred Pfeiffer.....
Anne & Family,
So sorry to read about your Dad passing away. May he rest in peace.
Wilma Price
June 30, 2025
So sorry to read of James's passing. We were classmates all through school and later in life my husband Don got to become friends with him at the diner at the end of Kent St for coffee in the mornings. He was always so polite and a true gentleman who served his country. Prayers for all his family. Don passed 2 1/2 years ago, now they can have their morning coffe and chats again. RIP Old friend, Wilma
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Carl and Janet Colwell
June 30, 2025
Jim was a kind and generous man. He´ll be remembered for many things. He was the neighbor people long for. The many times he plowed snow for us is an example of the kindnesses that will be long remembered and are just an example of the man he was.
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