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Susie Wrencher
September 13, 2019
I will always remember you Melvin you were our Hines very own Morgan Freeman. You was the nicest person to me and I will never forget you. Take your Rest now and I'll see you again.
Susie Wrencher Occupational Therapy
Hines VA Hospital
Nickila Austin
September 11, 2019
Uncle Melvin- Everytime I saw you there was always a smile on your face. I know you are resting and at peace now. I will always love and miss my Uncle. Melvin ~ Rest In Heaven
Georgia Williams
September 9, 2019
My sincerest condolences to my Illinois family. You all are in my prayers.
Dawn M Mattson
September 9, 2019
I know you are no longer suffering, which brings a smile and behind that smile is a hurting heart. There are so many good memories and silly things we did that make me laugh, behind my laugh I'm falling apart. I love you and I miss you!
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Trina De Cuire
September 8, 2019
Trina & the De Cuire Family would like to send our Condolences and prayers to the Austin Family during this most difficult time. Our prayers are of Strength Courage and Healing!
Dr. Valerie Ernst
September 8, 2019
My family and I would like to send out heartfelt condolences to your family. Our prayers are with you during your time of grief.
Katherine ( Scoot ) Robinson
September 7, 2019
Unc it's still so surreal... I will Forever be your scooter... Your personality, laughter, love, care and concern for your family is unmatched. I will Miss you Unc ... Rest In Heaven
Semy Ransom
September 7, 2019
Semy Ransom and family is sending our deepest condolences to the Austin family in their time of bereavement.
Archie Hubbard
September 7, 2019
My condolences to you and your family bro pops was a good dude I remember yall wedding day at my crib he had us rolling he was real never fake he will be missed but he'll be looking down on us watching our backs pops is at a better place now bro I'm here for you and sis anytime
Jaimee Hixson-Austin
September 6, 2019
Pops, neverrrrrrrrrr in a million years would I have thought you be as you said "gone to the upper room". My heart is broken but to know you are resting peaceful and no longer suffering makes me smile with tears of joy. Love you and know you absolutely will be missed
Orlando and Taura Wilson
September 6, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Austin Family during this sorrowful time. We wish you supernatural comfort and strength.
Tandra Rutledge
September 6, 2019
My prayers and deepest condolences to the family.
Michelle Dixon
September 6, 2019
Jaimee, I'm so sorry for your loss, My condolences to you and the family. May God bless and continue to uplift and keep you in this time of bereavement.
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