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1938
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2018
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Barbara Austin Obituary
of 6A Manchester Circle, Coventry, RI, passed peacefully on February 21, 2018 in the presents of her family. Barbara was the wife of the late Gordon C. Austin. She is survived by her three children, Cindy Lou O'Rourke, Robin Diffley and Dr. Jason Austin. Barbara work at the family business, Barrette's Meat Market, for twenty-five years with her brother Joseph Barrette, her sister Valerie Turner and sister-in-law Beverly Barrette. She also worked at JC Penney Warwick, RI, where she had many friends. Barbara loved to read, spend time at the beach, enjoy Saturday nights at her favorite restaurant with her best friend Jan and the time she spent with Mackenzie and Kellen. She will be sadly missed and always in our hearts.
Her services will be private.
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Maryan
February 26, 2018
Cindy, Robin and Jason, I' am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Hope she and Shirley are driving around in their red convertibles with the tops down. Rest In Peace dear Barbara.
February 25, 2018
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" (Isaiah 61:1, 2) sustain your family during this challenging time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Patti Allen
February 24, 2018
I lived right next store to Barbara and I will miss her very much.
May God help the family of Barbara getting through this difficult time.
She will be sadly missed. Patti Allen
Jeanine Smith
February 24, 2018
For lost of my dear friend Barbara I will miss you in site but you will always be in my heart and prayers. I'll be thinking of you and I will always see your beautiful Christmas tree that you shared with me and your beautiful smiling face.
Jeanie Smith your friend and neighbor.
P.S. I am sorry for your great loss.
Patti Allen
February 24, 2018
I am very sorry for your loss may God help you through this difficult time to the family of Barbara Austin. I was her neighbor right on the side of her and when she used to sunbathe we'd always have our little talks. She is going to be so sadly missed. Bless all the family. Patti Allen
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