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for David Austin
Melanie Brush
August 13, 2020
Mr. Austin has been on my mind a lot lately. His was my favorite class in high school and when my ten year reunion came around I went to the school and sat by the photography classroom for a while remembering how much my years in the darkroom meant to me. Sadly the darkroom is gone and the class converted to digital. He left behind a legacy of passionate photographers, myself included. I learned to view the world in my own way thanks to him. He was one of a kind and I'll always think of him fondly.
Thanks for the memories
Love Melanie
David Alan Groth Kendrick
July 6, 2020
I just found about David leaving for heaven back in 2007. I have thought often of the Austin family who all treated me like family back in my youth while I was in the Army. I've missed all of y'all and heartbroken for the family. Love & God bless!!!
Dave
Dave and Mona Wald
July 8, 2017
Dear Brother Austin brought us great comfort when we lost our baby daughter. He made us the most beautiful shadow box with flowers from her funeral and her little hospital dress. To this day, this shadow box brings us great comfort whenever we look at it. He was inspired to serve us during our time of grief, and I know that his work continues on the other side of the veil. Love you, Mary Jude, and still remembering your sweet family with love and fondness. Dave and Mona Wald (Ivins Ward - 2004-2005).
Jeff Reyes
March 21, 2007
To Mr. Austin,
I am greatful that I had you as a teacher. When I heard that you had died, I didn't believe it because you were always the person that kept everybody up. You were funny, spunky, outgoing, and just a great person all around. I am terribly sorry that this has happened and my heart goes out to your family
Ronda Lawson
March 19, 2007
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of a such a great teacher. To Mr. Austins family, friends and former students; I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Anna Kartashova
March 18, 2007
Mr. Austin was my photography teacher at Hunter High. His class was my favorite that semester and it influenced me to pursue photography as a hobby. Mr. Austin had a fun personality and a passion for photography. He had a great sense of humor and his jokes always made me laugh.
My heart goes out to all of his family and friends.
Jenn (Butcher) Nelson
March 10, 2007
My (now) husband and I meet in Mr. Austin’s class. We are both so saddened by this lose! My senior year I was in Dave’s class room for 4 of the seven periods in school. On Odd days (I think) I was in there TA-ing for two of his classes and in his advanced photography class. Dave was the inspiration for life for me. I am now a photographer of my own and there is not a day that goes by that I don’t think of the lesson’s he has taught me! He was not only the greatest teacher ever in my life but he was a great friend to both Andrew and I! My heart goes out to his family.
Cristeen Donaldson-Hancock
March 10, 2007
Mr. Austin was my Photography teacher at Hunter High School. He taught me how to look at a world through a lens. He also taught me how to appreciate the things that a lot of us take for granted every day and how to capture moments that I treasure even now. As a student I knew he loved what he did, he showed it with his actions (he always told you something positive even if it wasn't your best piece too!). I am very sorry about your loss and I regret that I lost touch with such a great teacher.
Wayne Hanson
March 9, 2007
What a great teacher, he will be deeply missed. He taught 4 of my children how to enjoy photography and I always looked forward to parent teacher conferences just to sit and talk with this man, he truly loved what he did.
Ashley Smith
March 8, 2007
Austin Family,
Mr. Austin was a great teacher to me. His spunky personality in the classroom made his class so much fun.
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all at this time, and I will keep you in my prayers.
Tayon Dancy
March 8, 2007
On behalf of IBM, we are sorry to hear of the loss of Michael's brother. Our hearts go out to the family.
With Sympathy, Tayon Dancy & IBM
Laura and Lee Zurligen
March 7, 2007
Mary Jude, So sorry to hear about Dave. Our prayers are with you and the kids. Our boys have so many good memories of him.
The Zurligens
Allie Forsyth
March 5, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about this loss. He taught me photography for two years and he was great! We loved him. My heart goes out to you at this time.
Nicole Child
March 4, 2007
Austin Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Austin was a great photography teacher and I learned so much from him. I truly enjoyed his class and his sense of humor. He had many talents and he will be missed greatly.
Russ Duncan
March 3, 2007
Mary Jude, I am so sorry to hear about your sweetheart. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May our Heavenly Father's choicest blessings of comfort be with you and your sweet children.
Jeri Mellor
March 2, 2007
Dear Mary Jude (and family),
I just heard the terrible news! I feel bad that I missed the funeral, but I got the news too late.
I have so many wonderful memories of spending time with your family, and enjoying David and his wonderful sense of humor.
I love you and will be praying that you will be blessed with the strength to get through this.
Toni Butler
March 2, 2007
Dear Austin Family,
We are so sorry to hear of David's passing. We are comforted in knowing how strong your testimonies are to get you through this hard time. We love you!
Paul and Toni Butler
Bill Bush
March 2, 2007
Mary Jude,
A great loss and challenge for you and your family. Please know of my love, concern and support. All will be well.
Jenny Ashcraft
March 2, 2007
Dear Austin Family,
My Hopes and Prayers are with your Family. I pray you are comforted and know God is ever mindful of your sorrow during this difficult time. You are Loved and Considered by so many in the church and in the community. My best wishes will be with your Family as you will be in my prayers.
Carol Black
March 1, 2007
Mary Jude, David II, Amanda, and Braden: Angels will help you in your lives. They will help David too on the other side. You are all precious. Heavenly Father and Mother and Christ and the Holy Ghost love us all the time, even when we make mistakes. They keep working to help every one of us on both sides of the veil to come back to them. - With Love and Prayers for you, Carol Black
The Cundick Family
March 1, 2007
Mary-Jude & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If their is anything we can do, please let us know.
Love Always,
Ross Rose
March 1, 2007
Mary Jude and Family
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Dolores and I were remembering the many activities and good times we shared with your family.
It has been a blessing in our lives
to have you as our friends. May
the lord watch over and bless you
all now and in the future.
Our love allways.
Ross and Dolores Rose and Family
Colleen Freeze
March 1, 2007
MaryJude, David Jr., Amanda & Braden,
My heart and prayers are with each of you. Lots of love.
Sincerely,
Cynthia Bates
March 1, 2007
Mary Jude;
May you receive comfort at this time and for many years to come. You are loved and will be in my prayers.
Renee Hill
March 1, 2007
Mary Jude,
I was sadden to hear of your great loss. My prayers will be with you and your sweet family. I only met David a few times when we worked together and found him to be a very pleasant and wonderful person. I know angels will attend you during these trying times. Love to you.
Tom Averett
February 28, 2007
Mary Jude,
I was so sorry to hear about Dave. May the Lord bless you and your family with peace and comfort.
Gilary Almaraz
February 28, 2007
Mr. Austin was my Photography Teacher in Hunter High. He truly taught me how to look at a world in a very different way. He taught me a lot of things like how to appreciate the things that we sometimes take for granted. As a student I knew he loved what he did, he showed it with his actions, I am very sorry about your loss, but i know you will see him again.
Leslie Ann Taylor
February 28, 2007
Dear Austin Family:
We are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. We will pray for you.
Leslie Ann and David Taylor
Justin & Mary Leigh Horn
February 28, 2007
The Austins,
It was always a pleasure to hear Dave speak. He was very eloquent and thoughtful. His compliments and appreciation for other people were always sincere. He will be missed.
Ben Jensen
February 28, 2007
I never personally had Mr. Austin as a teacher- but I always thought he was great at his job, and I respected his work greatly. His jokes always make me laugh. He will be missed greatly.
Ranleigh Johnson
February 28, 2007
I will always respect Dave as a notably good fellow teacher and cheerful friend.
Nancy Brimhall
February 28, 2007
Dear Austin Family,
Words cannot express the sorrow that we feel for you at this time. We love your family and we pray that you may receive the comfort and the hope that the Savior has promised. The Brimhalls
Michael D. Zumwalt
February 28, 2007
Dave has been a good friend for the past three years. I am greatful for the kind thoughts and huge hugs. Dave will be missed greatly. We love you guys
Karen Bitner family
February 28, 2007
Mary Jude,
We want you to know that we love you, and you are in our prayers. May angels surround you and your family, so that you may be held up in your time of need.
Amanda Vizina
February 28, 2007
Mr. Austin was my photography teacher at Hunter High School and he was great! One of my favorites! He had a fun personality and taught me to love photography and art as much as he did. I am very sorry for your loss, there will be a lot of people that miss him.
Ann Seeley
February 28, 2007
Dear Mary Jude,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. The pbx department feels for your loss and appreciate all that you do for us. I hope you feel our thoughts and prayers with you at this time.
Sincerely, Ann Seeley
Elisa Wilcox
February 28, 2007
We are so sorry and sad for your loss. May God bless your family with peace now and always.
Love,
Michael and Elisa Wilcox
Leana Good-Simpson
February 28, 2007
I found David to be an inspiration to we, we both loved photography. He had a knack for making you laugh as well as feeling welcome in his home. I know his smile and laughter will be missed. Mary Jude I would like to extend my sincere sorrow in your loss, a blessing for strength, of comfort and peace but most of all my deepest love for you and your family.
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