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for Conrad Austin
Johnny Hawkins
April 18, 2003
To the Family, Friends, and Associates of Conrad "Randy" Lyndell Austin,
Conrad Austin was truly MY FRIEND, yet he was so much more. He was a true example of "love in action" while here on earth. In fact, his life was really "Christ-like" in so many ways: His time here was short; he touched many hearts and lives while he was here; and he was my UNCONDITIONAL friend, just like Jesus.
He was, as his name states, a "bold, wise counselor" to me. He was a friend who kept me out of trouble (or at least he tried). Rad was not perfect, but he was available. Whenever, I came to him with a problem or situation, he listened with a sincere heart, but he never passed judgement on me. He just listened to what I had to say, spoke his mind on the subject, asked me what I was going to do, and then he would ALWAYS say "Dawg, I'm wit you."
The night before Rad was laid to rest, I read that "a star can be a simple reminder of God's presence in times of difficulty," and that "even a small light can pierce the darkness." I miss my friend, (My Dawg), and right now every day is a time of difficulty. But now every time I look up and see a star, I think about the star that pointed the wise men to Jesus, and my wise friend, whose life may be over, but his light is still shining in the night and giving wise counsel. I miss you Rad, Your Friend, Hawk
Markita Green
March 31, 2003
To the Austin Family
Thank you for allowing me an opportunity to share some precious memories and moments with Mr. Conrad. They will live in my heart forever. My prayers are with you.
Love Kita
Geneva Redding
March 28, 2003
Donna,
your life and love is a wonderful testimony to what God has in store for us if we follow his will. God only takes what he can use; a willing, submisive, and faithful "servant". To fully appreciate the wonder of God look at the destuctive nature of fire but when all the underbrush has been removed life uninhibited begins. God Bless and stay faithful. Walk worthy for your sons (Na'm, Conrad Jr. and Montrel)
alberta WALTON
March 27, 2003
NA'M
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, BE STRONG
ALBERTA & ANNIE
WILLIE MAE CARTER-WARD -
March 24, 2003
DONNA,
STEP BY STEP, DAY BY DAY.
EVERYTHING IS IN GOD'S HAND. JUST DEPEND ON GOD. HE WILL SHOW YOU THE WAY. CONRAD WAS SO PROUD OF YOU AND HE LOVED YOU. HE WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU. WE THANK YOU FOR SHARING HIM WITH US. HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY THE GODBY CLASS OF 75. I'LL MISS HIM KEEPING EVERYONE LAUGHING. HE WAS A TRUE FRIEND I COULD COUNT ON. I WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH. LOVE YA GIRL.
Dolores McCall
March 22, 2003
Donna,Na'm & Montrel
You lost a love one , he is gone ,look to your memories for comofort, to your friend for understanding , to your faith for hope and peace, and trust in the lord. He will guide and protect you .
Deepest Sympathy,
Auntie Dolores
Andrea Welcome-Hawkins
March 21, 2003
TO: MA DOT & THE FAMILY
It has truly been a blessing to have known you and your children, especially your son: Conrad "rad" Austin. I can tell you without a doubt that he has always been special in my life. He was such a gentleman, such a beautiful, laughing, joy-filled person. What a pleasure to have known someone for so long and remain friends NO MATTER WHAT. My love, and prayers are with you at this time and the time when others have forgotton. Today they lay my friend's body to rest, but his soul is already with God. Today, due to living so far away, my time will be spent at ll:00 planting a garden in my yard in his memory. I hope the poem sent earlier will bring a bit of joy to you. Ma Dot...I know this is a trying time at this moment. Hang in there, because there's nothing like having peace for a job well done...you have done a well job. Thanks for birthing a beautiful person like your son...RANDY. I love you ALL.
LOVE PEACE JOY AND HAPPINESS, ANDREA
Dr. Janet Clary
March 21, 2003
The Austin Family
The Manning family want you to know that we have been praying for you. I thank God that you had time to share special moments with Randy, My mother Betty Mcpherson Manning is the sister of Joe Mcpherson, and we do understand what you are encountering now, we lost our brother in Aug. to a car accident, we didn't have a chance to spend his last days on earth with him, Cherish the moments that you had. Randy was special to us as well. When you need someone to talk to when its all over we will be here for you.
Love You and Aunt Dot
Dr. Janet L.Manning Clary, to Randy it was Mama Doo
Vanessa Hammett
March 20, 2003
To the Austin Family:
We are deeply sorry for your loss. We will always remember Conrad, and know that he will always be watching over you. You are always in our prayers and our heart.
Tha Hammett Family
Linda Holt-Williams
March 20, 2003
I think GOD for having the opportunity to know such a special person (Conrad) and become the best of friends. I will treasure our friendship forever. I love you, but GOD loves you best. My deepest sympathy for the Family. Your classmate "Class of "75" Godby High School (Cougars)
Karl Randolph
March 20, 2003
May God be with you, from a special friend
Andrea Welcome-Hawkins
March 20, 2003
To Donna & family,
I send my love, prayers, flowers, to show appreciation of a dear friend, that we all loved. THANKS DONNA FOR THE GIFT YOU GAVE ME OF OUR LAST TALK :)What a blessing it has been to me. He is a unique one, a rare find, a gem of a person. As soon as I received the news of his rising, I was pulled to create this poem, it's as if he was writing it:
A SPARKLE IN THE SKY
It's 6:30 (Sunday pm), and I'm gone. I just hit the clouds heaven bound.
The sky is at dusk, all blue and clear. It's a beautiful feeling...to him I'm near.
This was such a journey, and now I feel still...high...free...I know others I leave behind will not understand...the drift...the sleep...they only see, me lie.
The Lord knoweth, he's always sure---of those he send and those he lend...I am a lend---sent here only to be one to teach. I've not always understood my path---but I now know it's no more troubled, or stumbled, or lost...hear my preach:
---I am a trump card that has jumped out to be used to show others that sometime you are used early in the game just to show others that you are there to win.
...I have won...
It's a full moon and I now sleep. The sky is bright, full of darkness, I just splashed as a twinkle in the sky...
...I'm sparkling free---beyond anyone's understanding---and I now sit upon my Lord's knee.
DRA (3/15/03)
(CONRAD IS NOW FREE...)
Sandra Hargrett
March 20, 2003
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4
Millicent King
March 20, 2003
With Deepest Sympathy
Jackie Johnson
March 20, 2003
I'm sorry that your not here anymore Conrad, but I know that GOD has a higher calling for you.
I offer my condolences to the family and may GOD be a comfort at your time of lost.
Renee L. Morgan
March 20, 2003
My deepest condolences go out to the family. Sorry for your loss and I pray God will strengthen you in your time of sorrow. God bless.
Sharon Walker-Starling
March 20, 2003
To the Austin Family and McPherson Family
I have known Conrad since we were in kid's in a big world. God never makes a mistake. He has taken my friend and brother with him to his heaven place. May you find peace in God's love for you and know that one day we will see Conrad again.
Love You All, Sharon
Sherese Gainous
March 20, 2003
Dear Donna & Family,
In these hard times, we must keep the Lord near. It is he who comforts the bereaved, lifts up the fallen and gives us hope.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We extend to you our deepest condolences.
Tanya (Sumrall) Byrd
March 20, 2003
In deepest sympathy. Classmate from Godby High School, 1975.
vanessa & rickina hill
March 19, 2003
To Donna, sons & the McPherson family,
I have known Conrad over 20 years and I can truly say he was a kind gentleman. We had some good times “back in day” and he will truly be missed. Please remember through your bereavement: Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Amen. Conrad is LOVED!!
Michael & Gwen McGee
March 19, 2003
Rad you will be truly and sorely missed. Rest in peace my friend.
cyntheria jackson
March 19, 2003
AUTIE DOT,
I AM SORRY FOR THE LOST, BUT AS YOU KNOW GOD KNOWS BEST. WE WILL ALL MISS MY DEAR COUSIN BUT I KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE WITH NO PAIN OR SUFFERING. WE ALL KNOW RANDY WAS A CARING AND GIVING PERSON. WE WILL SEE HIM AGAIN, IF WE LIVE THE LIFE RANDY LIVE. I AM SURE THE GATES OF HEAVEN ARE OPEN AND WAITING FOR HIM. AUTIE DOT, REMEMBER THIS, SOMEONE TOLD ME WE WE LOST OUR PRECIOUS ONE, GOD ONLY WANTS THE BEST, AND WE ALL KNOW RANDY WAS THE BEST. WE WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR THE FAMILY TO HAVE STRENGTH, PEACE & UNDERSTANDING THROUGH YOUR SORROW.
LOVE, MAY GOD BLESS
CYNT, FLOOKIE, TIA, SHON, ED LAWRENCE, SR, & JR
Nancy Garrison
March 19, 2003
I want to express my Sympathy to the family. I regret not being able to visit with the family, but my prayers goes out to the family.With Deep regret, Nancy Garrison
Cynthia McCall
March 19, 2003
Donna, Na'm & Montrell -
Although we are unable to be there with you physically, you all are in our hearts and prayers. You know there is nothing that the LORD won't see us through. May HE bless and keep you.
We love you,
Cynthia & Maya
Gayle Daniels-Emanuel
March 19, 2003
Conrad, you will be surely missed.
May God bless you and keep you!
Vera Kirkland
March 19, 2003
Inner peace produces outward confidence in the face of negative circumstances so that we can go forward in the assurance that even though tribulation is coming against us, we are more than conquerors over it! God's peace is inward and spiritual and never predicated by contrary circumstances or negative events. Transition is always uncomfortable and appears to last forever. We are told to ENDURE unto the end, Matthew 24:13. Remember, nothing never comes to last, it only comes to pass! May you and your family find peace and God speed as you go through this time.
Ann Hawkins-Bryant
March 19, 2003
Sorry to hear of your lost. You are in my prayers.
"Auntee Ann"
Johnny's Auntee
chester hood
March 19, 2003
We are very sorry about your lost and you have our deepest condolences. You are deep in our prayers.We love you much.
Earlene Garrison
March 19, 2003
Donna,
Our prayers and sympathy are with you and the children at this sad time. Love Johnny and Earlene
Marsha Nottage
March 19, 2003
Auntie Dot and Family,
Sorry that we're unable to be there, but know that you are always in our thoughts and prayers.
We Love You,
Marsha, Sam, Evan and Ian
SHIRLEY HOOD
March 19, 2003
Chess and I are so sorry for your lost. May God be with you during your weakeast hour. Although we may not know the reason why, hold fast to the knowledge that he will never seen us through more than we can bear. You were two of our closet friends and your pain has become a part of our pain. We love you and the boys and our love and prayers are with you daily.
Love
Chess and Shirley
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