Edward “Mike” Austin, 91, of Troy, PA peacefully passed away at home while surrounded by loved ones on February 19, 2017.
Born May 30, 1925 in Ogdensburg, PA, Edward Austin, “Ed or Mike” to family and friends was one of six children of Clarence and Emma (Watkins) Austin. He was a W.W.II veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy as a Gunners Mate and was a member of Troy’s American Legion Post 49. Ed married the former Dorothy Greenough on April 5, 1947 at the Troy Baptist Church Parsonage. They were married for 69 years. The beloved patriarch of the family, his grandchildren and great grandchildren were great joys in his life.
Mike was a logger all his life and worked for Cummings Lumber Co. in Troy until retiring. From a child on he had a great love and appreciation for horses, especially work horses. He owned and cared for horses into his 80’s. Ed was a member of the New York State Horse Pullers Association.
In addition to his wife, Dorothy, surviving are his children; Larue (Carlene) Austin, Big Pond, Wesley Austin, Troy, Ronald (Bonnie) Austin, Columbia Cross Roads, Mickey (Barbara) Austin, Troy, Cinda Baumunk, Troy, Nadine (Tom) Furman, Big Pond, Julie (Jeff) Strope, Columbia Cross Roads; 19 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren; sister, Edna Landon and sisters-in-law, Phyllis Austin, Canton and Shirley Kinsman, Troy; many nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends.
Born May 30, 1925 in Ogdensburg, PA, Edward Austin, “Ed or Mike” to family and friends was one of six children of Clarence and Emma (Watkins) Austin. He was a W.W.II veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy as a Gunners Mate and was a member of Troy’s American Legion Post 49. Ed married the former Dorothy Greenough on April 5, 1947 at the Troy Baptist Church Parsonage. They were married for 69 years. The beloved patriarch of the family, his grandchildren and great grandchildren were great joys in his life.
Mike was a logger all his life and worked for Cummings Lumber Co. in Troy until retiring. From a child on he had a great love and appreciation for horses, especially work horses. He owned and cared for horses into his 80’s. Ed was a member of the New York State Horse Pullers Association.
In addition to his wife, Dorothy, surviving are his children; Larue (Carlene) Austin, Big Pond, Wesley Austin, Troy, Ronald (Bonnie) Austin, Columbia Cross Roads, Mickey (Barbara) Austin, Troy, Cinda Baumunk, Troy, Nadine (Tom) Furman, Big Pond, Julie (Jeff) Strope, Columbia Cross Roads; 19 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren; sister, Edna Landon and sisters-in-law, Phyllis Austin, Canton and Shirley Kinsman, Troy; many nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends.
He was predeceased by a son, Larry in 1965 a grandson, Grant Furman in 2010, sister and three brothers; Virginia Roupp, David, Elwin and Leon “Bud” Austin.
In keeping with Mr. Austin’s wishes, a graveside service at Glenwood Cemetery will be officiated by Rev. Garry Zuber at a later date with military honors accorded.
Those who wish may consider a donation in Ed’s name to Bradford County Veteran’s Memorial Park Assoc., P.O. Box 206 Towanda, PA 18848.
Pepper Funeral Home, in Canton is assisting the family with arrangements. Share memories and condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com
In keeping with Mr. Austin’s wishes, a graveside service at Glenwood Cemetery will be officiated by Rev. Garry Zuber at a later date with military honors accorded.
Those who wish may consider a donation in Ed’s name to Bradford County Veteran’s Memorial Park Assoc., P.O. Box 206 Towanda, PA 18848.
Pepper Funeral Home, in Canton is assisting the family with arrangements. Share memories and condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com
