Wayne Walter Austin
March 05, 1927 - March 28, 2014
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Wayne Walter Austin
March 05, 1927 - March 28, 2014
Obituary
Bellingham, Washington
Wayne W. Austin, 87, of Bellingham, WA passed away on Friday, March 28, 2014. Wayne was born in Bellingham, Washington, on March 5, 1927, to the late Lulu and Walter Austin. Wayne graduated from Auburn Seventh-day Adventist Academy in 1945, received his bachelors degree from Walla Walla College (now Walla Walla University) in 1949 and from Loma Linda University in 1958. He met his wife, Ann Roberts, in Hawaii and married in 1979.
Wayne was a beloved member of the community and served his community for 60 years. He was passionate about many things but first and foremost was his love for his Lord and Savior, whom he shared with those he came in contact with. His mission field was the years he practiced as a physician. He enjoyed sharing the love of Jesus with his patients, who he considered his extended family. He was an avid sailor, skier, and bicyclist but had many other interests which included taking pictures to catalog his life experiences, music, airplanes, antiques, traveling to Hawaii, cars and the great outdoors.
Wayne is preceded in death by his parents Walter and Lulu Payne Austin, his brother Lloyd W. Austin and sister Mildred Austin Kehoe. He is survived by wife Ann Roberts Austin, nephew Bill Jordan, niece Roberta Roberts Johnson; three children, Greg Austin, Jill Austin, Jana Austin Jacobson; nieces, nephews and grandchildren.
Farewell Tribute Information
Please join the family for a graveside service only to be held at Bayview Cemetery, Thursday, April 3, 2014 at 2:00 PM in Bellingham.
25 responses to Wayne Walter Austin
Bonnie says:
March 28, 2014
I went to Dr Austin the 1st time for my junior high check up. He delivered both of my children. We all became long time patients. He was a very “cool” guy!
Lavina DeMuth says:
March 28, 2014
Thanks for taking care of our family since the early 1960’s. Your were always so easy to talk to, took great care of us all, including my 5 sons. One of my sons was always able to get care if needed when he returned home for vacations. He even treated a granddaughter. We will miss him. My heart goes out to you Ann, you were always such a wonderful helpmate to Dr. Wayne.
Christine / Business Extension Service says:
March 28, 2014
Our answering service worked with Dr. Austin and his staff for many memorable years. He always brought a smile to our face and was beloved by everyone. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. We hope you cherish lots of happy memories.
Tim and Karen DeVaney, and Ethelwyn McEwen says:
March 28, 2014
When coming into the office sick Dr. Austin always had a friendly word, spoke of His salvation and heaven. Going out of the office we seemed to feel better. Dr. Austin will forever be in our hearts and thoughts. We give our condolences to Anne and family. One day we will all be together.
Sherri Hines says:
March 28, 2014
My family and I are saddened with the news of Wayne’s death. Our hearts go out,especially, to Ann and Wayne’s beautiful family. Wayne Austin was the epitome of what a family doctor should be, as well as being a devoted husband, proud father, great friend, and wonderful neighbor on Euclid. Wayne brought two of my four children into this world, during my early years in Bellingham and remained close to our family throughout the intervening years. He will be very much missed by all whose lives he so beautifully touched.
Sincerely, Sherri Hines and Family