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
MaryLee says:
March 28, 2014
I started going to Dr A in the early 1950’s. I so loved the name of his daughter, Jana, I asked him if he would mind if I named my girl Jana. He replied, not at all, I would be honored. That is just the cool man he was. R.I.P. till we meet again. :)
Barbara Roberts says:
March 28, 2014
Wayne Austin was a caring doctor, and a man of faith. He had a love for nature and was so kind to the children in our family. We have fond memories of biking, swimming, family Olympics. and other family gatherings. He was a generous supporter of the church and christian education. I know this time of rest will seem like only a moment. He will see Jesus coming and will enjoy all that the Lord has prepared for us. I look forward to that glorious day.
Laurie Kuehnel says:
March 28, 2014
Dear Ann and Family, My heart is breaking. Dr. Austin was one of a kind, the best PCP ever. The epitome of a great man, kind soul. He took care of my health for many years. He was my sons Doctor, calling him ‘the boy with the golden hair” He will be missed by many.
Dale Buss says:
March 28, 2014
For a doctor and a friend who will always be missed. To Anne – I hope your memories of Wayne will give you peace in the days to come.
James and Shari Walsh says:
March 28, 2014
Wayne loved the Lord and people. When Shari and I were a poor college couple, he was so generous in helping us with office visits. He would say, “I think I have some free meds back here.” He took care of so many people over the years. Our love goes out to Ann, a very special person. Ann, you and your husband have been such a blessing to so many people. Wayne’s love for the Lord was demonstrated in so many ways.