Gary Lee Austin Hagerstown, Maryland Obituary

Gary Lee Austin

Gary Austin, 67, a sociology professor and artist, died at home on November 16, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born May 9, 1952. He is survived by his parents, Howard and Constance Austin; his wife of 46 years, Dixie; and his three daughters, Christy and husband, Chad Sweigert, of Jacksonville, FL, Rachel and husband, Chris Kayser, of Hagerstown, MD, and Heather and husband, TJ Kaufman, of Martinsburg, WV. He had four grandsons, Cody, Luke, Alex, and Ty, and one granddaughter, McKenna. Gary graduated from Frostburg University in 2003 with a degree in sociology. He received a Master of Liberal Arts in 2006 from McDaniels. Gary was a devoted father. He was an avid University of Maryland football fan. He enjoyed spending his Saturdays watching college football with his family. Gary loved going to Ocean City, MD. He and his wife owned a home in Berlin, MD and made many memories with family at the beach. He loved God and was looking forward to being reunited with loved ones. Gary will be deeply missed by his friends and family. The funeral service will be held 11am Friday, November 22, 2019, at Minnich Funeral Home, 415 E. Wilson Blvd., Hagerstown, MD 21740. Pastor Corey Broadwater will officiate. Burial will be at Rest Haven Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home two hours prior to the service. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Washington County, 747 Northern Ave., Hagerstown, MD 21742 or John R. Marsh Cancer Center, 11110 Medical Campus Rd, Suite 129, Hagerstown, MD 21742.
May 9, 1952 - November 16, 201905/09/195211/16/2019
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The Renner Family
November 24, 2019
Dixie and family, we’re so sorry for your loss. Gary was such a great guy. I know he’ll be missed but keep your memories close and his spirit with always be with you and your family.
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Vicki Moore Nunamaker
November 21, 2019
Howard and Connie and family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, Gary! I was so sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers for you and your family at this difficult time.
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Linda Tritapoe
November 20, 2019
Heather and family, So sorry to hear of you Dad’s passing. Know that he is with God and God is with you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Vickie Luther
November 20, 2019
My heartfelt sympathy to Rachel, your Mom, Dixie, and your family. You have been on my mind since I heard about your Dad. Prayers.
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Rachel Kayser
November 20, 2019
I love you, dad. I hope you know how much you were loved. I promise to take care of mom and help her any way I can. I will gratify miss our shopping trips and vacations. Pap and Nan will be well taken care of. Until we meet again.
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Jennifer Silver
November 19, 2019
Rachel, Dixie, Heather and Kristi, My heartbreaks for each of you. Words really can’t take away the pain. It will be your love and memories for Gary that will get you through each day. Sending love and hugs! Jen
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Leslie Robison
November 19, 2019
Heather and Family, Please know you are in my prayers at this time of great loss.
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Janet Durbin
November 19, 2019
Dixie I’m so sorry for your loss I will be praying for you and Howard and Connie. He was a fine man I have good memories from years ago at your home
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Love, LeeAnn & Donna
November 19, 2019
Dixie & family The Lord is with you & your family. You are in our thoughts and prayer.
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