Thomas Bruce Austin
March 29, 1943 ~ June 7, 2018
Thomas Bruce Austin a resident of Union Community, Philippi WV died peacefully on June 7 in Harrison County after a long battle with cancer. Tom was born March 29 1943 in Grafton WV to Loretta Nancy Murphy Austin and Carl Bernard Austin. He attended schools in Taylor County. In 1960 he joined the US Army and was stationed in Fort Sill Oaklahoma. He was united in marriage to Leetta Sue Jones in Oct 1963 who proceeded him in death. Surviving is-
One son, Bruce Austin and wife Laurie Philippi, WV
One daughter, Nancy Austin and companion Tim Zickafoose Fairmont, WV
Three grandchildren Devin Evix and companion, Jason Lake of Belington Thomas Austin and wife Amanda, and Jesse Austin and companion, Becca Holbrook all of Philippi
Three great-grandchildren Chloe and Gabby Phillips and Connor Austin
Two brothers David Austin and wife Carolyn, Latrobe PA and Barry Austin and wife Sandra Grafton WV
Three sisters, Patty “Joan” Smith and husband Jim, Bridgeport WV, Linda Marks and husband John L of Salem Robin Robertson and husband Greg of Bridgeport WV
He was preceded in death by one brother, George “Mickey”Austin.
Tom was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren. He was a quiet man who listened more than he spoke. He was known for his great mechanic work. In his spare time he enjoyed building classic cars and hot rods, coin collecting, watching tv and reading. He had a big heart and a strong love for children and animals.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Sunday, June 10, 2018 from 6-8 pm and on Monday, June 11th from 8-11 am the service hour with Rev. Dr. Danny Franke officiating. Interment will follow in the West Virginia National Cemetery with military honors being accorded.
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Pap, we couldn't have asked for better grandparents to our boys, Thomas and Jesse, than you and Granny Sue! The love and attention that you gave to them, as you did to Devin, and Chloe and Gabby, will always be a cherished memory for them. I only wish that you both would have had that chance with Connor. I am proud to have had you Tom, and Sue as my “second parents”. Thank you for giving me Bruce! Now you and Sue can be together, pain free, in the arms of the angels. All my love, Laurie
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tamara Snider and Steven Burner
My Prayers are with his family during this sad time… GOD Bless Him
believe in God, we love you dearly. Love Tom and Brenda Evix.,
Very sorry for your loss, prayers for your family. Moms sends prayers, Mary Runner.
Thank you all for your thoughts and your presence at this difficult time for our family. It is very much appreciated.
Junior and I are so very sorry for your loss. Remember the good times and keep the memories close.
I worked with Tom (Rooster) down at the box shop – PCA.I had the pleasure of working beside of him in the maintenance dept also.He was a quiet man until you were on a subject that he enjoyed and we had two in common which were coins and hot rods.I sold him my yellow T bucket which we had been talking about it and he said he wanted it and i told him to make me an offer and we talked for days about it and finally one day he came to me and made me an offer and i told him i would take it.I think that he didnt think i would take it because his eyes got kind of big and i actually saw him kind of surprised but i needed the money and he needed a new toy,lol.I remember driving it up to philippi how it was going to a good home and the things he said he was gonna do already.I can remember days sitting out on the bench and upstairs in our office and talking coins all day.He taught me so much about them.I was hoping to show him my collection now as that is all i do now but he was a huge part in me collecting coins and why i still do it today.It is my passion and it is mostly because of him.I can honestly say he had more hotrod smarts than any person i have ever met.REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND…
Tommy and Sue were great neighbors. At one time they lived across the road from us. I remember seeing Deloris rocking Nancy in a rocking chair on the front porch. We had the best neighbors at that time and when someone needed a helping hand the other was there to help. Great neighbors, great friends. Blessings to the Austin family.