John William Austin's Obituary
John William Austin, 85, of Moweaqua, IL., passed away on Saturday, November 6.2021 in Taylorville, Il.
John was born on January 24, 1936 in Moweaqua, Illinois, the son of Carl and Flossie Austin. He retired after 30 years from Caterpillar Tractor Company. He was an avid deer hunter and a true-blue Cardinal's fan and a proud veteran of the United States Army.
John is survived by his wife Linda Austin of Moweaqua, IL., daughters: Susan (Don) Nicol of Moweaqua, IL. and Connie (Josh) Weakly of ND; sister: Judy Hutchins of Windsor, IL.; grandchildren, Courtney (Josh) Monson and Alex (Melissa) Nicol; great-grandchildren Landon and Weston Monson and Austin, Adelyn and Ella Nicol as well as many extended family and friends.
John was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Carl Jr. Charles and Jerry and sisters, Dorothy Thompson and Darlene Durbin.
Per John’s request no services will be held.
Arrangements by Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home 2091 Oakland Ave., Decatur, IL 62526. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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