Jonathan Austin
July 27, 1966 - February 01, 2016
Obituary
Jonathan M. Austin, age 49 of Darlington, WI passed away unexpectedly Monday, February 1, 2016 due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He was born July 27, 1966 in Platteville, WI the son of Robert and Jean (Nodolf) Austin. Jon graduated from Darlington High School in 1984 and later from MATC in Madison where he was certified in carpentry. He grew up in rural Darlington. Following his graduation from MATC he moved to New Glarus, WI where he lived for 12 years. In June of 2012 he returned to Darlington where he has resided since. Jon worked for Lake Country Construction Company in Verona, WI. Jon is survived by his daughter Madeline Austin and her mother Inga Marty of New Glarus; his parents: Robert (Jean) Austin of rural Darlington; three brothers: Dan Austin of rural Darlington, Bill Austin of Mineral Point, WI, and David (Mindy) Austin of Ankeny, IA; and three sisters: Debbie Austin of Urbandale, IA, Bobbi Jo (John) Rury of Mineral Point, WI, and Kristi (Bret) Gempler of Galena, IL. Jon was a dedicated and loving father who always looked forward to attending all of Maddy's activities from ice skating to swimming and dance to taking her to the family farm. He was a member of the Carpenters Union and took great pride in his work. Jon also enjoyed spending time with his pets. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends.A funeral service will be held Sunday, February 7, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church (15691 County Road K, Darlington) with Pastor Nick J. McElrath and Rev. Joseph Corbin co-officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Platteville, WI. A visitation will be held Sunday, February 7, 2016 from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. at Erickson Funeral Home (508 Main Street, Darlington). Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for Jon's daughter Maddy. Donations may be given to Robert and Jean Austin.
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Terrie Hollenbeck
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Cousin Jean, Robert and Austin Family, We are so deeply sorry for you loss! I know in my heart that Jonathan is truly living fully in Heaven with God and all his loved ones. May your heart be at peace in knowing this and that WE all one day will be together again in Eternal Peace and Love and Joy! Many many blessings to you all! Hugs from us here up North in Mauston. Terrie (Morris) and Fred Hollenbeck and family
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Roy Shultz family
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So sorry for your loss....Much love....Roy, Barb, Suzy and Mark Shultz
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Jeff Berget
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My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Jon's family at this time of your loss!
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Larry Schlueter
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Robert, Jean, and family, Pat and I send you our thoughts and payers. May the Lord provide you comfort in this time of sadness. Larry and Pat
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Steve Parkinson
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Austin Family, so sorry for the loss of Jonathan. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
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Judith K. Valentine
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My thoughts and prayers are with Jon's family at this very sad time. Jon was a very nice gentleman and was an excellent tenant. He was always willing to help me with anything I ever asked of him. I admired his love for his daughter and his kindeness towards others. I will miss him.