Dean Austin's obituary , Passed away on October 9, 2025 in Springfield, Illinois

Dean Austin

July 9, 1929 - October 9, 2025 (96 years old)

Springfield, Illinois

Dean Austin's obituary , Passed away on October 9, 2025 in Springfield, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Staab Funeral Homes

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Dean Austin

July 9, 1929 - October 9, 2025 (96 years old)

Springfield, Illinois

Dean Austin Obituary

The memory of Dean Austin of Springfield, Illinois, who passed away on October 9, 2025 at the age of 96, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dean Austin to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Howard B. Austin and Violet Austin (Arthur); his wife Wanda J. Reed; his siblings, Betty Ruth Walker, Howard Robert Austin and William Roger Austin; and his grandson Aaron Michael Austin.

He is survived by: his children, Kathy Bell (Timothy) of Springfield, David Austin (Patti) of Riverton and Roger Austin (Stacey) of Springfield. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 27th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the West Side Christian Church (2850 Cider Mill Ln, Springfield, IL 62702). A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 27th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the same location.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Inner City Mission, PO Box 8148, Springfield, IL 68791.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Staab Funeral Homes



Mon

Oct 27

Visitation

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

West Side Christian Church
2850 Cider Mill Ln, Springfield, IL 62702

Mon

Oct 27

Funeral service

11:30 AM

West Side Christian Church
2850 Cider Mill Ln, Springfield, IL 62702

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