Johnny Franklin Austin Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 22, 2025 in Hartford City, Indiana

Johnny Franklin Austin Jr.

October 21, 1936 - October 22, 2025 (89 years old)

Hartford City, Indiana

Johnny Franklin Austin Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 22, 2025 in Hartford City, Indiana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Keplinger Funeral Home

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Johnny Franklin Austin Jr.

October 21, 1936 - October 22, 2025 (89 years old)

Hartford City, Indiana

Johnny Franklin Austin Jr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Johnny Franklin Austin Jr. (Hartford City, Indiana), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Johnny left this world on October 22, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Johnny Franklin Austin Jr. to show support.

Though Johnny has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his parent Eva Austin (Carol Austin); and his siblings, Kenneth Austin and Ruth Ann Horton. He is survived by: his daughters, Tori A. Austin of San Antonio and Karla R. Helm (Troy A.) of Muncie; his grandchildren, Jacob Trevino, Kiera Matel (Sam) and Kortney Helm; and his great grandchild Noah A. Matel. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Keplinger Funeral Home



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509 N High St, Hartford City, IN 47348

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509 N High St, Hartford City, IN 47348

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