James Edward Austin Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Edward Austin of Kenton, Ohio, who passed away at the age of 74, on June 20, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Austin and Regina Austin (Sell); his wife Melissa Austin (Taylor); his children, Nichlous Austin and Christopher Austin; and his siblings, Billy Lee Austin and Janice Piercy.
He is survived by: his children, Heather Fuller of Enon and James Eric Austin of Dayton; his stepchildren, Jennifer Prater (Ghalib) of Findlay and Charles Prater (Celines Manchego) of Dunkirk; and his siblings, Patricia Austin (Mike Fugate) of Tipp City and John Austin of Dayton. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, June 27th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Schindewolf-Stout-Crates Funeral Home (200 E Columbus St, Kenton, OH 43326). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 28th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 28th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Grove Cemetery (15443 OH-309, Kenton, OH 43326).
Memorial contributions may be made to Hardin County Veteran's Service Commission in James' honor.
