Obituary of Gerald D. Austin

Gerald D. Austin 63, of Auburn passed away July 17, 2013 in Syracuse. Gerald was born July 20, 1949 in Cortland the son of Robert F. and Marjorie Gleason Austin. Gerald served his country with the US Navy. He had worked in the health care field for several years, and worked for the Owasco Water Works in Auburn. Gerald will be remembered for his kindness, laughter, and making people laugh, he was very giving and will be truly missed. Gerald was a wonderful son, brother and friend. He is survived by his mother Marjorie Austin of Cortland, sisters Carol Ann (James) Gardner of Moravia, Kelly Ann Austin-Allen (Rick) of Cortland, his best friend Steven Pealo, several nephews, and a niece. Gerald was predeceased by his father and sister Bonnie Funeral Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Anyone wishing to make a memorial contribution in Geralds name is asked to consider your local SPCA. To offer online condolences visit www.wright-beard.com WE WILL ALL MISS GERRY SO MUCH! HE WAS OUR BEST FRIEND, AND THE ONLY FATHER FIGURE TO MY CHILDREN: ISAIAH, CAMERON, AND PHOEBE. HE WAS OUR 'FAMILY' . ALL THE BIRTHDAYS, AND HOLIDAYS WE HAVE HAD WITH HIM HAVE BEEN FILLED WITH JOYFUL MEMORIES. HE WAS A BEST FRIEND TO MY SISTER KRISTEN! WHEN WE VISITED GERRY ALL THOSE TIMES AT UPSTATE MEDICAL CENTER....WE PRAYED THAT HE DIDN'T FEEL PAIN, AND WASN'T SUFFERING... NOW WE KNOW HE IS FREE FROM THAT BODY AND IS FREE IN HEAVEN TO BE WITH HIS SON, PARTNER JERRY, AND HIS OTHER LOVED ONES. WE LOVED HIM SO MUCH! I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS! WE WOULD LOVE TO COME TO A SERVICE IF YOU HAVE ONE WE COULD ATTEND! PLEASE NOTIFY US! THANK YOU , AND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. LOVE, 'LIBBY' AND KIDS I am so sorry for your loss. I took care of Gerry in the hospital in Auburn,he sat up many evenings telling stories making me laugh. Gerry was a great guy, he brought joy to many...he just didn't realize it. Gerry loved his mother dearly and spoke of her often San Dee Simmons