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Dr. John Byron Austin
August 14, 1956 ~ June 10, 2016 (age 59) 59 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Neil Olive
April 7, 2024 10:52 PM
Seven years to late but I always remember Johnny as my cousin even though he wasn’t, I spent a lot of nights at uncle Don Coons house when Johnny was there growing up , I always wanted to know if Johnny was going to be there when I spent the night because I enjoyed being around him even though I was younger, crying as I type this just thinking about him , I’m sorry I couldn’t have come to his funeral, nothing but fond memories for me
Message from Geri, John, Kyle and Eric Hawley
July 7, 2016 1:54 PM
To the family of Doc Austin,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. John was a great family doctor of ours and we missed him tons when he left the hospital. I personally witnessed several of John's acts of support and generosity to local youth organizations. He really liked to help the local kids! Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Sincerely, Geri, John, Kyle and Eric Hawley
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. John was a great family doctor of ours and we missed him tons when he left the hospital. I personally witnessed several of John's acts of support and generosity to local youth organizations. He really liked to help the local kids! Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Sincerely, Geri, John, Kyle and Eric Hawley
Message from Joan Brown
June 25, 2016 12:04 PM
My condolence for the loss of your loved one, and may you find comfort in the promise that GOD has made to mankind, in the future, HE will remove suffering and sorrow, Revelation 21:4,5.
Message from Elizabeth Codd
June 23, 2016 2:51 PM
So Sorry to hear Dr. Austin has passed. He saved my life three different times in the ER room of Ontonagon Hospital. I feel sad he isn't with us doing what he was so good at, helping others.
A candle was lit by Carol Monette
on June 21, 2016 2:52 PM
Message from Carol Monette
June 21, 2016 2:51 PM
I sat next to doc one night at the Watersmeet casino. He kept me very entertained and we had each other laughing. Saw him the next day in the restaurant, and he was just gregarious as the previous night. Really enjoyed meeting him, and I was very sad to hear he had passed away.
A candle was lit by Janet Wilbanks
on June 20, 2016 11:16 AM
Message from Lizabeth Ralles
June 17, 2016 12:08 PM
Dr Austin and I spent quite a bit of time together during training on the computer/ electronic medical records ( not his favorite aspect on medicine I may add )!
I came to know him as a kind and witty man with the unusual quality of being a good listener.
He treated everyone he encountered wether they be a patient/prisoner, custody staff , or coworker with dignity.
Often he had a funny quipp!
I spoke with him on Friday at noon, he said that this was his long but good day because he was enroute home to Little Rita. Instead he returned to his ultimate home in eternal life . May he rest peacefully and shine his light down upon all who are in need of comfort.
He will be fondly remembered .
I came to know him as a kind and witty man with the unusual quality of being a good listener.
He treated everyone he encountered wether they be a patient/prisoner, custody staff , or coworker with dignity.
Often he had a funny quipp!
I spoke with him on Friday at noon, he said that this was his long but good day because he was enroute home to Little Rita. Instead he returned to his ultimate home in eternal life . May he rest peacefully and shine his light down upon all who are in need of comfort.
He will be fondly remembered .
Message from Lizabeth Ralles
June 17, 2016 11:34 AM
I recently spent quite a bit of time with Dr Austin while training him especially on the computer and electronic records( not his favorite aspect of medicine ). I came to know him as a kind , witty, and caring man . He was a good listener and he treated everyone whose path he encountered with dignity and respect whether they be a patient/prisoner, staff, coworker, or supervisor.
I last spoke with him Friday at noon when he closed by saying "It's my long drive day but I get to go home to my Little Rita"! Rest peacefully!
I last spoke with him Friday at noon when he closed by saying "It's my long drive day but I get to go home to my Little Rita"! Rest peacefully!
A candle was lit by Louise Kauppinen
on June 17, 2016 1:03 AM
A candle was lit by Kathleen Preinitz
on June 16, 2016 8:02 PM
Message from Carl and Sara Domitrovich
June 15, 2016 4:42 PM
Rita
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending love and comfort your way.
Carl & Sara
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending love and comfort your way.
Carl & Sara
A candle was lit by Carl and Sara Domitrovich
on June 15, 2016 4:38 PM
Message from dale and betty parent
June 15, 2016 3:05 PM
as a RN, i worked with Dr Austin, while i was a nurse for HORIZON HOME CARE he was always helpful, and a great MD.......RIP doc......
A candle was lit by Jim Fooce
on June 15, 2016 12:59 PM
Message from Jim Fooce
June 15, 2016 12:59 PM
Rest in peace Doc, I have a lot of good memories from the ER when I was an EMT . rest in peace, God Bless
A candle was lit by Jim and Linda Pomeroy
on June 15, 2016 12:24 PM
Message from Jackie Wiseman and family
June 15, 2016 9:50 AM
Doc was always good to me and my family when Anna was born he would come to the hospital to take care of her even if he wasn't the one on call. I always trusted him he could be a little rough around the edges but so am I at least he had the balls to say what he thought. RIP DOC
A candle was lit by Jackie Wiseman and family
on June 15, 2016 9:43 AM
A candle was lit by Chad and Meredith Caudill
on June 15, 2016 8:29 AM
Message from Norm & Virginia Lindrus
June 14, 2016 9:43 PM
Dear Austin Family, We wish to express our sincere sympathy in the passing of your
Dad. May God Bless and Comfort you during this sad time and always.
Dad. May God Bless and Comfort you during this sad time and always.
Message from Curt & Sandy Kasten
June 14, 2016 9:18 PM
I'm was shocked and saddened to hear about Dr. Austin. My condolences. He was a very nice man and yes he made me laugh. He was an excellent Dr. I will never forget him and will always be grateful to him for saving my life in 2011, he is the one who spotted the tumor on my lung. If it wasn't for Dr. Austin, I wouldn't be here today! Thank you Dr. Austin and God Bless you and your family!!!
A candle was lit by Curt & Sandy Kasten
on June 14, 2016 9:11 PM
A candle was lit by Frank Podkomorka and family.
on June 14, 2016 8:53 PM
Message from Kathy Gustafson
June 14, 2016 6:38 PM
I moved away from the Copper Country after high school. John and I graduated from high school together. I had no idea of John's career path, achievements and family. You all must be so proud of him! My deepest condolences and truly heartfelt sympathy. Only the good die young. . .he would get that.
A candle was lit by Kathy Gustafson
on June 14, 2016 6:31 PM
Message from Yvonne Poulos
June 14, 2016 6:20 PM
I was deeply saddened when I heard of Dr. John's passing. He took very good care of my husband and was an inspiration to me during sad times. May he rest in peace. God love the good doctor.
A candle was lit by Yvonne Poulos
on June 14, 2016 6:18 PM
Message from Tom Lepisto
June 14, 2016 4:37 PM
Dear Family
I was shocked and saddened to hear of John's passing. It truly reminds me of our temporary time here on earth. I know him well, over time career and distance made our time together less frequent, but when the connection was made either in person or on the phone, it was as if we just left off yesterday. John was an inspiration, we were chums in High School and to see him go from an average student through the Army, then college, Med School and a practicing Physician was truly amazing. We had a HS Biology Teacher, Mr. Gustufson that really gave John a hard time, John would have had the better part of that as Burt Gustufson, never thought John would have amounted to much, Be proud of your Dad, I am. I miss him, wish I had seen more of him but I know he squeezed a ton of living into his years.
Remember the times you had, the great memories...... The tears and heartache are tough, but they will pass.
You are in our thoughts, prayers and best wishes.
Tom and Sheryl Lepisto
Queenstown, MD
I was shocked and saddened to hear of John's passing. It truly reminds me of our temporary time here on earth. I know him well, over time career and distance made our time together less frequent, but when the connection was made either in person or on the phone, it was as if we just left off yesterday. John was an inspiration, we were chums in High School and to see him go from an average student through the Army, then college, Med School and a practicing Physician was truly amazing. We had a HS Biology Teacher, Mr. Gustufson that really gave John a hard time, John would have had the better part of that as Burt Gustufson, never thought John would have amounted to much, Be proud of your Dad, I am. I miss him, wish I had seen more of him but I know he squeezed a ton of living into his years.
Remember the times you had, the great memories...... The tears and heartache are tough, but they will pass.
You are in our thoughts, prayers and best wishes.
Tom and Sheryl Lepisto
Queenstown, MD
A candle was lit by Robert & Christy Kirkley
on June 14, 2016 4:02 PM
Message from Rev. Howard & Sue Neider
June 14, 2016 3:41 PM
Doc & I had a very special relationship. We knew each other as frail human beings, who needed the grace of God to make us look good. May that grace & love of Christ be with his family at this time. He & I cried together under the heaviness of this world. My heart grieves his passing from this world; and it rejoices in the hope that Christ gives us in his passing into the next life. Always in Christ, Rev. Howard Neider
A candle was lit by Sally Jarvey
on June 14, 2016 3:05 PM
A candle was lit by Angela Coon
on June 14, 2016 2:49 PM
Message from Barb Urbis
June 14, 2016 2:19 PM
The doc I will always remember in my heart is the man that delivered my 1st grandchild. He was as proud of that delivery as if Nick were his own. We had a lot of conversations in our years at OMH / Aspirus and I am truly sad for his family and Rita at his unexpected death, you are in my prayers.
A candle was lit by Dave and Mary York
on June 14, 2016 2:14 PM
A candle was lit by Hillary Stites
on June 14, 2016 2:05 PM
Message from Sally and Hank Gagnon
June 14, 2016 1:27 PM
My dear Rita, we are so sorry to hear this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and family. Big comfort hugs to you.
Message from Steve and Michele Harma
June 14, 2016 12:58 PM
We're sorry to hear of the sudden loss of Doc Austin. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
A candle was lit by Mitch and Emily McPherson
on June 14, 2016 12:07 PM
Message from Steve and Michele Harma
June 14, 2016 11:55 AM
We're so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Doc Austin. You're in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
A candle was lit by Mark and Amy Wisti
on June 14, 2016 11:54 AM
Message from gary fleming
June 14, 2016 11:44 AM
condolences to doc's family - he will always be remembered by my family for saving my life back in 98
A candle was lit by Jamie Monville
on June 14, 2016 10:57 AM
Message from Dr.Oh
June 14, 2016 10:30 AM
Dr. Austin was working with me during EMR training for 2 weeks. He was very kind, and easy to get along. He was simply a very nice person. I enjoyed spaghetti he brought for me. I am going to miss him a lot.
A candle was lit by Dr.Oh
on June 14, 2016 10:24 AM
A candle was lit by Peggy Erickson and Jason Clark
on June 14, 2016 9:04 AM
A candle was lit by Deb & Bob Clark
on June 14, 2016 8:53 AM
Message from Bill and Linda Baccus
June 14, 2016 8:49 AM
His care and support of this family was truly appreciated. So sorry for your loss. He will be very much missed.
Message from Cindy LeGault
June 14, 2016 8:43 AM
Sorry to hear about "Doc", I worked many years with him and always knew that any patient got the best of care. Thinking of you and family.
A candle was lit by The Kirouac & Martin Families
on June 14, 2016 8:31 AM
A candle was lit by Jim and Gina White
on June 14, 2016 8:14 AM
A candle was lit by Bill Miles
on June 14, 2016 8:00 AM
A candle was lit by Dayle LaBine
on June 14, 2016 6:45 AM
A candle was lit by Jane and Steve Store
on June 14, 2016 12:58 AM
A candle was lit by Todd & Lisa Huotari
on June 14, 2016 12:50 AM
Message from Donna Siren Perryman
June 13, 2016 11:27 PM
Rita, my heart breaks for you. Doc was always one of my favorite doctors. We knew you would get the absolute best care, and probably a laugh besides.
A candle was lit by Donna Siren Perryman
on June 13, 2016 11:26 PM
A candle was lit by Eugene and Teddi Soumis
on June 13, 2016 11:23 PM
A candle was lit by Vicky & Mark Szczepanik
on June 13, 2016 11:00 PM
A candle was lit by Dave, Cindy, James and Kristen Schmidt
on June 13, 2016 10:17 PM
A candle was lit by Jim and Kay larvis
on June 13, 2016 9:50 PM
Message from Jim and Kay latvis
June 13, 2016 9:49 PM
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you all
A candle was lit by Teresa Way
on June 13, 2016 9:44 PM
A candle was lit by Dave and Beth Penegor
on June 13, 2016 9:28 PM
A candle was lit by Wanda McKay
on June 13, 2016 9:15 PM
A candle was lit by Sue Lockhart & family
on June 13, 2016 9:14 PM
A candle was lit by PAUL AND HELEN WARREN
on June 13, 2016 9:11 PM
A candle was lit by Chris Ahola and Greg Tesch
on June 13, 2016 9:06 PM
A candle was lit by Karl & Linda Wadman
on June 13, 2016 9:05 PM
A candle was lit by Harold and Irene Amos
on June 13, 2016 9:00 PM
A candle was lit by Mike and Karen Morris
on June 13, 2016 8:26 PM
Message from Ken and Marcy Roberts
June 13, 2016 8:09 PM
Our most sincere sympathy for your loss. He saved my husband's life. I am forever grateful...
A candle was lit by Karen and Dave White
on June 13, 2016 8:06 PM
A candle was lit by Shelley, Jared, Adam & Wyatt
on June 13, 2016 7:53 PM
A candle was lit by David & Kay White
on June 13, 2016 7:36 PM
A candle was lit by Bill Anttila and Pam Gray
on June 13, 2016 7:26 PM
A candle was lit by John and Mary Wagner family
on June 13, 2016 7:05 PM
A candle was lit by Eugene and Denise Lewis
on June 13, 2016 6:49 PM
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