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Obituary For Clarence Leon Austin
Carter Funeral Home announces the transition of Mr. Clarence Leon Austin, of Union Springs, Alabama. Affectionately known as “Sam”, Mr. Austin, 79, transitioned into eternal life December 4, 2021, at the East Alabama Medical Center of Opelika.
The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Friday, December 17, 2021, from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Carter Funeral Home.
Farewell services at Graveside will be held Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 2:00 pm from the County Line AME Zion Cemetery, Union Springs, AL. Rev. Donald Carr will deliver the message of comfort.
Mr. Clarence L. Austin was born on January 1, 1942, in Bullock County, Alabama to the late Mrs. Deannie Austin Jones. He departed his life on Saturday, December 4, 2021, after becoming ill for a short period. He was the youngest of four children. Sam was a proud graduate of Merritt High School where he graduated in1961. After graduation he worked several jobs which included his employment with Columbus Mills, Inc.. Later in life he was hired by the Bullock County Commission where he retired. Sam professed his life to Christ at an early age and joined the Countyline AME Zion Church in Armstrong, Alabama. At Countyline Sam served faithfully on several committees, which included the Sunday School Superintendent and the Treasurer. He loved working in the church, reading his bible, praying for and with others. Sam loved spending time with family, fishing, laughing and always wearing a smile. He was an active member of the Magnificent Twelve Club. He was a loving father, uncle, brother and friend who always put others first. “To know Sam was to love him.”
Sam was preceded in death by his Grandmother Miss Pearl Austin, his brother Mr. Walter Jones, his mother Mrs. Deannie Austin Jones, and his sister Mrs. Ernestine Austin Caldwell. He leaves to cherish his loving memory three sons, Mr. Darrel C. Owens, Mr. Thomas Davis, and Mr. Antonio Owens, one sister, Mrs. Ora Lee Veil (Miami, Florida) and a host of grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and cousins. He had a special friend like a sister, Mrs. Eddie Mae Cowan, best friend, Mr. John Blackmon and a large host of family, friends and associates. In accordance with recommended COVID-19 Protocols, all attendees are requested to utilize appropriate facial coverings, maintain social distancing, and minimize physical contact.
The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be selected to provide End of Life Services for the late Mr. Clarence Leon “Sam” Austin.
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Our prayers and thoughts are going out to the Austin, Jones and Owens families. We are praying and asking that God strengthen you, comfort you , give you peace and understanding during this difficult time. Cousin Sam will be truly missed. He had a great sense of humor. He would always say something to make you laugh and by doing that he would be adding some sunshine to your day. He loved his family, he had kind and caring heart. To help uplift your spirit remember that you have those precious memories of Sam to share with others. Keep trusting and praying to God when you feel sad and loss because he can help ease your pain during this time. Love and blessings to you all. Oscar and Cynthia Austin Jr. and Family
TO THE AUSTIN AND JONES FAMILY! MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR OUR COUSIN SAM! MAY HE REST IN PEACE! TO A GOD FEARING MAN! Your Cousin ROSE
I first met "Sam" and his brother "Junior" in the summer of 1967 when granny Pearl sent them to "kidnap me" from Montgomery . I had never seen them before but with Sam's good nature and Junior's experience I felt in good hands. Sam took me around in Union Springs introducing me to family and friends . I remember he had two flats at the same time on his 1959 Chevy Impala and he handled it as if it was nothing. We stayed in contact over the years and it was as if we never had been away from each other as we could just pick up and start just like that. We talked jobs and experiences and he really showed he still had the dance moves on the 2007 Family reunion. It was as if he was forever young and resistant to aging. I took photos of him in 1978, 1985 and also in 2016 and he was always recognizable. I wished that we had more time as we always say to do those things with people we love . I will truly miss him as I was trying to get him more involved in family history like his sister Ernestine was. Loved his sense of humor and the way he took life without a lot of complaints . May he rest in peace . His cousin Sergeant Austin misses him and regrets that we didn't do more. My condolences to those within his orbit and I can say that it was a great honor in knowing him.
May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Gladys Penn Miami, FL
My deepest condolences. May God's grace and mercy provide peace during this difficult time. -Jacques Austin
RIP Sam, You will Always Be In My Thoughts! Family Be Strong!
My Condolences to the Austin family Praying 🙏 for you all strength 🙏 May God Continue to bless you all 🙏 Beverly Calhoun and Family 🙏
To The Austin,Jones and County Line A.M.E. Zion Church Families,Our sincerest prayers and may GOD give you all strength,peace and comfort 🙏🏽🕊Pastor Banks and The St.Paul Missionary Baptist Church Family 🌹💒
Our deepest condolences and sympathy to Our Austin Jones Family and Friends.🕊Much LOVE and PRAYERS.🌹🙏🏽Sister DorothyMabsonWoody and The Jones Harris Mabson Families
Family ,
Praying for a peace that passes all understanding. MAY god continue to grant us unity and trust in Him.
With Love,
Apostle Linda Ann Pritchett(Austin)
Thank you for the confidence and kindness you have displayed by selecting us as your professional services provider. It is an honor to serve and support you. The Staff and Management of Carter Funeral Home
