of Jonesboro, AR
July 7, 1936 - September 13, 2014
Billy Gene Austin, 78, of Jonesboro, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at his home. He was born July 7, 1936 in Tyronza to Clifford and Jewel Cannon Austin. Billy was a retired 30 year veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was a member and Deacon at Providence Baptist Church. Billy was a member of the first helicopter squadron at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland.
Billy is preceded in death by his parents; and an infant brother, Benjamin Austin.
Survivors include his loving wife Mary (Baney) Austin of the home; two sons, Paul and Terry Austin, both of Jonesboro; three brothers, Kenneth Harold, David, and Gary Austin; and four sisters, Barbara Aycock, Shelby Sue Colburn, Linda Sears, and Oradale Skelton.
Visitation will be 5-8 pm Wednesday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro.
Chapel services will be 1 pm Thursday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Tyronza Cemetery.
Mary I am so sorry for the loss of your husband,my prayers go out to you and the Austin family.You all have my deepest sympathy.
With all our love and respect,you will be missed .
Aunt Tiny, Terry, and Paul, So sorry to hear of Uncle Billy's passing. He was a good man. Love to you all. our thoughts and prayers are with you. Brenda and Randy
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad (Billy). My prayers are with the Austin Family at this time of sorry.
So very sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Sorry for loss our thought and prayer go out to Austin family
God Bless you always,,you have earned your wings to fly high above us all. Forever Rest in Heavenly Peace Billy