"Life gives us moments and for those moments we give our lives. ~Eleanor Graham. I was blessed to have known BJ for a moment in his well accomplished life. I am proud to be a part of his family. A patriot. He served his country and his family with pride and dignity. A truly great American. Glad to have been considered a friend."
In loving memory of
Brian (BJ) J. Austin
May 23, 1950 - July 17, 2019
Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Brian J. (BJ) Austin, 69, died after a brave battle with cancer on July 17, 2019. BJ was a graduate of North Georgia College and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Army in 1972. A veteran of 27 years in the United States Army as a Military Intelligence officer, LTC Austin continued to serve his country after retirement as a Department of Army civilian for 15 additional years.
BJ Austin was a dedicated, loyal soldier who loved his family and friends, his church family, his Lord and Savior, and his country.
He is survived by his wife, Judy; daughters, Rebecca and Amelia; son-in-law, Jacob; son, Charles; five grandchildren, Elizabeth, Austin, Gabriel, Tristan, and Lilah; brother and sister-in-law, Ron and Mary Austin; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Joe and Debbie Mundy; and several beloved nieces and nephews.
Visitation will take place at Ingrams Funeral Home, Cumming, GA on Friday, July 19th from 5:00-8:00. The funeral will be held at Coal Mountain Baptist Church on Saturday, July 20th, at 11:00 with Rev. Gary Martin officiating followed by internment at the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a scholarship to be awarded in BJs name to a cadet at the University of North Georgia. Checks can be mailed to: UNG Foundation, PO Box 1599, Dahlonega, GA 30533 (in the memo line: BJ Austin).
Ingram Funeral Home and Crematory, 210 Ingram Ave., Cumming, GA 30040 is in charge of arrangements.
Tributes
"God Speed BJ - thank you for all that you gave so selflessly to so many. I'll miss that smile. My heart & prayers are with the family you loved so much."
"One of nicest guy I ever knew. Worked with BJ and got to know him. Will miss his smile and comradeship."
"My condolences to the family. BJ was a great American!"
"From all of your brothers-in-arms in the Georgia Mountain Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America, HOOAH. Thank you brother for all you did for your country, its military members, and the institution of higher learning and training you loved so much. Blessings to you and your family from all of us. We celebrate with them, your life well lived!"
"Rip BJ. Millie"
"To: BJ Austin Family,It is a Finished the Battle is over! BJ will be remembered by all of us as the consummate Man of great Integrity. Please know BJ gave us and you his all.May God rest his soul and give you as a family peace and fond memories,Heaven Bound Soldier,Paul W. WingoNGC 78VP, Georgia MIlitary Officers Association of America"
"An Among the Clouds Basket was sent on July 18, 2019To BJ. A warrior and gentleman. Keith Hazelrigs"
"Rest in Peace BJ. May God grant all of you rest and peace in knowing you will see him again someday."
"A Roses are Red Deluxe was sent on July 18, 2019Theresa and I send our condolences. BJ was a good friend and a true Patriot. Fidelium animae per misericordium Dei requiescant in pace"
"Requiescat in pace, Frater! You always gave it your best. No one could ask for anything more. Put in a good word for us. We will join you."
"(hugs) ,love and prayers for you, Judy, and all of your family. Love, Kim (Rucker) Davis"
"Fair winds and following seas, BJ. - Bill Studdard NGC 72"