"Sorry for your loss."
In loving memory of
William Franklin Austin
August 20, 1968 - October 9, 2020
William Franklin "Bill" Austin, age 52, of Morgantown passed away early morning Friday, October 9, 2020 at his home with his family by his side. Bill fought a long and courageous battle against cancer.
Born August 20, 1968 in Morgantown, Bill is the son of Edna Florence (Ault) Austin who survives him in Morgantown, and the late William Carl Lamar.
In addition to his mother, survivors include his husband of six years, James Blaszak; his siblings, Jacquie Yost and her two sons, Andrew (spouse Kaylin, and their children Heston and Gentry) and Jacob of Morgantown, and Jamie Austin and his son Cory of Morgantown; and many other extended family members.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents Jesse and Lucille Ault; and his sister-in-law, Shari Austin.
Bill graduated from Morgantown High School and West Virginia University. He was formerly employed by UBC, Valley Health Care and Teletech.
He never met a stranger and had a smile that could light-up a room. He loved flowers and animals.
At his request, Bill has been cremated.
Friends may join the family to honor Bill's life and legacy at Smith Funeral & Cremation Care, 108 Holland Ave., Westover / Morgantown, on Friday, October 16th from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at which time a brief prayer will be offered to conclude the visitation. Face masks or coverings and social distancing is required. Please limit your visit with the family to 15 minutes or less.
In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to Bill's final expenses by visiting www.smithfcc.com, clicking on Bill's obituary page, and then clicking on the "Support Family" link; or by contributing to the Taylor County Humane Society, PO Box 243, Grafton, WV 26354.
Tributes
"My heart is breaking. I will always remember your beautiful smile and your wit. My deepest condolences to your Mom, Jimmy, and all your family and friends. Fly high with the angels! Until we meet again. "
"Rip dear friend, fly high with the angels....???"
"Jimmy and Family my heart goes out to you. Bill was such a loving and caring person. I will hold onto our memories we had made. His smiling face will never be forgotten. Am proud to have known him and call him my friend. I love you Bill and will miss you! See you on the other side."
"So sorry and sending my thoughts and prayers to Bill?s family! I was so fortunate to have Billy in my class in elementary school! It was always such a joy to see his smiling face every day!"
"I am sad to know your gone but blessed to have known you. No more pain now my sweet friend. Remembering you will make so many people smile. Love you and will miss you. "
"My heart goes out to his husband and family. Prayers for comfort & peace to all. God speed Billy "