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- [S142] Newspaper Article, The Dallas Morning News (TX), 16 Jan 2010.
Carolyn Ann (Stroud) Austin, 71, died at home in Crandall Wednesday January 13th due to complications from Alzheimer's. She is survived by her loving husband Jack Austin formerly of Mesquite, son Michael Ray Farmer and his wife Jan of Mesquite, and two grandchildren Brandon and Dylan Farmer. Carolyn is also survived by sister Kathryn Gatto of Cedar Creek, brother Glenn Stroud and wife Billie of Mesquite, sister-in-law Evelyn Austin of Mesquite, three stepchildren: Charles Austin and his partner Stuart Whitman of Evanston, IL; Laura ( Austin ) Gonnell, her husband Tony and her daughter Shelby Bunton of Houston; and John Austin and his daughter Amber Austin of Mesquite, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by parents Edd and Bertha (Young) Stroud, sister and brother-in-law Lorene (Rene) and Buster Hussong, and brothers-in-law Anthony (Tony) Gatto and Edwin Austin. Carolyn was born on April 22, 1938, in Royce City, Tx. She was a proud graduate of Forney High School Class of 1956 and spent most of her adult life in Crandall. Carolyn had a ready smile, and loved to travel and dance. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Forney, but attended Eastridge Park Christian Church in Mesquite with Jack. The family is grateful for and wishes to acknowledge the many caregivers whose love and attention helped make it possible for Carolyn to remain at home the entire duration of her illness. A special thanks goes to the Hospice Plus team led by Donna Scott RN and including aide Lisa Ellis, for their dedicated efforts for the last 18 months. The family also owes a debt of gratitude and wishes to recognize Carolyn 's at-home caregivers including Lee Birdsong, Connie Caldwell and daughter Tanya, and Katherine Richardson and her daughter Leigh Ann. Visitation will be Sunday, January 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. Carolyn 's funeral service will be conducted by Rev. Dan Carroll at 10 a.m. Monday, January 18th at Laurel Oaks Funeral Home, 12649 Lake June Road in Mesquite. In lieu of flowers, any donations can be made to the charity of your choice. Laurel Oaks Funeral Home www.laureloaksfuneralhome.com 972-288-4663
- [S58] Marriage Certificate.
Name Jackie E Austin
Event Type Marriage
Event Date 14 Oct 1995
Event Place Dallas, Texas, United States
Age 62
Birth Year (Estimated) 1933
Spouse's Name Carolyn A Stroud
Spouse's Age 57
Spouse's Birth Year (Estimated) 1938
Certificate Number 142952
Affiliate County Code 057
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