Donald Reed Austin, 75, of Laramie died February 16th. He was born on January 15, 1951, to Frank and Velma Austin in Honolulu, Hawaii, being one of three children.
Donald “Don” went to school in Lawton, Oklahoma and graduated from Eisenhower High School. To further his education, Don attended Oklahoma State University and earned his Doctor of Education and Psychology. Don served as a school psychiatrist for the Wyoming school district for his entire career.
Outside of work Don enjoyed many hobbies including playing guitar and bass in local bands, finding ways to stay active, and spending time with his beloved dogs. Donald will be missed dearly by his friends and family.
Donald is preceded in death by his parents Frank Herbert Austin and Velma Elvera (Norman) Austin.
He is survived by his two brothers James Austin (Chandler, Arizona) and Bruce Austin (Grove, Oklahoma), nieces Erin McDermott (Durham, North Carolina), Leslie Austin (Tempa, Arizona), and nephew Jeff Austin (Minneapolis, Minnesota).
It’s said that one never really dies as long as others remember them. I’ve got over fifty years of memories to keep you going my dear friend.
I am so so very sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin and my friend Don. We sure had some good times together over the years and he will be greatly missed.
Conga Don may he rest in Peace
We are so saddened to hear about Don. I had the pleasure of working with him in the school district for a long time. He was always smiling, funny and fun to talk with. His love of corvettes was dear to his heart. It was fun to be his Realtor when he sold and bought because he insisted on driving us to homes in the Corvette. We will miss seeing him driving around town. Our deepest sympathies go out to the family. If I can be of any assistance, feel free to contact me. Mardell Aragon Realtor and Friend and Dominic Aragon Friend
My heart is broken at his passing. I am saddened for me, though. I am sure that he has found peace in the arms of Our Father. I pray that peace follows him forever. He was a great man and spent his life in services. I’m sorry to see him gone so soon. I will miss him.
I am so saddened to hear of Don's passing! He was such an amazing man, so full of life and happiness! I will miss riding past him on bike rides and seeing his infectious smile and wave!
I'm at Don while working at Laramie Auto Center. I considered him a friend as well as a loyal customer. It was an honor and a pleasure to have known him. Blessings to the family. Tim McConnell Laramie Auto Center
This is Allan Davis don was my best. Freand i new him all the way through hie school he was my therapist in school I'm going to miss him lots