Charles Austin Jr.

October 19, 2019

Charles Austin, Jr. “Deacon Charles” passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2019, at the age of 72. He was born in Covington, LA and was also a lifelong resident. He loved God, he loved working, and most importantly reading the Bible and witnessing to everyone, Charles was a Deacon at 19 years old. Became a member and A Deacon in 1999 at The Church of Jesus Deliverance Temple. He was baptized on November 21, 1999, and received the Holy Ghost on June 12, 2000, Pastored by Barry Scott. Loving husband of the late Gloria Dean Austin for 35 years. Son of the late Charles Given Austin and Lure Lee Austin. Devoted father of Joseph M. Brister, Charles A. Austin, III (Melissa), Stacey R. Cyprain (Gary), Tabetha T. Whitehead (Terry), and Leslie Austin, and Damien W. Austin. Brother of Pearlean A. Jamison, and the late James L. and Robert Austin. Grandfather of Jasmine, Ivy, Faberg’e, Charles, Anthony, Terryione, Wynisha, Lavonte, and the late Danielle Austin. Loving uncle to his special niece, Rhonda Williams. He is preceded in death by his niece Karen Austin. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services at Christ Jesus Apostolic Ministries, 21200 Hwy. 36, Abita Springs, on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:30 am. Interment immediately following Service, at Wilson Cemetery, Covington, LA. Condolences can be posted at www.serenitycovington.com.