Captain Thomas M. Austin was born in southern Alabama and passed away at the age of 72. He was laid to rest in the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA.
He is survived by his wife, two daughters, three grandchildren, and two of his three brothers. Tom, as he preferred to be called, was one of four boys born to Mr. and Mrs. Al Austin. A decorated Vietnam Veteran and a proud patriot, Tom was the recipient of two purple hearts and a silver star. He was a humble man with a great sense of humor. Tom was the first to laugh at a good joke and appreciated the joy of a great book. He never met a stranger and was a friend to many. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project in Tom’s name.