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James Michael Austin, Sr

February 16, 1949 — December 3, 2024

Taylors

James Michael Austin, Sr.,75, or Mike as he was known, a beloved husband, father, grandfather

and friend, peacefully passed away at his home in Taylors, South Carolina, on December 3,

2024, surrounded by his family. Born on February 16, 1949, in Piedmont, South Carolina to Carl

and Daisy Austin, he was a man of deep devotion and character.


Mike was a proud veteran who honorably served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam

War. His service to his country was a testament to his strong values and unwavering

commitment to those he cared for. After returning from military service, he built a life filled with

love, family, and friends.

He celebrated 57 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Jan. Together, they created

a warm and loving home for their family.

Mike had a passion for life, which he expressed through various hobbies and interests. He

enjoyed fishing, golfing and racing all of which allowed him to spend time with family and

friends.


Mike is survived by his wife, Jan, and their children, James “Jimmy” Austin, Jr. (Shannon),

Christy Mooney (Ken Allen), and Carla Styles as well as his grandchildren Morgan Gentry

(Bradley), Samantha Lyles (Cody), Bradley Styles (Jessica), Haleigh Styles (Jed Giddley), and

his great-grandchildren Clayton Gentry, Carter Styles, Carson Styles, and Blakely Gentry. He

also leaves behind his brother, Randy “Biscuit” Carl Austin.


He is predeceased by his parents, Carl and Daisy Austin, his sister-in-law, Linda Austin, and

brother-in-law Bill Prince.


A visitation honoring Mike will be held on December 10, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM at

Robinson Funeral Home on Powdersville Road, followed by a funeral service celebrating his life,

starting at 12:00 PM.


Visit RobinsonFuneralHomes.com or Robinson Funeral Home & Crematory – Powdersville

Road, Easley.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of James Michael Austin, Sr, please visit our flower store.

Service Schedule

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Visitation

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

10:00 - 11:45 am (Eastern time)

Robinson Funeral Home Powdersville Road

1425 Powdersville Road, Easley, SC 29642

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Funeral Service

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Starts at 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

Robinson Funeral Home Powdersville Road

1425 Powdersville Road, Easley, SC 29642

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