Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
and Spirit of
In Loving Memory
of
Date of Rebirth
May 18, 2015
Service
Friday, May 29, 2015
Visitation: 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
Service: 11:00 a.m. 12:15 p.m.
Willing Spirit Baptist Church
2012 Westwood Northern Blvd.
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45225
Officiating
Pastor Robert E. Taul
Repast / Luncheon
Willing Spirit Baptist Church
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MEMORIES
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Reflections
Jan Terrier Terry Austin
was born
August 2, 1960, the first daughter and
third child for John and Martha Austin.
From early on, Jan always exhibited a
strong tenacity for life and commitment to
excellence. This is evident in the extensive
resume she created throughout her professional
and personal life. Jan graduated from Colerain
High School in 1977, a year earlier than her anticipated graduation date. Shortly after this, she enlisted in the United
States Air Force. At the time of her honorable discharge in 1984,
she ranked as a Sergeant and received numerous awards and accolades
including the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Air Force Longevity
Service Award, and the Air Force Overseas Long Tour Ribbon.
In 1989, Jan met and married Frederick Donaldson and of that union,
their two daughters were born. Erin Tyanna Donaldson in 1989 and
Moriah Terin Donaldson in 1992. Her love for her children was
evident in everything that she did from the time they were born. Jan,
from an early age, knew that her lifes purpose involved helping others.
She was an adamant believer in civil rights and worked tirelessly to
ensure that the work of those who came before her would not be in
vain as she fought against instances of discrimination within the work
force. With her degrees in place and her commitment to excellence,
Jan embarked on the next stage of her journey which truly began her
extensive professional career with the United States Government.
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A big believer in the support of others dreams and in assisting the next
generation, her next projects involved her children, god children,
and nieces and nephews in encouraging their dreams and offering
assistance to see them come to fruition.
Jan was called home to join her Heavenly Father on Monday May 18,
2015. While the impact of her loss is felt by many, her family takes
solace in knowing that her faith and relationship with the Lord was
strong and the most important aspect of her life. She was preceded in
death by her parents, John Thomas Austin and Martha Louise Austin.
She is survived by her daughter Erin Donaldson-Aloulou, son-in-law
Hichem Aloulou, daughter Moriah Donaldson, her grandson, Jeremiah
Gibson, and her brothers, James Hayes, Tyrone Austin, John Thomas
Austin, and Jerald Austin.
A Letter to Mom
Mom,
There are no words that can express how grateful, how blessed,
and how loved I feel from having you in my life. Even now, I can hear
your voice in my head guiding me in all that I do. Your strength and
love, compassion and devotion, not just to me and Moriah, but to all
those that you came into contact with, has been a shining example for
me. The woman I am today is because of you.
I will miss talking to you every day. I will miss joking with you
and growing with you. I will miss calling you for advice for everything,
big and small, and you listening and offering with no judgement. Only
love. I will miss hearing your voice. I will miss making you laugh. I will
miss your good morning texts and phone calls to make sure I made it
home safely. I will miss our songs. I will miss you. Always.
My heart is heavy now. And while I will miss you Ma, I will also
remember. I will remember to listen to that voice in my head that sounds
like you. I will remember to pay attention when the Lord is trying to
direct my path because I know you will be there trying to guide me to. I
will remember your words, lessons and expectations. I will remember that
while you are not here with me physically anymore, you will stay in my
heart forever. You have been there from the beginning and you always
will be. I will remember your strength, your brilliance, your compassion,
and your love and I will take that and become the best woman that I
can be. If I can gain even half of all that you are, I will count that as a
success. I will remember you. I will miss you I will make you proud and I
will love you. Forever.
Your daughter,
Erin
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Order of Service
Organ Prelude
Parting View
Family
Prayer
Scripture
Tiffany Bryant
Song Selection
Acknowledgements
Paula Taul
Moment of Reflection
Dr. Richard Bonner
Eulogy
Benediction
Recessional
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MEMORIES
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MEMORIES
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MEMORIES
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Acknowledgement
In this time of bereavement, we still say God is in control.
Keep praying for our family that God will get the Glory from our lives.
The Family would like to acknowledge with deep gratitude the
expressions of Love and concern towards us.
Thank you to all the family and friends for your prayers,
loving support, contributions, flowers, cards, and gifts of love
during this time of Jan Austins promotion to Glory!
Pallbearers
Jerame Austin
Kris Austin
Junius Austin
Antonio Austin
Jared Austin
Eddie Hayes
Honorary Pallbearers
James Hayes
Tyrone Austin
John Thomas Austin
Jerald Austin
Kevin Austin
Bobby Austin
Buddy Lisbee