Obituary of Clyde Randolph Austin, Jr.

Clyde R. "Randy" Austin, Jr., 75, of Roanoke went home to be with the Lord Sunday, December 12, 2021.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Lorraine Austin; a sister, Marjorie Ellen Whitt and his best K-9 friend, Jack.

Randy was a graduate of William Byrd High School and served in the U S Army. He retired after 23 years of service with Haley Toyota and attended Hope Bible Church.

Surviving are his loving wife of 51 years, Janet L. Austin; devoted sons, Scott R. and Jason N. Austin; father, Clyde R. Austin, Sr.; brothers, Darrell Wayne Austin, and Michael Duane (Karen) Austin; and long time friend, Lewis Paige.

The family wishes to express a very special thank you to Doctors Bonnie Culkin and Nelson Greene; and nurses, Amanda and Robyn for their many acts of kindness and compassion.

Funeral services will be conducted 3 pm Thursday, December 16, 2021 at Simpson Funeral Home 5160 Peters Creek Road by Pastor Don Eshelman.  Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Wednesday at Simpson Funeral Home.  Those planning to attend the visitation and funeral service are asked to please wear face coverings.  Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home. (540)366-0707