Billy Joe Austin Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Billy Joe Austin, 81 of Indian Trail, NC , passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Atrium Main. He was born in Mecklenburg County on November 1, 1939 to the late Betty Lane and Clyde W. Austin. Bill was employed as a part owner of Controlled Combustion, Inc. of Matthews, NC for 26 years as a Manufacturing Representative. Prior to joining Controlled Combustion, Bill worked for 29 years in sales and service for Industrial Combustion. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by the love of his life, for whom he was married 29 years, Peggy Hooks Austin, and his older brother Clyde W. Austin. He is survived by his three daughters: Nikki A. Tomberlin and husband Jeff from Greer, SC; Alice Austin from Greer, SC and Missy Price and husband Lynn Price from Monroe. Four grandchildren will cherish the memories of their grandfather; Chase Tomberlin and wife Kaitlyn; Bailey Locklair and husband Jake Locklair; Chandler Price and Reagan Price, along with many friends. A memorial service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held on Monday, February 22, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Matthews at 2:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends for the hour prior from 1:00 p.m – 2:00 p.m. Bill will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn East Cemetery in a private family gathering. Flowers may be sent to the funeral home for the service. For all those planning to attend the service, masks are required and social distancing must be adhered to. On line condolences may be left at www.heritagecares.com

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Billy Joe Austin

November 1, 1939 - February 18, 2021