It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Derek Austin (Spokane, Washington), who passed away on September 8, 2023, at the age of 51, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Derek Austin to show support.

He was predeceased by: his father Judge Robert Austin; his grandmother Janice Cunningham; and his uncles, Jeff and Brian Cunningham. He is survived by: his wife Yuko Takai; his mother Beverly; and his siblings, Jennifer, David, Marc, German Wirehaired Pointer and Jaeger. He is also survived by the Three Companions.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Holy Cross Funeral and Cemetery Services

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September 19, 2023

Dan Koprowski, Pete Clarkson and the Atomic family lit a candle

September 19, 2023

Dan Koprowski, Pete Clarkson and the Atomic family sent flowers

“Deepest sympathies from the officers and men of Atomic Company, 82nd Engineer Battalion, Bamberg, Germany. Derek was a fine leader and solider and friend. May he rest in peace.”

September 14, 2023

Kathy Hicks lit a candle

“In loving memory of Derek. He is now in the loving embrace of our God.”

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September 14, 2023

Robie MacLaughlin wrote a sympathy message

“I am so sorry and shocked about Derek. I served with him in Bamberg and we had many adventures together traveling throughout Europe. He was kind, funny, too smart, and I can’t think of him without a smile and a laugh. We will truly miss him.”