Kelly Ann Austin

Austin, Kelly Ann

the beloved daughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend left this world unexpectedly and received her angel wings on March 4, 2022. Born to Pat and Bob Austin on June 15, 1971 in Jackson, Michigan. She attended Northwest High School graduating with honors and then attended Texas Christian University graduating with a degree in Education. She is survived by her beloved parents, Pat Ganong, (John McClure) Anderson Searent, Bob (Barb) Austin, sisters, Vicki (Louie) Palmer, Robin Austin, Susie Austin (Taryn & Jax Ray) Step brother Steve Dancer (Sean) and her precious rescue dogs Sonny and Cooper. She is preceded in death by her two long time rescue dogs Printz and Roxy. Other relatives: Uncle Craig Postma (deceased), Aunt Terry and Godmother (Rod) Rutan Aunt Pamela Postma (Chuck Lucking) Cousins: Pete (Rose) Postma, (Casey Postma) Tammi Stilson, (Taylor, Isabel, Carlo) Amy (Carl) Baxter, Alice Baxter (deceased)

Niece: Noel (Todd) Stevens Nephew: Cole Austin Special great aunt Mary Jean Westerlund and special friend Heidi Anderson, Deceased Grandparents: Pete and Alice Postma and George and Helen Austin.

Kelly was beautiful inside and out, smart, fun, kind and gentle and a lover of animals. Collected nutcrackers, over 300 in her collection. She enjoyed crocheting blankets and baking cookies! She was the best cookie baker ever and always baked your favorite cookie at your birthday and/or Christmas and they all turned out perfect in size, color and taste. She was a devout Christian and attended many Christian concerts, on one occasion she actually met Jeremy Camp, it was one of the highlights of her life! We always remember her infectious smile, beautiful red/ dark brown hair, and caring personality. When you think of Kelly, celebrate the good memories you have of her, remember life is short and should be lived to the fullest. According to family wishes a private viewing will take place Friday, March 11, 2022. In lieu of flowers donations to Compass Christian Church or Pet Rescue.