Natalie Jean Austin, 61 of Covington Virginia, died Wednesday, November 3, 2022, at her residence surrounded by her family and her beloved dog, Baby Grace, she is the daughter of the late William “Bill” and Carol Austin.
Natalie was born October 4, 1961, in Covington Virginia, she was a 1984 graduate of Radford University with a major in Journalism and a minor in political science. During her working career she was an award-winning journalist, winning over a hundred Virginia press awards. In her spare time, she enjoyed riding her horses, rescuing greyhounds and was also an avid art collector.
Natalie is survived by her sister, Pam Austin, two brothers George “Stick” Austin (Melody), Tommy Austin (Youlonda), a number of nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Shawn Wright and Kathleen Fridley of Mount Regional Hospice for their care and support.
In keeping with her wishes, Serenity Funeral Home will be handling the cremation and a service will be held at First Christian Church, in Covington Virginia, Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 1:00 pm with Bill Gilliland officiating. The family will receive their friends for visitation after the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alleghany humane society or the Greyhound rescue mission of Virginia.
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