Robert "Bob" Lee Austin, 65, of Washington passed away, Sunday, July 10, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Robert, son of William Edward Austin and wife Edith (Partin) was born March 8, 1957 in Washington.

He was employed as a Bricklayer at Ron Sansone Construction in Pacific where he always set out to be a passionate and dedicated hard worker.

Robert enjoyed taking his grandkids fishing as well as spending quality time with his family. He was known for making unique jokes that fit each person's character and situation at the time.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, William and Edith Austin and two siblings, Carolyn Austin and Thomas Austin.

He is survived by four children, Martin Austin of Fenton, Heather Rite and husband Denny of Arnold, Kenneth Austin and wife Amanda of Union and Charles Austin and wife Kimber of Washington; two brothers, Stanley Austin and wife Rose of Labadie and Roger Austin of St. Louis; twelve grandchildren, T.J., Carolyn, Kaitlin, Chase, Bryan, Karla, Edward, Thomas, Trinity, Denny Jr., Keira and Andrew; nieces; nephews; other relatives and many friends.

Memorial donations to Rock Family Church are preferred.