WILLIAM AUSTIN

Prophet William Austin was born on July 13, 1947, in Goldsboro NC.  He is the son of the late Ruby A. Chestnut.  He departed his earthly home for eternal rest on Friday September 10, 2022, at his residence in Plano, Tx.

William Austin, affectionately known by family and friends as ”Prophet” accepted Christ as his personal savior at a very young age.  He was ordained as a minister and a prophet in the early 1970s and at that time decided to travel the United States and preach the gospel.

For over 40 years, Prophet Austin preached the word of God at various church meetings, rallies, and revivals.  He was an anointed man of God who was personally requested by Bishops and Pastors from across the country.

His travels ceased due to declining health but his love for the Lord never waivered.

Prophet Austin is proceeded in death by his wife, Mrs. Mamie Austin of Paducah, Ky; Sisters, Sandra Austin, Bishop Benita Brown, and Cathleen Faye Cox; children, Paul Austin and Michael Austin.

Those to cherish his fond memories are:

Brothers and Sister:

Karl Chestnut and fiancé Jane of El Paso, Tx, James McLamb and fiancé Darlene of Baltimore, MD, Karlene Richardson and husband Larry of Fayetteville NC and Ivery Chestnut and wife Angela of Columbia, SC.

Daughters and Sons:

Yolanda Wright, David Austin and wife Mary of Dublin, Ga, Kimberly Williams and husband Michael of Phoenix, Az, Phillip Austin of Phoenix, Az, Tameka Austin of Phoenix, Az, Rachel Austin of Phoenix, Az, Jonathan Austin of Phoenix, Az, Ruth Austin of California, Elijah Austin of California, and William Austin Jr. of California.

God Daughter and God Son:

Ms. Mahalia Grant and son Xaiver of Plano, Tx

Prophet Austin has 30 grand children, 1 great grand child, and a host of nephews and nieces.