Brenda Austin (née Clare)

February 8, 2019

Home Obituaries Brenda Austin (née Clare)

Peacefully at home, on Friday, February 8, 2019, Brenda Austin of London, in her 61st year. Cherished Mom of Steven (Ashley), Tara (Tim) and also dear friend of their Dad Randy. Beloved Ma of Clara and Grace, Rowan and Kelton; joining Timara in the stars. Missed by her fur babies, Lily and Quinn. Loved by her East Coast family; many aunts, uncle and cousins. Brenda will be dearly missed by her close friends, as well as brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Daughter of Steve and Hazel Clare, and daughter-in-law of Pat and Joyce Austin. She was a proud seasonal resident of Harbour Side Trailer Park for 39 years. Brenda loved all things Mickey, Elvis Presley, Grease, flip flops and butterflies. She will be lovingly remembered as the paparazzi at any social gathering. She took great joy in creating hats and blankets to give to various NICU departments. Cremation has taken place, and the Celebration of Life will be conducted on a sunnier day. A visitation will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Interment at Woodland Cemetery, to forever rest with her Mom and Dad, to take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Brenda are asked to consider The Sunshine Foundation of Canada or Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario. 

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(Donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario)

~ Betty Urbanski

(Donated to The Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

~ Edna Dreyer

(Donated to The Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

~ Barwell Family

(Donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario)

~ Bonita Bristow

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~ Minna Waung

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~ Linda Griffin

(Donated to The Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

~ Mike and Darcy Dreyer

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~ Harbour SIde Rec Association

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~ Bonnie Christie

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~ Brenda Pearson

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~ Loss Group Family

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~ Jennifer Johnston

(Donated to The Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

~ Jason & Jacqui Davis

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~ Mitchell Hepburn

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~ Marion Horn and Family

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~ Guillevin St. Thomas

We were shocked to hear of Brenda's passing. Our sincere condolences to the family.

~ Bob and Paula Barwell

I am so saddened by Brendas passing we just met through face book n learned we r related on the guy side of family .our deepest condolences to her family n friends

~ jackie penny

I am so sorry to hear of Brenda's passing. I meet her on F.B. when we learned we were family on the Clare side. I send my condolences to her family. God Bless you Brenda..

~ Wilma frivalt

Very sorry to hear of Brenda's passing. She was such a nice person . Please accept our condolences.

~ Chris & Angel Tyson

My dear sweet Tara, my heart breaks for you and your family. Sending you love and hugs! Xox

~ Deb Murray

We are deeply saddened to hear of Brenda's passing. We will miss our chats catching up and sharing stories of Port Franks. She was a wonderful caring person and neighbor. Our deepest condolences to the family, we are thinking of you all during this heartbreaking time and sending our love.

~ Chris & Leah Dittrich

I just heard about Brenda's passing and I'm so sorry for your loss. I had met Brenda having worked with Randy at Sterling trucks. She was so funny and had such a fun personality. I'm sure she will be dearly missed. 💜

~ Donna Grass

(Donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario)

~ Deella Gallerno

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~ Michelle Winegarden

Thinking of you, Steven and Tara, in this time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the memories of the time you and your families spent with your mother. Sharon Gray

~ Sharon Gray

My condolences to her Children and Family. Our kids went to Myrtle St school. May you rest in peace my friend, heaven received another angel.

~ Heather Shaw

heartfelt hugs and prayers for her family. Brenda was my cousin. I will miss our daily chats. She was my co-conspirator when we were growing up. love you kiddo see you on the flip side.

~ DONNA CRAFTCHICK

My heart aches for you Tara, my friend. Sending sincerely condolences and hugs.

~ Breeda

You will always be remembered for Your kind heart, generous spirit and your laughter. We could not have helped those 100's ot Homeless Fols without You. I will miss You Dearly My Friend. May You R.I.P. and I hope they have knitting needles there! Love You.

~ Donna Atkinson- Wilson

Our sincere condolences and love to the family, especially our good frineds Steve and Ashley. My the Lord walk with you in this time of grief.

~ Chris and Beth Stire

To Steve Ashley Clara and Grace.I was so sad to hear of the passing of Steve's mom.I remember her many times at the church to support Steve when he was baptized and many times at Christmas concerts.My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

~ Nancy Johnson

Intertwined in our life she will be missed. Her presences near with her children and theirs . Never to be forgotten. Pam and Doug

~ Doug and Pam

I am just so sad to hear of this news. My heart breaks for Steve, Ashley, Tara, Tim and the kids. Thinking of you all in this very difficult time. Love The Bales

~ Ashley

this was a dear & fantastic lady, friends of hers since our kids were in kindergarten, our condolences to Steven & Tara & their families, Roberta & Gary Chris & Treena

~ Roberta & Gary Knott

My heart goes out to Brendas family..We have been friends for a very long time...We watched our children grow up together at Myrtle St School. Many many memories were created back then...I will cherish everyone of them. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always....Heaven has gained another angel..I will miss you dearly MY FRIEND!!!!

~ Karen Peters

Brenda had bought a few items from us and was a huge supporter of our business. We wanted to take a moment to send our condolences at this difficult time. She was a pleasure to chat with. She will be sadly missed. Sherrie and Dale monkeysandmore.com Halifax, Nova Scotia

~ Sherrie and Dale Kearney

Our thoughts and prayers are withyou always your trailer park friends

~ Doug & Jackie Menchenton

A whole lot of memories as Brenda and I grew up together. My thoughts go out to Tara and Stephen. May God be with you both and rest of family in these difficult times

~ Paul Rath

I am thinking of the fun times at Harbourside and her flip flops..Hugs Brenda

~ Sheila O'Rourke

My condolences to Tara, Steven and family during this difficult time. Such a ray of light, kindness, love of kids, grandchildren and selfless to those that had the good fortune to meet her. Long time and cherished friend....You will be missed sweet girl

~ Laurel Spriggs

I am an east coast cousin who has had many Messenger conversations with Brenda over the last couple of years including this week. She was generously offering support to me for an illness in my family. I know how close she was to her children and grandchildren and I am so sorry for your loss.

~ George collier

My deepest condolences to family and friends. I had the pleasure of reconnecting with her recently and we had amazing conversations. I will miss her, she was a dear friend, with an amazing gentle heart ! HUGS

~ Laverna Randall

We are so sad to hear this news. Brenda was my first cousin on my mom's side. I have many great memories of fun times on Barker Street in the summer when I would go up to visit with my mom, Brenda's "Aunt Rene." Thinking of Steven and Tara and their families at this most difficult time. We will surely miss her.

~ Cynthia

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Brenda. I have many memories of her from highschool . I send to her family all my hugs and prayers. Love Rhonda (Budd) Burt

~ Rhonda Burt

Please know my family from Barker St days are all thing of you now.. What a reunion all our Barkers street family are having in heaven right now... I am sure she is getting big hugs from my Mom and LaVerne

~ Marion Lundrigan

So sad to hear of the passing of Brenda. She was always so cheerful, giving and compassionate. My condolences to her family at this very difficult time

~ Lorie Johnson

Dear Tara and all your family. Sincere condolences to you at this time. Your Mom was such a kind and generous lady. So sorry for your loss. Hugs, Bonita Bristow

~ Bonita Bristow

R.I.P. Brenda! My condolences to your family and friends. Even though we were virtual friends, I felt like we knew each other forever. I'll miss our genealogy chats, seeing pics of your family and the hats you make for the NICU. You were a beautiful person inside and out. I'm so sad you're gone.

~ Michele Pottie

I am so very sorry to Brenda's family. I have known Brenda since she was a baby. I was her sitter when (Wanda's daughter Sandy) she was a child and her neighbour growing up. Then became friends again on facebook. We were in contact just last week. I valued Brenda's friendship. She was a kind and caring person and I will miss her.

~ Sandra Walker

So very shocked and saddened. Brenda was a very good neighbor to me so many years ago in St. Thomas. Condolences to her family. She will truly be missed.

~ Kim Schaefer

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