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2017
Austin was called home by his heavenly father on December 13, 2017 at the age of 77.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Angelina Roundtree along with younger brother Thomas.
Austin leaves behind his life partner and best friend of 43 years, Ray Allen, loving father of Theresa Theobold (Mike) and Lisa Long (Jeff).
Proud grandfather of Devin and Robyn Theobold, Shane Long (April) and Dominic Long.
Great grandfather of Kaylee Long.
Survived by Thomas’ wife Gloria (Faye) and their children, Bryan and Rebecca Roundtree, Heather Seaman (Craig). Great nephew Tommy, great nieces, Hannah, Hailey, Hope and Eliza. Austin had many hobbies that he loved including Mardi Gras, both riding and attending, and bringing items to life with his building skills and their casino trips.
In general, he loved to make people laugh with his dry sense of humor. Austin enjoyed life and lived life to its fullest. He will be sadly missed by all.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Park.
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6 Entries
December 22, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to Ray and the Roundtree family. Austin was a man who was a friend as soon as we met him.
The Denhams
December 19, 2017
Resa, Lisa and families; My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Cynthia Luttmann Ory (Sadie's daughter)
December 16, 2017
Dad u fought a ruff battle, stents, heart attacks, back surgeries, a stroke, and lung cancer. U buried your dad, mom, and brother before their time. U bounced back from all of this n became stronger to fight the ending fight. Now, it has come to be your time to have eternal life rest with grandpa, grandma, and uncle Tommy, for the family reunion you spoke of so many times. U will be sadly missed at every event, holiday, in general every day. We will be reunited with both you and mom someday when we are called home. Til we are together again please, both of you be our guiding force, our guardian angels n protect our families. Love and miss you Theresa(Resa). RIP DAD
December 15, 2017
Alex Ruiz
Even though I met Austin only once. I knew then that he was a kind and special person.
My deepest sympathy and sorry.
December 15, 2017
Austin had a zest for life & enjoyed each day. Even when he was very ill, he managed a smile. He once told me that his mission in life was to make others laugh. I feel he succeeded. He is at peace,but loved ones are left to grieve. I pray for each of you especially Ray, Resa & Lisa & families.May your love of each other & your faith help you through these sad times. love, Aunt Rosie
December 15, 2017
Thomas Smith
Austin, rest in peace.
Ann & Thomas (Brother) Smith
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