Obituary

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our cherished, John Joseph Francis Augustine, Jr. John was loved and adored and will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.

John will be passionately mourned by his loving wife, Beverly, of 45 years. His two daughters, Jan Augustine and Jill Augustine (Justin Crabtree Sr.); grandchildren, Lukas Clatterbuck, Justin Jr., Ireta and Willow; sister, Sharon Augustine, numerous brothers and sister of Beverly, as well as their wives and husbands; uncle, Cleveland Anderson; and aunt, Judy Anderson.

John and his wife owned and operated two beauty salons and day spas. He was a professional businessman and a talented artist. He donated his business and time to many local charities over the years.

John was a Jack of Trades and could fix or build most anything. He would lend a hand to anyone in need.

When his daughters swim team needed a coach, he took all the steps necessary to become one for them. He went as far as getting his certification to referee for the Olympics.

John loved to vacation and fish in Nags Head, NC, with his family and friends. He would catch the Bluefish Blitz every chance he got. He loved adventure and travel, and that he did with his wife, family, and friends.

John was not only an Eagle Scout, but an Eagle Palm. Which are awards given to Eagle Scouts to recognize additional merit badges earned beyond the 21 required for the Eagle rank.

John was a self-made chef and gardener. Coming from Italian Polish decent, his dishes were 5 star! He cooked with love for all his family and friends.

His greatest attribute would be his abundant love of his family. He showed it every day in every way. John leaves behind his beautiful wife, Beverly Augustine; daughters, Jan Augustine and Jill Augustine; sister, Sharon Augustine; uncle, Cleveland Anderson; aunt, Judy Anderson; brothers-in-law, Bill Hallman, Ben Hallman (Selena), and Samuel Hallman; sister-in-law, Mindy Hallman (Denny Tisher); nieces and nephews, William Hallman (Tabitha), Jeanette Harman (Joe), Jacki Hallman, Devin Boyd (Michael), Mollee Hallman, Samantha Vaughan (George), and Daniel Hallman; cousins, Patricia Celuch, Katheleen Anderson, Andrew Anderson (Carrie Ray), Daniel Sealock, and Debra Kay Sealock.

John will be greatly missed by his dear friends and clients.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

He is Not Gone

Ease your grief, he is not gone

For in your heart, he lingers on.

His smile, his laugh, his special way,

Will comfort you, from day to day.

You’ll feel his presence in the breeze,

That dances gently, through the trees,

And it’s his face that you shall see,

When you’re in need of company.

At any time, you can recall,

The loved you shared…you saved it all.

And in time, more than anything,

You’ll find peace in remembering.