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Eugene Robinson Austin
Manteo- Eugene Robinson Austin, affectionately known as “Buddy” age 76, passed away in Nags Head November 29, 2023. He served his country proudly and bravely as a veteran of the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.
Eugene “Buddy” ministered through music: from eastern North Carolina to Virginia. His musical gifts and organizational skills led Buddy to envision and create the Manteo Male Chorus, the Manteo Community Choir, the Columbia Community Choir, and several other musical collaborations. Buddy’s performances were highly regarded by other famous musicians near and far. Buddy is a humble gift to the body of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Lillian Meekins Austin; his long-time friend Carole Scott; his niece Tanaya Farrow, and his nephew Jamie Farrow.
Eugene R. Austin leaves to cherish his memory three sisters, Bessie Farrow, Charleen Mathews (Larry), Sally Simmons (Eddie); one aunt, Pensecola McClease; four nieces Rhonda Carver, Carla Beale (Dwayne), Davina Austin, and Latora Cason (H.Patrick); two nephews, Travis Mathews and Eddie Simmons, Jr.; and a host of great nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Eugene’s passing is also grieved by his loyal friends and long-time employers, Betsy Seawell and partner, Kerry Landherr and the Islander Motel family.
Family and friends may view from 6 pm to 8 pm at Manteo Assembly Church Friday December 8, 2023. The funeral will be held Saturday December 9, 2023 at 1 pm at Manteo Assembly Church. Reverend T.J. Etheridge will officiate. Immediately following the funeral, the burial with military honors will be held at historic Haven Creek Cemetery in Manteo.
Please share a word of comfort, a favorite memory, or a loving sentiment with the family at gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements.
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One of the nicest men I have ever met. We enjoyed seeing and talking to Eugene at his job and we looked forward to seeing him There each year. I will miss his welcome and goodbye hugs and his laugh and beautiful smile. Rest in peace Eugene
My sincere condolences to the family. May God bless 🙌, comfort and give you peace during your time of bereavement!
I thank the Lord for allowing this gentleman to always be a part of my life. He was one of my sister and brother, Audrey and Raymond Charity, Jr best friends up until they passed away and my other siblings as well. Along with his family and friends they too will be receiving him with opened arms in heaven. Thank you for all the Love and music 🎶 you provided for us all. ❤️👼🏽🙏🏽
My deepest condolences to the family. Jones Family Atlanta, Ga
Deepest Heartfelt Condolences to Eugene's Family and Friends. I met Eugene many years ago when he was mowing the yard of Dot and Doug Graham ( also the Dune Burger). One if the sweetest and kindest persons I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. He will surely be missed. Godspeed Today and Always
I can only imagine how much brighter heaven is now, Eugene had a smile that could light up any room. He was a special person and good friend. I will miss his hugs. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Sincere sympathy to the entire family and to all who love music and singing. May God bless you and keep you in His care.
My Condolences to Gino's family. I live in Charlotte NC and met Gino's through William Blackmond back I. 1975. God is in control. Gino's resting
To my confidant my Uncle! I will never stop saying I love you always and forever! You told me so many things that I will cherish forever! Until we meet again! I love you always and forever! Voo
May you rest in peace, Mr. Eugene. You were always a wonderful person and friend to my father and our family. I pray your family and friends find comfort and peace in these days to come.
A respected good musician. Ready to help if needed and a friend. Condolences to the family. May God bless.
Sorry about your Lost he was a very nice person he will be miss to the family one thing he could play a pinao and sing
RIP Stixs. Thank you for being the man I could look up too and for being there for us in our younger days. You will be missed.
Ms Bessie and Family I am so sorry for your loss ! Eugene was a good man and will be missed by family and friends
The TC male chorus and our family give our deepest symphony to the family.Eugene was very special to us,we are deeply saddened.Keep your heart and mind on Jesus.
So sorry to hear of Eugene's passing. I have known him for a long time and while others called him Buddy, he was always Eugene to me. He was one of the nicest and sweetest men I knew and always had a smile. I know he will be missed by many and my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Rosemarie
Prayers and condolences to the Meekins and Austin families. May Mr Austin’s love for music and people be remembered and may he rest in peace. Colbert and Kim Respass.
RIP Eugene! You were always the sunshine at the Islander Motel. We are surely going to miss you but know we will be hearing you sing in your new heavenly home when we arrive at the Islander. Condolences to your family and friends in OBX. Love, Sharon & Jeff
We are saddened to hear of Eugene’s passing. We looked forward to seeing him every year when we stayed at The Islander. He always greeted us with a great big smile. Sending thoughts and prayers to family and friends in the days to come. He will be truly missed. Josh, Laura & Layton Price.
I am heartbroken to hear of Mr. Eugene's passing. Our last conversation was about life and the Lord, which I will hold dear to my heart forever. I will miss seeing you at The Islander as I know all who knew you will. Rest in peace with the Lord. I know the angels are rejoicing at your homecoming. But we will miss you here on earth terribly. When I see flowers blooming, I will be thinking of and remembering you. You are loved, Mr. Eugene. 💗
We are so saddened at the loss of our dear friend. We have been friends for many years and he was truly a wonderful person. The best kind of friend a person could have. Our deepest condolences to all his family and friends. Our hearts are broken with yours. Rest In Peace Eugene, thank you for your friendship over the years, we will always miss you. Charlie and Verna
Thank you Eugene, my friend. You rendered beautiful music for the Columbia Children's Choir for many years. The children and I traveled places with you singing God's praises. My your reward be great in heaven.
To the family ,sending love and prayers, Mr Eugene surely will be miss from Macedonia church of christ.he was family to us,..his church family is mourning the lost of this special family member of the church. Mr Eugene you will be missed by your church family,,rest in the arms of our precious Lord
One of the nicest men I have ever met. We enjoyed seeing and talking to Eugene at his job and we looked forward to seeing him
There each year. I will miss his welcome and goodbye hugs and his laugh and beautiful smile. Rest in peace Eugene
My sincere condolences to the family. May God bless 🙌, comfort and give you peace during your time of bereavement!
I thank the Lord for allowing this gentleman to always be a part of my life. He was one of my sister and brother, Audrey and Raymond Charity, Jr best friends up until they passed away and my other siblings as well. Along with his family and friends they too will be receiving him with opened arms in heaven. Thank you for all the Love and music 🎶 you provided for us all. ❤️👼🏽🙏🏽
My deepest condolences to the family.
Jones Family
Atlanta, Ga
Deepest Heartfelt Condolences to Eugene’s Family and Friends. I met Eugene many years ago when he was mowing the yard of Dot and Doug Graham ( also the Dune Burger). One if the sweetest and kindest persons I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. He will surely be missed. Godspeed Today and Always
I can only imagine how much brighter heaven is now, Eugene had a smile that could light up any room. He was a special person and good friend. I will miss his hugs. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Sincere sympathy to the entire family and to all who love music and singing. May God bless you and keep you in His care.
My Condolences to Gino’s family. I live in Charlotte NC and met Gino’s through William Blackmond back I. 1975. God is in control. Gino’s resting
To my confidant my Uncle!
I will never stop saying I love you always and forever! You told me so many things that I will cherish forever! Until we meet again! I love you always and forever!
Voo
May you rest in peace, Mr. Eugene. You were always a wonderful person and friend to my father and our family. I pray your family and friends find comfort and peace in these days to come.
A respected good musician. Ready to help if needed and a friend. Condolences to the family. May God bless.
Sorry about your Lost he was a very nice person he will be miss to the family one thing he could play a pinao and sing
RIP Stixs. Thank you for being the man I could look up too and for being there for us in our younger days. You will be missed.
Ms Bessie and Family I am so sorry for your loss ! Eugene was a good man and will be missed by family and friends
The TC male chorus and our family give our deepest symphony to the family.Eugene was very special to us,we are deeply saddened.Keep your heart and mind on Jesus.
So sorry to hear of Eugene’s passing. I have known him for a long time and while others called him Buddy, he was always Eugene to me. He was one of the nicest and sweetest men I knew and always had a smile. I know he will be missed by many and my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Rosemarie
Prayers and condolences to the Meekins and Austin families. May Mr Austin’s love for music and people be remembered and may he rest in peace. Colbert and Kim Respass.
RIP Eugene! You were always the sunshine at the Islander Motel. We are surely going to miss you but know we will be hearing you sing in your new heavenly home when we arrive at the Islander. Condolences to your family and friends in OBX. Love, Sharon & Jeff
We are saddened to hear of Eugene’s passing. We looked forward to seeing him every year when we stayed at The Islander. He always greeted us with a great big smile. Sending thoughts and prayers to family and friends in the days to come. He will be truly missed. Josh, Laura & Layton Price.
I am heartbroken to hear of Mr. Eugene’s passing. Our last conversation was about life and the Lord, which I will hold dear to my heart forever. I will miss seeing you at The Islander as I know all who knew you will. Rest in peace with the Lord. I know the angels are rejoicing at your homecoming. But we will miss you here on earth terribly. When I see flowers blooming, I will be thinking of and remembering you. You are loved, Mr. Eugene. 💗
We are so saddened at the loss of our dear friend. We have been friends for many years and he was truly a wonderful person. The best kind of friend a person could have. Our deepest condolences to all his family and friends. Our hearts are broken with yours. Rest In Peace Eugene, thank you for your friendship over the years,
we will always miss you. Charlie and Verna
Thank you Eugene, my friend. You rendered beautiful music for the Columbia Children’s Choir for many years. The children and I traveled places with you singing God’s praises. My your reward be great in heaven.
To the family ,sending love and prayers, Mr Eugene surely will be miss from Macedonia church of christ.he was family to us,..his church family is mourning the lost of this special family member of the church. Mr Eugene you will be missed by your church family,,rest in the arms of our precious Lord