Martha Ann Austin
August 13, 1935 - March 17, 2020
BLUEFIELD – Martha Ann Austin, 84, of Bluefield, died Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Born August 13, 1935 in Princeton, she was the daughter of the late Robert F. Austin and Florence Farley Austin. Miss Austin was a graduate of Princeton High School. She retired after 30 years of working as a secretary at Princeton Machinery. Before and after her retirement, she took care of her companion, Lucky Sexton. She had an incredible love of animals. She was a member of Johnston’s Chapel Baptist Church and enjoyed many church activities and volunteer work. She enjoyed the many visitors, including Rev. Steve Umberger of the Bible Baptist Church, who brightened her day and reinforced her faith. She spent the last three years at Maple’s Healthcare in Bluefield where she received excellent care by a very loving staff. Survivors include Stephen, Judy and Lindsey Okes of Windermere, FL; and Brenda DeHart of Princeton. In following her wishes there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Mercer County Animal Shelter, 954 Shelter Rd., Princeton, WV 24739. Arrangements by Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.bailey-kirk.com.
BLUEFIELD – Martha Ann Austin, 84, of Bluefield, died Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Born August 13, 1935 in Princeton, she was the daughter of the late Robert F. Austin and Florence Farley Austin. Miss Austin was a graduate of Princeton... View Obituary & Service Information