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Austie, Antonius "Tony"

July 26, 2025

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It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear sweet husband, Dad, Opa, and great-Opa, ANTONIUS “TONY” AUSTIE, of Picture Butte, AB, surrounded by family at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the age of 93 years following a brief illness with lung cancer. He was the beloved husband of Maria “Mia” Austie.

Besides his loving wife, Mia, Tony is survived by his children: Bernard of Lethbridge; Carolyn of Gainsville, FL; Denise of Calgary; John of Coalhurst and Michelle of Calgary; 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild, as well as numerous nieces and nephews in Holland.

He was predeceased by his parents, 10 brothers and sisters, and his grandson, Scott.

After the initial shock and sadness over the diagnosis, he accepted it with great dignity and grace in keeping with his unshakable positive approach to everything in his life. He had a beautiful brain and a passion for using his creativity, ingenuity and perfectionism to craft wonderful works of art out of found materials. He enjoyed biking, curling, reading and keeping his body and mind strong and sharp. He cherished time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He was a determined farmer who immigrated from Holland as a young man with Mia by his side to build a life in Canada. He taught us the importance of working hard and instilled a strong work ethic in all of us. He gave back to his church and community and will be remembered for his quirky sense of humor.

We will cherish the memories we have of him forever.

We’d like to thank the wonderful Palliative Care staff at St. Michael’s Health Centre for their exceptional care in his final weeks.

A Viewing will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00 P.M., with a Prayer Service celebrating Tony’s life to follow at 7:00 P.M. with Sharon Hagel officiating.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 – 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback celebrating. Both the Prayer Service and the Funeral Mass will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Tony’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

Following the Funeral Mass, a private Family Interment will be held.

Sorry for your loss Mia and condolences to your whole family. May our Lord comfort you in the days ahead.

Alan & Deanna Fraser, August 6, 2025

Dear Mia and family, My heartfelt condolences on your loss.

Angie Hathaway ( Bergen -Henegouwen, August 6, 2025

Sending our heartfelt condolences to the family. He was a lovely man and will surely be missed. Wishing you strength and comfort during this difficult time.

Marleen & Harry, August 6, 2025

Dear Tony thank you for always always welcoming us like we were one of your own. We will miss this warm hugs and big smiles after church. Can’t remember a time seeing Mia without Tony. Always best friends and togther. Sending our deepest condolences to Mia and the rest of the family. Much love 💛. Marlene and Don Gray

Marlene (Bergen-Henengouwen)And Don Gray, August 6, 2025

Dear Mia, cousins, and family, It’s so sad that Tony is no longer with us. He reached the beautiful age of 93, and lived such a rich and loving life. I remember his warm presence with a smile, the mischievous sparkle in his eyes and his wonderful sense of humor. He always asked me if I was still ‘playin’ football’ (voetbal’n), that will always stay with me. I admired his gentleness and zest for life, no matter his age. Tony was truly a special person, a warm soul who brought light wherever he went. I’m sending you all much strength, love, and comfort during this time of farewell. May the beautiful memories of Tony warm your hearts and bring peace. With a warm hug, Hanne, Fontessa, Neve & Jovi

Hanne Wegdam, August 5, 2025

Mia and Family. With Deepest Sympathy on Tony passing.

John Reive, August 5, 2025

So sorry to hear of Toni's passing . Our deepest condolences to Mia and the entire family.

John and Sandy Koenen, August 5, 2025

Dear Family, sweet tante Mia, what sad news that oom Tony is not longer with us. I got to know him as a very sweet, interested man. I will remember the memories i have about him, and wish you all the strength needed in this difficult time. Lots of love Nelleke, Paul and Millie.

Nelleke Wegdam , August 5, 2025

The family Mr Austie left behind is a testament to his kind, hard working values. Always remembered and forever loved

Thomas Carter, August 5, 2025

Long ago, I visited Tony and his wife Mia in Lethbridge. I still remember how proudly he drove us around his land, showing us the vast canola fields and all the land belonging to his farm. At the time of my visit, I was still living in Netherlands and didn’t yet fully appreciate the vast Canadian landscape and hardship that comes with it. Now, as a fellow Dutch man living in Canada, I have come even more to admire even more what Tony and his family have achieved after migrating to Canada. Every time I met Tony at one of the Austie family reunions, he was always cheerful and upbeat. My mother, the youngest of the Austie family, spoke fondly of Tony and their childhood together. As some of my cousins have said, Tony’s passing marks the end of a remarkable Austie generation. I wish Mia, Berny, Carolyn, Denise, John & Michelle strength and peace as they grieve the loss of Tony.

Robert Craft, Montreal, QC, August 4, 2025

Lex and I wish you all the best of memories of Tony. A personal letter we sent to Mia and Tony’s and Mia’s children. Lex Kater and Joke Aarnink. We say goodbye to my mothers Jo Aarnink -Austie youngest brother.

Joke Aarnink, August 4, 2025

Dear tante Mia, Bernie, Carolyn, Denise, John and Michelle, My condolences with the loss of your husband, father and the youngest brother of my father. Love to you all.

Bernadette Austie, August 4, 2025

Due to his emigration to Canada I have met my uncle Tony only at very few occasions, but I remember him as a cheerful uncle who liked to uphold old traditions that he knew from his youth and that slowly were vanishing here. I have the greatest respect what he and his wife built up in a foreign country so successfully. With his passing the last of his generation of the Austie family died. Farewell uncle Tony.

Nico Hettinga, Amsterdam (Netherlands), August 3, 2025

Was sad to hear of Tony's passing, my heartfelt condolences to you Mia and to all the family. Always enjoyed seeing the two of you around the neighborhood. Tony will be missed by all that were fortunate enough to know him

Eva-Gene Schimanski, August 3, 2025

With warm memories. He was the last member of a special family.

Lieneke Austie, August 1, 2025

We are saddened to hear of Tony’s passing but glad to have been able to visit with him and Mia just a few months ago. Our friendship formed when back in the ‘70s I came to help the team of Austie, Tanis, and Bergen Henengouwen with the sugar beet harvest. Many good memories of our visits during that time, especially when tea was brought to the field in the afternoon. Our deepest condolences to Tony’s family. May the love of family and friends give you strength during this difficult time. Jim and Donna

Jim Bergen, August 1, 2025

We are so grateful that we came to know your family. We will cherish the blessing of knowing you. Love, Valle family

Gustavo and Maureen, Isabelle, Aliya,Brigston and Kohen, July 31, 2025

Deepest condolences Mia and entire family. Tony was a wonderful man. I have many fond memories of walking across the field to visit with you all. May all the memories bring you solace at this difficult time.

Barb Nemeth, July 31, 2025

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