In Memory

EHS Faculty: Kenneth James Austen

Kenneth James Austin, 41, Hunter, Utah died Nov. 12, 1977 at a local hospital.  Born Nov. 21, 1935 in Salt Lake City to Fred and Leela Spencer Austin.  Married Pat James, June 15, 1954.  He was a driver education teacher at East High School for 15 years.  Graduated from the University of Utah with both a Bachelors and Master's degree. Member of the LDS church and very active with his son's little league.  Survivors are his wife, two young sons, Glen and Gary, three brothers and one sister.



 
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05/29/21 05:24 PM #1    

Jyll Bucher (Sweet)

 

Best driving instructor in a city known then and now for its worst driving!  Mr. Austin since has been my co pilot, seen and unseen many times when getting into my car!  He could just look at you and know in your enthusiasm to learn to drive that speed bumps would be created just for you - (as my neighbors all had put in specifically for my brother, sister and I in Oak Hills).  His little sayings about speed and driving escape me now - but hopefully all of you still remember his cautionary quips!!  He's kept me safe all these years!  Was a wonderful and inspiring teacher!

 


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