Edward "Mike" Austin, 91, of Troy, PA peacefully passed away at home while surrounded by loved ones on February 19, 2017.

Born May 30, 1925 in Ogdensburg, PA, Edward Austin, "Ed or Mike" to family and friends was one of six children of Clarence and Emma (Watkins) Austin.He was a W.W.II veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy as a Gunners Mate and was a member of Troy's American Legion Post 49. Ed married the former Dorothy Greenough on April 5, 1947 at the Troy Baptist Church Parsonage.They were married for 69 years.The beloved patriarch of the family, his grandchildren and great grandchildren were great joys in his life.Mike was a logger all his life and worked for Cummings Lumber Co. in Troy until retiring.From a child on he had a great love and appreciation for horses, especially work horses.He owned and cared for horses into his 80's. Ed was a member of the New York State Horse Pullers Association.

In addition to his wife, Dorothy, surviving are his children; Larue (Carlene) Austin of Big Pond, Wesley Austin of Troy, Ronald (Bonnie) Austin of Col. X Rds., Mickey (Barbara) Austin of Troy, Cinda Baumunk of Troy, Nadine (Tom) Furman of Big Pond, Julie (Jeff) Strope of Col. X Rds., 19 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren, a sister, Edna Landon of Canton and twosisters-in-law; Phillis Austin of Canton and Shirley Kinsman of Troy, many nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends.

He was predeceased by a son, Larry in 1965 a grandson, Grant Furman in 2010, a sister and three brothers; Virginia Roupp, David, Elwin and Leon "Bud" Austin

A memorial service and life celebration will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 1, at Troy First Baptist Church.Pastor Garry Zuber will officiate.Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery with military honors accorded.Those who wish may consider a donation in Ed's name to Bradford County Veteran's Memorial Park Assoc., P.O. Box 206 Towanda, PA 18848.

Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr. in Canton is assisting the family with arrangements.Share memories and condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com