Birth date: Jan 28, 1994 Death date: Jan 12, 2015
Austin J. Floarke, 20 yrs., of Columbia, IL. He was born in St. Louis, MO, the son of Judy, nee Metter, Sharkey and Roger Floarke. Austin was an avid hunter and sportsman, spending as much time outdoors with his family and friends Read Obituary
Kristen. I cannot say anything to take your sadness away; your feelings of numbness; and possible your doubts in your faith. I wish I knew what to say. I do know that Jesus is counting your tears and is probably sad about your brother. Will you please keep your faith? I am so sorry for your loss, Kristen. God bless you and your family. Sincerely, Penny
Our deepest sympathy, LGF US Embassy The Hague the Netherlands
I work at the same school with Kristen. I am so sorry for the loss of your brother, Austin. You and your family are in my prayers. Sincerely, Penny Brown
oh, judy and entire metter family. so so so so sorry.. i just wish i had words that help, but, i know i dont. The only thing i can tell you, that helps me...is austin is "abscent from the body, present with the Lord" (in the snap of a finger) you have some many peeps that care, and want to help you all. thats such a blessing that this small town of columbia can give. lynn and i will come by in a few weeks, drop off some soup in hopes that will help you in just a small small way. ohh, i just lose my breath when i think of the hurt you all must be going thru. life can be so cruel at times. pain, is something, no one seems to escape. we do learn from it. he is in heaven. where the streets are paved in gold. hold tight to that thought. it helps. he is with god, and, he is holding him tight....xo love all the metters...all have a special place in my heart.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the friends and family of Austin. We had the privilege of knowing and and considered Austin a part of our family during his time in the Netherlands. We will never forget his smiling face, his funny jokes and his scream of Hi! mama Haynes as he came in the door. Austin and our Austin were inseparable during their time together in NL. From hanging out at the house, to traveling to sports events, from being on the worst baseball team to being the best and champion baseball team.... So many good memories of our time with Austin. We are all heartbroken with the loss of Austin. We know he is still smiling down on us from up above, free from life's pain and struggles. We have all lost a dear friend and a light in our lives. Rest in peace Austin. Our hearts are heavy, but we know you are in a better place. We will miss you!
Scott, Tammy & Austin
I still cannot begin to comprehend what has taken place. Austin was one of my best friends growing up in high school and I used to see him almost every single day. From biking to and from school, to playing soccer together, to hanging out on langstraat, to playing video games or to going out at night. He lived right next to me, roughly 30 seconds and he was a great and loyal friend from the get-go. He was a hustler in sports, especially in soccer. Always running after the ball and never quitting. He had a winner’s mentality. He was a winner! It hurts so much that once I moved to university that we were unable to keep in touch to the extent we used to. My hearts and prayers go out to his family. May his heart rest in peace and I cannot wait until we meet again. I love you man and you touched so many lives. We will never forget you. RIP Austin.
All our thoughts are with you.
Even if we don't know each other personal, we just wanted to let you know or deep sorrow for you and your family.
Samantha and Joanna went to school together, so we have met a part of your family.
Love
Family Lindell
Austin was a brother to me. From the first week he came to Holland we were always together. He was in the year below us but that didnt change anything. Everyone loved him from his goofy laugh, to his unique jokes, to his caring and passionate personality that everyone looked up to. We lived less than a minute walk from each other. Everyday i was hanging out with him from riding bikes to school together, to hanging out during school, in sports, rooming together when we traveled, chilling at his or my house. We literally did everything together. He always put everyone first and cared for each and everyone of us with such passion and love. Ever since i met him, i looked up to his personality and his ways of caring for everyone like he did. It hurts so much to know that he is not here with us anymore. Austin helped shaped me into the person i am today. He taught me various things in sports and in life. There is not a day that i dont think about him. I know that he is in a better place now and looking over everyone he cared for. May he rest in peace. It is not goodbye, but farewell until we meet again. I will never forget about you. i will cherish the memories we had together and the things you have taught me in life. I know you will be looking over me. Love you brother.
Our hearts go out to you and your families during this difficult time. Austin was a great young man who will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was an inspiration to many both on and off the baseball field at ASH. Keeping you in our prayers and wishing you peace in the days ahead.
With our deepest sympathy,
Terry, Jeff and Brandon
We are so very sorry for your loss. Austin will be missed by so many, but your love of God and strength of family will help bring you peace in time. Love you, The Merideth Family
