Vera Gene Austin 78, of Spokane WA, was called by our Lord on Sept. 26th. Vera is preceded in death by her parents John and Myrtle Deatherage, her sisters Christine, Bunah, Eula and Retha, her brothers Ruby, Norman and John Jr. Vera is survived by her husband John Austin (Spokane), daughters Sherrie (Temecula CA), Brenda and husband David (Deer Park WA) Shannon and husband Pat (Spokane WA), Three step-sons, Alan and wife Tanya (Seattle WA), David (San Francisco CA), John Jr. (Spokane WA), Grandchildren Alicia and husband Giovanni, (San Diego CA), Eliah (San Diego CA), Indigo, Cole (San Francisco CA) and Nika (Seattle WA). Great grandchildren, Vincent and Gianna (San Diego CA). And other numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A celebration of Life will be held at Avalon Care Center in Spokane WA on October 1st 2013 AT 1:00 PM. Located 9827 N. Nevada St. Spokane, WA.