Katherine Austin

Age 71, of Barberton, passed away Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 in the Summa Health Barberton Hospital. She was born Dec. 20, 1951 in Toronto, OH to Marvin and Arretta (Morrow) Bell.  She was an administrative assistant for Babcock and Wilcox.  She graduated from Kenmore High School and received an associate's degree from Start State.

She is survived by her ex-husband, Bruce Austin of Barberton, a sister, Carol Clapper of FL and a brother, William Bell of FL. She is preceded in death by 2 sisters, Mary Firm and Elizabeth Teeters.

A private family burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery in Minerva.  Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.