Russell D. Austin was born on September 26th, 1964 in California to Jackie L. Moody and Bruce Edward Austin. Russell was a true gear head! With his passion for motors, he was a professional drag racer, and the best mechanic around with a twisted sense of humor. Russell passed away peacefully on March 3rd, 2025 with his loved ones by his side.

He is proceeded in death by his dog Otto, his father Bruce Edward Austin, his Uncle Roy, Grandpa Earl and Grandmother Mattie Austin.

He is Survived by his mother Jackie Lynn Moody of California, his dog Junk, 3 daughters Jessica Renee & Alysis Marie Austin, of Lindsborg and Renee Marie Austin, of Salina, and his son Lynn Edward Austin, of Salina. 5 grandkids Isabelle (15), Adele (13), & Josie Wyatt (10), Brayden Russell Austin, 14, & Nicholas Hazaiah Ryder Austin (N.H.R.A), (3), of Lindsborg.

A public service will be held at Swenson Park in Lindsborg, KS on March 22nd, at 1pm. There will be a cruise for Russell's final ride following the service down main street in his honor.  Anyone with a hot rod is encouraged to join this final ride in memory of Russ.