Frederick Louis Augst
February 14, 1958 ~ April 10, 2013
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Frederick (Rick) Louis Augst, III, 55, was called home to his Lord Jesus Christ, Wednesday, April 10, 2013 surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born February 14, 1958 to Fred L. Augst, Jr. and Burcha Goff Augst. He was preceded in death by his father, paternal grandparents Fred and Pattye Augst, maternal grandparents, Willie and Annie Goff.
Rick proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1978 until 1986. After he was honorably discharged he worked various jobs throughout the country. He returned to Rocky Mount in 1994. He was an avid NC State fan and loved to attend Wolfpack games. He served his Lord and Savior throughout his life and often helped those in need. Rick's life leaves a lasting legacy through the many lives he touched.
He is survived by his mother, sisters, Pattye A. Ferrell (Brian), Chris Augst, nieces, Sherri and Shannon Ferrell, great nephews Zachary and Shawn Ferrell, great nieces, Katrina and Angelle Harper, very special friend Mary McMillan and many loving cousins.
The family wishes to thank the staff at WakeMed for their wonderful care during his illness.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Endtime Harvest Ministries, 2016 Rosewood Ave., Rocky Mount, NC 27801.
A service will be held Saturday, April 13, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home with Bishop Vincent Lowery and Rev. Steve Edmondson officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12:00 to 1:45 PM and other times at the home of the family.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com
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I remember Rick being so kind hearted. Rick was very likeable..we rode the school bus together, 5 days a week and twice a day. just a down home person who was kind to everyone. Julie Phillips Fowler
Pastor Augst sorry to hear of the passing of your son know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Aaron&Beverly Webb and Nettie Taylor, we Love you.
He never promised that the cross would not be heavy & the hill would not be hard to climb! He never offered our victory without fighting, but He said help would always come in time! Just remember when you’re standing in the valley of decision….and the advisary says give in……just HOLD ON…..our Lord will show up….and He Will take you through the fire again!!
He Ain’t Heavy….He’s My Brother! He did travel down a long, long road….with many a winding turn….that led him to Wake Med & eventually his last turn into those Pearly Gates! It’s hard to let go of such a kind-hearted person! Somehow….Rick knew his end had come. I never thought of him leaving us so soon! I thought it would be the 3 siblings to grow old together!! But, the circle is now broken! We serve an awesome God & He will guide us through this difficult time! Words can’t express the gratitude we feel towards the medical staff at Wake Medical Center in Raleigh, the unspeakable support from a host of familycousins & my bother’s dearest friends supporting us through this time.The staff of Wheeler & Woodlief helped make this transitional time as pleasant an experience as it could’ve been. Thank you all; my brother would’ve been so proud of his homegoing & wlet me just say thank you on his behalf because if he were here, I know he would’ve spoken it to you! Eventhough Rick is gone, yet he speaketh! God Bless you All…..and brother, we will meet again someday! Pick me out a pretty spot with nice flowers!!! Love, Your Sis, Pattye!! (P.S. – I was on time!!) )
Rick was wonderful man. I am so sorry that he did not have adequate medical care after he lost his job. He always made the Goff Family reunion special. He was very much like his Dad. I will miss him. Martha Lowrance
those are beautiful comments!! i don’t know if you will remember me,but my brother was married to LOU ANN INGRAM!! I ALSO WORKED WITH YOUR HUSBAND BRIAN IN TARBORO!!! I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR BROTHERS PASSING!! MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!! TELL BRIAN I SAID HELLO!! IF YOU OR BRIAN WOULD LIKE TO CONTACT ME, YOU MAY CALL [emailprotected] 2528011836!
I have never met a more caring man in all my life and he will be sadly missed by many! Fred would give the shirt off his back or money to help anybody out in a jam. Thanks brother for helping me when i needed it and teaching me a few things about the power generation industry. May God hold your family tight in this dark time !! From all of us at Roanoke Valley Energy.. Rest In Peace Brother!!! Brook Mitchell
Mrs Augst ,Pattye and Chris I lost a friend and brother with Rick’s passing.As we grew older we were less in touch with each other .The memories of us growing up and going from grade school thur high school will never be forgoten.Rick was a giving and kind hearted preson this was something he showed everyday to family,friends and even strangers.I cannot ride thur the old neighborhood with out thinking’ is Rick shooting basketball at the park’.I will continue to lift the family up in prayers. Even in death he speaketh Rest easy my BROTHER Rickey Murray
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I not only lost a big brother last week but I lost a friend and provider. If not for him I may never have finished NCSU after our daddy died back in 1985. THANK YOU BRO! The Lord got the best Wolfpacker in the world last Wednesday. Thank you to all that kept our family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. What a wonderful going home service. Even in death, he speaketh. GO PACK! Love ya,
just barely!!!! but buzzer beaters still get credit lol 😉
it is such a large fire but it will dwindle to an embur eventually
this is the BEST MAN in the entire world. if he had it to give you got it, he loved my sister my children and my nieces and I like NO OTHER besides our parents. He truely was the best uncle anyone could ever ask for I love him now as i loved him then and will love him for the rest of my life rest in peace as i know you are I LOVE YOU UNCLE RICK!!!!! ALWAYS AND FOREVER ONE DAY I WILL SEE YOUR SMILING FACE AGAIN!!!!! this is so heavy on my heart……
Bro, If only you could return to us….I have so many questions to ask…so much more time I would have spent with you!! It’s been a sad, lonely week in this world without you! We’ll just have to go through each day thinking you’re either working your crazy shift hours…..or sleeping because you’re so tired!! May you rest in peace; may you never tire out again! This is so hard to believe…..maybe one day, it will all sink in! I can’t find enough words to express my gratitude for all the acts of kindness shown towards us during the past 2 weeks! I just shake my head in awe of the many people that were so unselfish of their time!! I truley hope I can glean something from this sad loss. I have truely seen just how quick one’s life can take a spiral turn! We need to live everyday as if it could be our last! Never pass up opportunities to be with the one’s you love….for you’re not promised tomorrow! For to live is Christ; to die is gain! Even in death, He speaketh!! Still loving you………..
At this time of sorrow, may these truths sustain you… Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort will always be as close as a prayer. I adored you Rick, and I thank you for so many laughs. Your generous spirit will always be remembered. Sheila
One way that God provides comfort is through his word the Bible. (Rom. 154) Why not keep a list of scriptures that are comforting to you Grieving is not an overnight process. But the Bible can provide comfort, for it assures us that in the new world that God promises to bring about. You too many find that meditating on such promises will help you to cope with the loss of your loved one. Some have been comforted As we face the pain of losing someone we love. The Bible gives us comfort in our time of grief. One day the last enemy death will be brought to nothing. (1 Cor. 1526) Jesus gave his human life for us by letting his blood be shed as a sacrifice. Then He ascended to heaven & once for all time our offered the value of his shed blood to God. (Heb. 911,12) That laid the basis for the forgiveness of, all mankind.