LeRoy Claude Augustine Obituary (1943 - 2026)

LeRoy Claude Augustine, 82, passed away on February 22, 2026 after complications from advanced heart and kidney disease. Born on July 1, 1943 in Aurora, IL to Russell and Alma Augustine, LeRoy would go on to honorably serve 4 years in the United States Navy aboard the USS Yorktown. LeRoy married Jamie Russell in 1987, and welcomed their son, Nicholas, later the following year. After managing the Irish Rose Tavern in Kirkland for 7 years, he spent 8 years as a Security Officer and Site Supervisor at the Nintendo of America HQ in Redmond. He retired after working 18 years for the Washington State Ferries. In his spare time, LeRoy enjoyed working in the yard and garden, reading the latest Lee Child novel, and relaxing with his two dogs in his recliner. He also enjoyed watching the Mariners and Seahawks, and WA weather permitting, just sitting on the back deck in the sun. LeRoy is survived and remembered by his children; Jennifer, Sarah, Matthew, and Nicholas, and extended family.