Mercedyz D. "Sadie" Austin's Obituary
Mercedyz Dawn (Binns) Austin, known to most as Sadie, was born on July 12, 1991, to Kelly O'Kelley and David Binns. She was a caring and generous soul who touched the lives of many. Sadie married Eric Austin and became a devoted mother to their son, Jaden Lee Austin. Her family circle also included her father and brother, both of whom she deeply cherished. Throughout her life, Sadie faced and overcame numerous obstacles, including struggles with addiction, which she bravely confronted. Her perseverance and strength in recovery not only transformed her life but also allowed her to form deep and meaningful connections within the recovery community.
True to her compassionate nature, Sadie made the selfless decision to become an organ donor, leaving behind a lasting legacy of generosity by providing others with the gift of life.
Sadie is survived by her mother, Shawn Bertram; her son, Jaden Lee Austin; her brothers, James (Morgan) Cloud, Dakota Ezzell, and David Binns Jr.; her sisters, Nicole Ezzell and Shawnee Binns; her grandmothers, Veronica Burrows and Sheila Parketon; her uncle, William Binns; and her aunts, Karla (Dan) Kies and Christiene Beckley; and her significant other, Donald Stolberg. She is also survived by many cousins, including Sara (Joe Davies) Tibbe and family, Scott (Cherie) Tibbe, Darcie (Mike) Witte, Mary Kies & family, DaNelle (Johnny) Golden, Christy (David) LeClear, Jenna Binns and family, Cody (Claire) Binns, Nico Cory and family, Nate Smith and family, Melissa (Todd) Wentworth and family; and Jaden’s guardians, Donna and George Nichols.
Sadie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Eric Austin; her father, David Binns Sr.; her grandparents, Bill and Shirley Binns, and Jack Parketon; her uncle, Joe Binns; her aunt, Jan Binns; and her cousins, Kelly (Kies) Smith, Braiden Smith, and Dawn Binns.
Sadie’s life was a testament to the power of love, resilience, and generosity, and she will forever be remembered for the impact she had on those around her.
A Celebration of Sadie’s Life will be held from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Living Life Church, 2808 S. Mill Iron Rd., Muskegon, MI 49442.
To make a donation, please consider the Jaden Lee Austin Savings Account through Port City Federal Credit Union. Share memories with the family at their online Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com
Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 737 Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442 (231) 726-5210
What’s your fondest memory of Mercedyz?
What’s a lesson you learned from Mercedyz?
Share a story where Mercedyz's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Mercedyz you’ll never forget.
How did Mercedyz make you smile?