Austin Wade Groah, 23 years old, passed away on Monday, August 30, 2021, along with his twin brother, Blake Edward Groah.  The boys were born on October  3, 1997 and were both residents  of Waynesboro.  Both were graduates of Alleghany High School and were avid sports fans.

Austin enjoyed watching the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Eagles.  He was also a fan of NASCAR, especially Dale Earnhardt, Jr. He had a passion for cars and motorcycles.  His favorite activity was always spending time with his brothers and family and just hanging out with their many friends.

Austin was preceded in death by his grandparents, Randolph and Shirley Groah; uncle, Carl "Buck" Stinnett; uncle, Richard "Bubba" Stinnett; and uncle, Jack Stinnett.

Austin is survived by his parents, Steve and April (Groah) Howell; his beloved younger brother, Brendan Howell; uncle, Chad "Chuck" Groah; uncle, Jeff Groah and his wife, Becky, and their children, Ashlynn and Ryan, whom he adored; son, Graham Groah and his mother Hailey Clements; aunt, Frances Terrell; special cousin, Dezi Bricker; loving neighbors, Roy and Connie Vest; numerous extended family and friends; and his faithful dog, Gunner.

Austin and Blake came into this world together and sadly, they left it together, way too soon.  More than brothers., more than twins…best friends.

A funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at McDow Funeral Home.  Pastor Daryl Via will be officiating.  Interment will immediately follow in Augusta Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at McDow Funeral Home.