Virgil "Tez" Artez Austin

Virgil Artez Austin aka “Ted” or “Tez” was Born February 2, 1965 to

Willie M Austin and Barbara J Gowdy-Austin.

Virgil Attended Capital City Church and School in Indianapolis, IN and accepted Jesus Christ lord and savior young.

Virgil Graduated Arlington High School in Indianapolis, IN.

He Worked various jobs throughout life janitorial jobs primary profession.

Virgil loved and took pride in detailing cars to shine like brand new every time. Cooking was another passion, he learned how to cook from his Chicago family. Virgil loved his old school R&B music playing with the volume up extra HIGH! He had an infectious smile that shined bright and would light up the room. He had a special love for his kids and grandsons that they will cherish forever. That bond will never be broken. He was adored by family and childhood friends “to know Ted , was to love him”.

Virgil transitioned to heaven September 4, 2026 Friday at 1:29am. At the age of 61 years old.

Virgil is preceded in death; mother Barbara Austin, big sister Veronica and little sister Kimberly Austin.

Virgil leaves to cherish in his memory his father Willie M Austin (Thelma Austin). His kids in order oldest to youngest; Artez D Austin (Shavaughn), Idrianna R Austin, Deiondre C Austin (Nicole), Egypt A Austin, Essence A Austin (Latrisha). His Auntie Deloris Harris, Uncle Leon Donald Carruthers, of Chicago, IL. His Uncle Elder George Austin (Fannie) of Indianapolis, IN his Aunties Lorraine Humblin of Minneapolis , Carrie Smith (Conroy) Of St. Paul Minnesota.

Host of cousins and friends and niece Probia , nephews Arias and Adison.

Visitation will be held at Crown Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery, Remembrance Hall, 700 W. 38th St., Indianapolis, Indiana 46208, on September 20, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

A Celebration of Life will take place at Crown Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery, Remembrance Hall, 700 W. 38th St., Indianapolis, Indiana 46208, on September 20, 2026, beginning at 12:00 pm.