Birth date: Jun 4, 1956 Death date: Jan 23, 2025
Billy Isaac Sundaram Augustus June 4, 1956 – January 23, 2025 Billy Augustus, 68, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio, after a long and courageous battle with heart failure. Born on June 4, 1956, in Chen Read Obituary
Sincere sympathy on your loss. Billy was such a God fearing and gentle man with much musical talent. It was so nice to hear all of the loving the tributes from others at his funeral service that honored the person he was. He will be greatly missed, but is now at peace after a life well-lived.
Mindy Caspary
My husband was a gem of a man—my pillar of strength whom I always leaned on. Since February 12, 1992, he became not only my sincere lover, guide, and friend but also a father figure in my life. When our son was born on March 17, 1993, his love, which had been almost entirely mine, was shared with our son, whom he cherished as a priceless gift from God.
We truly treasured the 32 golden years we spent with him. I hope he and God have forgiven all my shortcomings and moments of impatience. He was always patient, always joyful, and an angel sent to me. When he chose me, he must have remembered the verse:
“Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised” (Proverbs 31:30).
I was told that each verse in Proverbs corresponds to a person’s birthdate, and since my birthday is on the 30th, this verse feels meant for me.
He worked tirelessly for us until his very last moment. His love for us was unconditional, and he embodied all the divine qualities—the very essence of the Fruits of the Spirit mentioned in Philippians. My son and I should strive to follow his example and uphold his legacy.
We know he was a man of faith because whatever he asked of God was granted, especially when it came to our well-being. One of his constant and fervent prayer was that our son should become a doctor and he was very happy to know that. The next cherished moment he had was my son’s Wedding and he thanked God for a beautiful and virtuous wife he got. He used to call her by name ‘Tesla’ for ‘Staci’ because she wanted to buy a Tesla first so he presented them a Tesla as their Wedding gift. He was our prayer warrior. I thank and praise God for blessing me with such a wonderful husband and father for my son.
May God hold him in His embrace forever. I have faith that one day, I will see him again—when we are taken up by our Lord Jesus Christ in the air.
Mr. J Arwin Earnest
I take this opportunity to say a few words about my brother-in-law Mr. Billy. Billy was a God fearing and loving person. I found in him Christ-like characteristics like compassion, kind heartedness, humbleness and generosity. As Jesus went about doing good to the poor, sick and the needy, whoever he saw to be helpless and needy Billy helped them financially.
He was highly talented in music and had a sound knowledge of many musical instruments.
We are not fortunate enough to have him with us for a longer time.
Mrs. Padma Joseph.
Billy called me fondly as Padmakka. He always had a smile on his face, he was never harsh or argumentative. Even if he didn’t agree with something, he kept quiet with a smile.
Billy was soft spoken, in accordance with James 1:19, which reads, ‘Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath’.
I always remember him playing the guitar and
piano.
I still feel that he is with us.
Mrs. Vimala Punithakumar
When I think of Billy from the day he was engaged to Angela, innumerable memories come to my mind. Born and brought up in an affluent family, he was the elder son of Dr. Sundaram Backiaraj Augustus (Medical doctor in a mission hospital, St. Luke’s hospital at Nazareth) and Mrs. Surya Augustus, (Principal of the first women’s College of Arts and Science in South India). Having inherited his musical talent from his mother, Billy used to play the piano and guitar very well. My daughter said that it was Billy chithappa who first taught her piano notes.
He was a man of few words, but he loved to participate in family functions. He was an affectionate father and a loving husband.
We read from Isaiah 57:1,2 (NLT - New Living Translation):
“1. Good people pass away; the godly often die before their time. But no one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come.
2. For those who follow godly paths will rest in peace when they die”
We are sure that Billy is resting in peace. He has joined the heavenly orchestra, rejoicing and glorifying the name of God.
Let us emulate the good deeds of Billy and lead a life which will be a witness to our Heavenly Father.
God Bless you all!
Katie lit a candle in memory of Billy Augustus
It was an honor to help care for such a kind & gentle man that was very loved by many. Angela, I am sad to have missed you but you and Billy will forever be in my heart. Billy and you both will always be a part of the J55 family. I truly wish the best for you and your son, thank you for letting me be a part of this journey.
"And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:7
Emily, J55
Emily lit a candle in memory of Billy Augustus
