Michael Austin services set
Michael Austin, 22, of Mastic, was killed in what festival officials called a tragic accident at the Feast of Mother Cabrini in Brentwood when he was hit in the head by a ride. (Sept. 1, 2012) Credit: Handout
Services for the carnival worker from Mastic who was killed when he was struck by a spinning amusement ride will be Thursday and Friday in Center Moriches.
Michael Austin, 22, died after being struck in the head Saturday by a ride at the Feast of Mother Cabrini festival in Brentwood.
Visiting hours for Austin will be at Wesche Funeral Home, 495 Main St., Center Moriches, Thursday and Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.
A prayer service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, followed by burial in Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Center Moriches.
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