Michael Anthony Auston

It is with deep sorrow and with the deepest love that we mourn the sudden passing of Michael Anthony Auston on Monday, October 9th, 2023. Michael is survived by his wife Megan and their children Gracian Anthony Auston and soon to be born baby boy, as well as Julia his previous wife their children Alex Elizabeth Cardoza, David Anthony Netters, Tristian Michael Auston, Gabriel Evan Auston, as well as his daughter Jada Phipps and his son Corbin Littlefield. He is also survived by his parents James Michael and Genevieve Auston and his four younger siblings Michelle Marquez (Rich Marquez) Olivia Auston, Nicholle Haycock (Josh Haycock) and his brother James Wyldon Auston.

Michael was born on April 3, 1972, in San Deigo, California. He later moved to St. George, Utah where he graduated from Dixie High School. Michael enjoyed singing in the choir and took second in state in wrestling. A few different things he was passionate about were singing, writing music and poetry, he absolutely loved mixed martial arts and teaching it to his children. He loved his family and friends fiercely and you could always find him helping people both professionally and personally. His most recent accomplishment was in making a successful career in sales at PlusOne Company, helping people repair their credit to reach their financial goals. His bosses and coworkers became a second family to him. One of his most recent aspirations was to be able to go into the Temple with his wife and children, he was so excited when he was able to take the coffee maker out of the house. Michael always presented an unwavering support and unconditional love to all that crossed his path. Many will cherish their fond memories of him as he touched the lives of a multitude of family and friends throughout his life.

Alex shares “my dad is a beautiful example that every morning is an opportunity to choose happiness. He lived this daily and eagerly expressed to me the power I had to become the best version of myself. He knew this with such confidence because he had the humility and strength to work through the difficult times and make the decision every morning to be the best father, husband and human he could be and his efforts were not in vain. I have never been so proud of someone as I am in him; because although the journey was not easy, he persisted. I am blessed to have glimpses of my dad every time I look at my brother. I will forever admire and love you for everything that you are.”

David shares “It didn’t matter if we were states away, or on the same couch; boxing match, UFC or live thumb wrestling or sharing an illegal live stream on my phone when that bell rang to start so did my phone if we were miles apart. The way we could turn one main event into what felt like Christmas, and we were lucky enough to have Christmas every month. I know you’ll still be right there with me during the next one, I love you Dad.

Tristian shares “I’ve been saying words and can’t describe the way I’m feeling, but I guess now’s the chance to try Dad. I don’t know if you ever knew this but I’ve never been able to go a single day without thinking about you, whether it be from your mannerisms I’ve seen forming within myself the way I enjoy food, the music I listen too, the shows I watch, the morals I have, I guess what I’m trying to say is, I know you’re gone but I know I’ll always have a part of you until my last step on this earth. I love you so much Padre, I know Achilles is happy to see his best friend again, but I’ll forever miss mine, to the moon and back daddy, we will see each other again someday.”

Gabriel shares “He was great, in the end of his life he finally got to be the man we all knew he could become. It took him ages to get to where he wanted to be, but that just made it more meaningful when he arrived. I hope he gets the peace he deserves; he was addicted to Fox, he was talkative and the most loving man I’ve ever met. He used to get on my nerves with his constant talking and how he’d never admit when he was wrong when we would debate. I’d give anything now to have a stupid debate with him that goes in circles. I love you Dad, thank you.”

Jada shares “Dad I’ve been wishing everyday that you’d call me and use your famous goofy voice that although I acted like bugged me, I wish I could hear it once more. I see mannerisms in myself that I can only thank you for. Thank you for always being there for me even if it was from a distance at times, I always knew that no matter when or what was happening you would be there. I love you Dad.”

Julia loved his smile and charisma.

Megan wanted to share how thankful she was with the time she was blessed to be with Michael. He brought her back to life, he fought for her life when she couldn’t and fought for their son Gracie when she wasn’t able to. He was an amazing husband, a profound father and a beautiful soul.

A viewing will be held on Friday, October 13th from 6-8pm at Affordable Funerals & Cremations (157 East Riverside Drive Unit 3A, Saint George, Utah 84790.) On Saturday, October 14th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Highland Hills Ward in the Hidden Valley Stake (130 East Hidden Valley Drive, Saint George, Utah 84790) there will be another viewing from 10am until 12pm, the service will begin at 12 and continue until 1pm. Michael will be buried at the Tonaquint Cemetery (1777 South Dixie Drive, Saint George Utah 84770).

Flowers may be sent to the funeral home as follows: 157 E Riverside Dr STE 3A, St. George, UT 84790

Donations may be submitted via Go Fund Me with the link as follows: https://gofund.me/a64062af