Dennis James Auten, Jr.

D.J. Auten, Jr., 28, of Leadwood, passed away June 8, 2016. He was born October 24, 1987 in Farmington, Missouri. D.J. enjoyed friends, family and especially loved playing with his kids.

            He is preceded in death by his mother, Donna Jean (Elders) Auten.

            D.J. is survived by his wife Brooke Brawley; children, Lilly Susan Hafner, Jackson Lennox Auten, Rosalynne Aileen Jean Auten, Broden Micheal Auten, Phoenix Rain Auten, and Zelda Johanna Auten; father, Dennis James Auten, Sr. and step mom Tammy Auten; Brother, Brent Auten; sisters, Missy Auten and Danielle Auten; stepsister, Cheyenne Crump.

            A Celebration of life will be held Monday, June 13, 2016 at 2 PM at the Leadington VFW Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family in care of C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home.