Ponca City, Oklahoma
Ponca City Monthly

Hyperlocal · Independent · Est. 2020

Brett Austin

December 17, 1976 — October 30, 2026

Brett Austin

Brett Stephen Austin, 49, passed away on October 30th, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on December 17th, 1976, to Lori Pierce and “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, in Wichita, Kansas. He grew up in Newkirk, Oklahoma, where he graduated in 1994. From there, he went on to attend Oklahoma State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in General Business in 1998.

After graduating, he worked as a banker for over 20 years. He served the community as a Loan Officer at RCB for 15 years. He served an additional 7 years as the President of Community National Bank & Trust. Throughout his career, he built lifelong relationships with customers, coworkers and community members.

He married Darcey (Hoar) Austin on July 15th, 2000 and they were married for 25 years.They were blessed with Avery Brett Austin in 2002 and Tyler Jay Austin in 2006.

Above all, he was extremely proud of his two children and valued his family and time spent with those closest to him, including his English bulldog, Aggie, his third and favorite child. He also was an avid sports fan, always cheering on the OSU Cowboys, the Buffalo Bills and the OKC Thunder.

Brett is survived by his children Avery, Tyler, and Aggie Austin, his brothers Ryan Austin and Trevor Austin, his mom Mary Austin and his former wife Darcey Austin. He is also survived by his grandmother Patricia Pierce and his Aunt Marchelle Kerbs(Tim) all of Augusta, Kansas along with numerous cousins and extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mom Lori Clark, his father Steve Austin, his grandparents Kennith Pierce. William Austin and Ruby Watkins.

Brett will be remembered by the life he lived, the relationships he built and the memories he leaves behind. His presence will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

A memorial service honoring Brett’s life will be held on Friday, November 6th at 10:00am at St. Lukes Nazarene Church in Ponca City, OK.