Bryan David Austin

(February 14, 1975 – June 16, 2025)

It is with heavy hearts and roaring engines that we say goodbye to Bryan, who passed away at the age of 50 — far too young for a man who lived life full throttle.

A keen entrepreneur and journeyman in the crane and heavy equipment world. He loved everything mechanical. A true gearhead in every sense. Bryan wasn’t just someone who liked machinery — he understood it, spoke the language, and pushed it to the limits.

Bryan was passionate, in particular, about jet boating. Where there was water to cut through and adrenaline to chase, you’d find him behind the wheel, wind in his hair and balls to the wall— searching for that sweet spot between control and chaos.

Rock 'n' roll was the soundtrack to his life — loud, unapologetic, and full of soul. Whether it was cranked in the garage while he wrenched on his next project or in the background when he was calling to have a "bullshit" with one of the many incredible people he knew.

But beyond the grease, grit, and gasoline, Bryan did have a soft spot— his family. Husband to Robin (his "ginger babe"), and proud and loving father to his son Rocky & daughter Shae. They were his greatest pride and joy — his purpose, and he lived every day to show them how to be bold, laugh often, and love fiercely.

With a cold Corona in hand, Bryan lived louder than most. He didn’t just burn the candle at both ends — he lit it with a blowtorch and called it a good day. If you knew him, you've probably laughed harder, ridden faster, or lived a little wilder because of it.

He leaves behind a trail of stories, the echo of his laughter, and the many lives he touched with his generosity, humor, and heart. He will be missed by many, but in particular, by his friends, his "brothers" (you know who you are), and his family:

His father Dave (Kathy) Berry, mother Caroline (Mark) Tuttle, sister Brandy (Brad, Skye & Sage Sekulich) Berry, sister Amber (James, MacKenzie, Lincoln & Oakley) Rutherford and brother Steve (Ashley, Sam, Falon & Stevie) Austin.

So while the garage may be a little quieter now, and the water a little stiller, his legacy will always carry on. The engines may quiet down for now, but your spirit keeps roaring.

Rest In Peace, Bryan.

Love Always.