After a life of love and quiet grace, Gerald D. Austin of Morehead City, NC has passed.
Below, the simplest tribute: the truth of a life as it was lived.
Gerald spent his working life as ['the industry'] and held deeply to the Baptist faith — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew him best.
Those who live by belief leave a different kind of mark.
Gerald Daryl “Jerry” Austin, born January 12, 1946, peacefully passed away on May 2, 2026. A lifelong resident of Beaufort, Jerry was deeply connected to his community and the coastal life he loved.Jerry will be remembered for his steady presence, kind heart, and the meaningful relationships he built throughout his life. He took great pride in his roots and in the simple joys of being surrounded by family and the place he always called home.He began his career at an early age with a deep love for the seafood business, which guided his lifelong profession in the industry. Jerry worked as a seafood broker throughout his life and remained active in his work until his final days. He was employed with Nixon Fisheries in Edenton, where the Nixon's became family to him, a bond that extended beyond business.He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald Russell Austin and Madeline Gould Austin, and his brother, Robert Leroyal Austin.Jerry is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 60 years, Victoria Gorges Austin; his daughter, Alicia Austin Nelson and partner, Frank Hobson Eastman; his granddaughter, Kathryn Austin Nelson, and his great-grandson, Hudson; his son, Gerald Daryl Austin, Jr., wife, Ann Ashley Austin; and his grandson, Trey Penn Austin. He is also survived by a large and loving extended family, including sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.Jerry will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026, at Carteret Memorial Gardens in Beaufort, North Carolina. Family and friends are welcome to attend.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to First Baptist Church of Beaufort.Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noebrooks.netArrangements by Noe-Brooks Funeral Home & Crematory of Morehead City, NC.
