Bernard Brown
September 16, 1940 - May 24, 2026
Bernard Benjamin Brown, 85, of Ponca City, passed away on May 24, 2026. Bernard was a devoted family man whose presence, kindness, and unwavering support touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
He attended school in Newkirk and continued his education through Northern Oklahoma College in Tonkawa. Bernard graduated from Central State College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology. He was employed for many years before retiring from Conoco. Bernard also proudly served eight years in the Army Reserves.
Bernard was the fourth of six children, with three brothers and two sisters. He was a devoted son to his parents, Edwin and Ellen Brown, and he dearly loved his many nieces and nephews. He was more than an uncle - he was like a father figure to his five nieces, always showing support, modeling his faith, and leading with integrity. He also enjoyed visiting Wichita, where he was able to spend frequent time with family. Family meant everything to him, and he never missed a family gathering, celebration, or sporting event.
One of Bernard’s greatest joys was spending time at the family farm in Peckham. He took great pride in his gardening and found peace and happiness there, surrounded by family, laughter, and the simple beauty of Oklahoma life. Bernard was also an avid golfer who loved outdoor sports. Over the years, he participated in and traveled to many golf tournaments and cherished the many friendships he made through the game.
His legacy of love, loyalty, and generosity will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Bernard was a devout Catholic and served as a Godfather to many of his nieces and nephews, as well as great-nieces and great-nephews. He also served many years as an usher and was actively involved in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ponca City.
He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched.
Bernard was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Ellen Brown; three brothers and one sister, Virginia Stuever, Lyman Brown, Norman Brown and his infant son Del Anthony Brown, and Bill Brown; his niece, Michele Bodenstein; and numerous extended family members.
He is survived by his sister, Monica McChristian, as well as many loving nieces and nephews; including Greg Stuever, Mark Stuever, Stan Stuever, Cindy McGuire, Julie Whipple, Chris Stuever, Curt Stuever, Mike Stuever, Debbie Gendel, Cheryl Farmer, Susan Brown, Jim Brown, Darrel Brown, Yvette May, Clint Brown, Kim McChristian, Natalie Lively, Courtney Leven, Abigail Bastion and many great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
Viewing will be held at Trout Funeral Home on Thursday, May 28th for 12:00- 6:00 pm. Rosary service will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 28th at Trout Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Friday, May 29th at 10 a.m. Bernard will be laid to rest at Newkirk Cemetery following the service.
Casket bearers include Jake Leven, Mark Stuever, Chris Stuever, Curt Stuever, Corey McChristian, and Darrel Brown. Honarary casket bearers include Greg Stuever, Stan Stuever, Mike Stuever, Triston McChristian, Collier Lively, Jim Brown, Clint Brown, Dwayne Bastion, Keith Jagord, and Kobie Bodenstein.
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