Clinton William Brister, 71, of Kirbyville, formerly of Orange, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2015 at Avalon Place in Kirbyville.
He was born on December 5, 1943 in Orange, Texas to parents Alma Frances (Williamson) and Ivy Brister. He had lived the last 2 years in Kirbyville, prior in the Echo Community in Orange, Texas. Clinton had worked as a painter and sand blaster for many years in the area. He enjoyed going fishing and horseback riding. Clinton was a loving father, brother, uncle and friend who will be missed dearly and who loved spending time with his loving daughter, Kim.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alma and Ivy Brister; wife, Cheryl Brister; brothers, Samuel “SA” Brister, Dempsey Brister, Billy Brister.
Clinton is survived by his daughter, Kim Brister and fiancé, Dustin Allen of Bridge City; brothers Paul Brister and wife, Wanda of Kirbyville, Edgar Brister and wife, Mary of Orange and numerous nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 from 5 pm until 9 pm at Dorman Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2015 at 2 pm at the funeral home, with Rev. Bill Burch officiating. Burial will follow at Ida Wilson Cemetery in Echo Community.
Honoring Clinton as pallbearers will be Paul Brister, Warren Brister, Steve Brister, Tony Brister, Curtis Cook and Sam Brister. Honorary pallbearers will be Dewy Woods and Mike Brister.
I lieu of flowers donations may be made to Dorman Funeral Home to help the family with final expenses. Condolences may be expressed for the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.
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