A Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Daniel Francis Brister will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at St. Peters Catholic Church, Elmer, with Father Edwin Rodriguez officiating. Interment will follow in St. Peters Cemetery, Elmer, under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Oakdale.
Mr. Brister, 79, of Elmer, peacefully passed away on December 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, craftsmanship, and unwavering dedication to his community.
Born in Alexandria, Louisiana, Daniel graduated from Bolton High School before proudly serving his country in the U.S. Army. He built a distinguished career as a welder and head of maintenance at Flynn Manufacturing while also establishing himself as a skilled carpenter. His commitment to community service shone through his remarkable 40-year tenure with the Oak Hill Volunteer Fire Department, where he answered countless calls to help his neighbors.
A devoted parishioner of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Elmer, Daniel found joy in life’s simple pleasures-tending his seasonal gardens, deer hunting, and tackling any repair challenge that came his way. His reputation for lending a helping hand to anyone in need exemplified his generous spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Lydia Marien Brister; and two brothers, Ralph Brister and Charles Brister.
Those left to mourn his loss and cherish his memory include his beloved wife of fifty-eight years, Sandra Kay White Brister; his children, Dicky Brister (Jawanda), Donnie Brister (Crystal), and Dana Mendez (Jose); three sisters, Jo Ann Nugent, Margaret Ann Funderburk, and Faye Lewis; his grandchildren, Brandon Glorioso, Brice Glorioso, Blake Glorioso, Robert Brister, Reece Brister, and Bella Mendez; and five great-grandsons.
A time of visitation will be held at St. Peters Catholic Church, Elmer, on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. until time of service.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are: Robert Brister, Reece Brister, Brandon Glorioso, Brice Glorioso, Blake Glorioso, and Eric Hilton. Honorary pallbearers will be Dicky Brister, Donnie Brister, and Jose Mendez.