Gladys Brister

Former Taylor resident, Gladys Mae Henniger Brister, walked into Heaven on Monday, September 30, 2024 at 9:46am. After a brief in-home- stay with Hospice care, her family rejoiced around her as she met Jesus, face to face.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 3 from 5:00-7:00pm at Providence Funeral Home in Taylor. A Memorial Service with family and friends will be held Saturday, October 5 at 10:30am at Rough Creek Ranch in Bend, Texas.

Gladys was born on July 6, 1936 in San Saba, Texas to Edmond and Elsie Henniger (deceased). She was the oldest of her 4 siblings. She married the love of her life, Emerson Brister, on November 19, 1955 in Houston, Texas, raised 4 children, moved to Kansas and back again where they made their home in Taylor, Beaukiss, and the last 2.5 years at Grand Living in Georgetown, Texas. Their earthly journey together lasted 68 years. Gladys is survived by her handsome husband and has left a legacy of love and laughter to her children - Walter (Thorndale, TX), Gayle (full-time RV'er, no fixed address), Larry (Atlanta, TX), and Thomas (Georgetown, TX), along with 11 grandchildren & 8 great-grandchildren.

I have been blessed for 68 years,
you made me so happy and full of cheers.
Ever since you said you would be my bride,
I knew the good LORD was on our side.
As we journeyed our way together,
our life just seemed to improve and get better.
My darling I am thankful you were mine,
I love you for being so lovely and kind.
Now as you walk with our Savior so true,
remember Sugar Booger, I LOVE YOU!