Obituary of Kelbia A. Brister

Kelbia Allen "Buddy" Brister, 59, of DeRidder, Louisiana passed from this life on February 28, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family. "Buddy" was a hardworking man who enjoyed hunting, fishing and especially mudding. "Buddy" was the son of the late Morris and Bobbie Brown Brister. "Buddy" was preceded in death by his loving Wife, Geraldine, one Son, Lance Allen, and one Sister. "Buddy" is survived by two Daughters, Barbara West and husband Jim, of Leesville, Louisiana, Mandy Brister and David Sizemore, of DeRidder, Louisiana. "Buddy" is also survived by five loving Grandchildren, Gage Lambert, Chenoa West, Cole West, Bryer Brister, and Stacy Brister. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 3, 2016 from 5-7 PM at Hixson Funeral Home DeRidder, Louisiana. Arrangements entrusted to Hixson Funeral Home – DeRidder Chapel. Condolences for the family may be placed online at www.HixsonFuneral.com