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1977

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2008

Sarah Brister Obituary

Sarah Brister, 30, found peace Monday, March 10, 2008, in Austin.
Service: A memorial celebration will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Highland Meadows Christian Church, Colleyville.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, her family requests that donations be made online to www.CityPetRescue.com, in Sarah's name.
Sarah was born Nov. 25, 1977, in Brownwood. She had a passion for learning, and loved the mixed sounds of music, friends' laughter and barking dogs. Sarah will be sorely missed, but forever alive in the hearts of those touched by her light.
She was predeceased by her birth father, Smokey Brister, in 1985.
Survivors: Her mother and father, Merris and Mike Doud; sister, Heather Brister; and a large, eclectic assortment of animal and human friends.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Star-Telegram on Mar. 14, 2008.

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Blaine Shoquist

July 21, 2008

my dear sara cat i will always love you, you could always put a smile on my face I will miss you so much . You are always in my heart. We had so much fun in theater I love you my sara cat and always will. Be good my sweet sara cat . Love Blaine

Jeremy Butts

July 21, 2008

Hey - I just found out about what happened.. I can't believe that you're gone. You were one of the happiest, caring, and gorgeous people I've ever known.. but, you know this already. Thinking of you. My thoughts and prayers are with your friends and family.

Rana Rashid

April 18, 2008

Miss you terribly. You will always hold a special place in my heart. May you be in peace, dear friend.

David Wise

March 17, 2008

Merris - I am so, so sorry. My thoughts are with you.

Boris Portman

March 16, 2008

Sarah's smile and humor put a bright light in my heart forever. She had a pure soul that meant well to every living thing around her. I miss her and have the deepest respect and sympathy for all her close friends and family.

Cally and Rob Brewer

March 16, 2008

Rob and I had a great time hanging out with you many years ago. We were both saddened to here about your passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. R.I.P. Sarah.

Chris Ferrell

March 15, 2008

Sarah Brister...beautiful, endearing, impactive; the brilliance of her spirit, eternal.

Derek & Brandi Hitt

March 14, 2008

God bless you, Sarah. You will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Brandi Large

March 14, 2008

I'm saddened by the fact that you are no longer here on Earth. You had so much love and passion in you, that you shared with everyone around you. You could make anyone laugh, and feel loved at any give time. I miss terribly. My heart is broken for you, your family, and your many friends. I hope that you have found the peace and serenity that you desired. I love you Sarah Brister.

Tiffany Jentsch

March 14, 2008

One of my closest friends, one of the loves of my life, one of my largest memories, and one of the largest influences of who I am today. I can't believe you're gone. You will always be a part of me.....

Sean Lee

March 14, 2008

Though I had only been able to spend a short time around you, the impression you made lasted in a wonderful way.Your sense of humor and warmth is something I will not forget. I saw how much you meant to our mutual friend and to all the others in your life lucky too know you. You will be in the hearts and memories of all who love you forever and I pray you found your peace.My thoughts are with your family and friends.

Carissa Lyons

March 14, 2008

My bestfriend in the world. We went through it all together. I just wish you were here with me now. I hope you are in some little way. I pray you found peace. I love you.

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