SFC Roger Dean Gist Sr. USA, Retired, the son of Evelyn Kathleen Gist, was born 25 August 1938 in Pacolet, SC. He completed his final mission on 26 July 2022.

After high school, Roger attended classes at Surry County Community College. His distinguished military career in the US Army earned him the rank of Sergeant First Class. He retired with 17 years of service. Later, as a Counselor and Attorney–in Fact, he represented veterans with Disabled American Veterans (DAV) for 23 years. He held memberships with the DAV, American Legion, and Non-Commissioned Officers Association.

Those who remain to cherish his memory and legacy include his children: Roger D. Gist Jr, Regina D. (George) Freyberger, Ronnie D. (Lhaila) Gist, Ramon D. Gist (Sonya Miller), Rochelle D. Gist, Ryan D. (Nani) Gist; 14 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; siblings: Fletcher Gist, Larry Gist, Dorenda (Buttercup) Gist, Catherine Gist, Marion Gist, Ora Mae Gist, John (Popeye) Gist, and Brenda Richardson; a host of nieces and nephews and special friends.

Public viewing for Mr. Gist will be from 12:00 PM until 5:00 PM, Saturday, August 6, 2022 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Sunday, August 7, 2022 Clark S. Brown & Sons Chapel. The family will greet friends from 12 Noon until 1:00 PM. Interment in Arlington National Cemetery.

*Masks are required.

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