My sympathy and condolences in the loss of Bill Priest --- a giant in his profession as an educator, the builder of the community college dream --- The Dallas County Community College System ---  into a mountain of achievement of architectural excellence enhanced by fine art, and the prevision of hundreds of thousands with the opportunity of preparation for a better than otherwise life.

He was an admired and respected special friend. We often exchanged trusted confidences over Therapy breakfasts.  I appreciated him as a colleague in public service and was honored by his friendship.  I'll miss him, but will take comfort in a host of great memories.

George R. Schrader 
Former Dallas City Manager

Bill Priest was one of a kind. His honesty sometimes offended people, but there was never a question about where he stood. He had keen insights, vision which made him an extraordinary leader. His tender side was not always apparent but his deep caring for everyone to have the opportunity to have a post-secondary education and to pursue the American dream motivated him to work tirelessly to make community colleges an opportunity available through out the country. He will continue to make a difference even though he is gone from this earth. He will be deeply missed by those who knew him on a more personal level enjoying intellectually stimulating conversations and his wonderful wit. How blessed we were to have him with us for 97 years.   Kathleen K. Whitson

Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home & Hillcrest Mausoleum & Memorial Park

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Bill Jason Priest

September 23, 1917 – December 31, 2014

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