Mr. Wristen was born April, 26 1951, in China Lake, Calif., to James and Ruth Wristen.
He attended Casa Roble High School in Orangevale, Calif., and graduated in 1970. He served four years in the United States Navy as an Aircraft Mechanic on the Navel Air Station in Whidby Island, WA,.
He was married on July 8, 1972, to his wife he has known since she was born. Their mothers were High School friends and their families grew together for many years.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors and caverns, loved camping, crossword puzzles and anything Elvis Presley.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 48 years Joanne; three daughters Terri, Bonnie and Charlotte; plus five grandchildren Seth, Jasmine, Jayden, Severin and Lavender; as well as his brother Ron Wristen and sister Cindy Pace.
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