Gimme An R C Cola and a Moon Pie - Big Bill Lister

Big Bill Lister, who toured with Hank Williams and was billed as “Radio’s Tallest Singing Cowboy”. He was born Weldon E. Lister in 1923, and earned his radio nickname because he stood 6-foot-7 without his cowboy boots and hat. Texan Big Bill Lister is best known for his early 1950s stint as Hank Williams' opening act and rhythm guitarist. Born: January 5, 1923, Karnes County, TX Died: December 1, 2009, San Antonio, TX