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Brian Liddicoat Obituary
Brian Liddicoat
September 27, 1944 - July 25, 2024
LEBANON, TN - Debonair, gregarious, loving, and utterly charming, Brian Liddicoat, 79, departed for a heavenly adventure on July 25 surrounded by his loving family. Those who knew Brian will forever cherish the times they spent in his presence. Brian was born in Butte, MT on September 27, 1944 to Marie Elizabeth (Betty) McNaughton and Albert Earl Liddicoat. In 1985 Brian married the love of his life, Charmaine Henninger.
Brian is survived by wife, Charmaine; daughters: Julie Liddicoat (Brandon Hibbs); Gabrielle Doyle (Alan); Gillian Gabriel (Reg); adored grandchildren: Graeme and Elliott Gabriel and Devon and Katie Doyle; sisters: Lynne Baker (Don); Joan (Dale Scholl); and brother, John Liddicoat. Numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces, and grand nephews are part of Brian's extended family.
The cherished friends he leaves behind are too many to count. He was pre-deceased by his parents and sister, Catharine Liddicoat.
Brian's love of theatre and circus were part of his DNA from early childhood; during his illustrious career he traveled the world managing Dance Companies, Symphonies, Touring Artists, Broadway productions and Circus Spectaculars. Even after retiring to Sarasota, FL, Brian remained active in the Circus community, volunteering his time to various organizations.
A Mass will take place in Lebanon, TN on Saturday, August 17 at 11AM. A celebration of a life well lived will take place for Brian immediately following the Mass, Circus music and all!
Contributions in Brian's memory may be made to Kay Rosaire's Big Cat Habitat, https://bigcathabitat.org/support/donate/ - Big Cat Habitat, 7101 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240; Food Pantry Giving Cabinet of St. Frances Cabrini Church, 300 S Tarver Ave, Lebanon, TN 37087 https://osvhub.com/sfctn/giving/funds/food-pantry; Showpeople's Winter Quarters, www.paypal.com/fundraiser/charity/12305171107 US Route 92, Seffner, Florida 33584, United States
Memories and Condolences
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Sarah K Chapman
September 9, 2024
I met Brian in Sarasota at Sailor Circus where he asked me to paint props for an upcoming production. I thought, "This is a man who knows how to get things done." As a retired aerialist and member of CFA and CHS I came in contact with Brian at the World Circus Summit. It was my pleasure to be a person in his limelight. I appreciate his contribution to the American circus.
Marge Dalzell
August 11, 2024
Lynne, Don and family,
I was stunned to see this announcement. I remember Brian from the times we were kids in Butte, and yes, he loved the circus. Please know you all are in my prayers. May you find comfort in a life well lived.
With love,
Marge Dalzell
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