Sarah F. Brian

Sarah F. Brian obituary, Tavares, FL

Sarah F. Brian

Sarah Brian Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Steverson, Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations on Nov. 4, 2025.

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Sarah F. Brian, 86, of Tavares, FL, passed away on November 1, 2025. She was born on March 31, 1939, in Vincennes, IN, to her parents: Dr. Edward and Helen (Lucas) Fahnestock. Sarah worked as a teacher in education before becoming co-owner of Brian Lumber Company.
She is survived by her husband: James "Fritz" Brian.
No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Steverson, Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Home in Tavares, FL. Online condolences can be left at https://www.steversonhamlinhilbish.com
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