Sara Jean Briscoe

Sara Jean Briscoe 77, passed away peacefully February 28, 2019, at her home in Wichita, Kansas. She was a mother, step-mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and was dearly loved by all whose lives she touched. Sara was both an avid quilter and a retired Licensed Practical Nurse who found her calling in her compassionate care of her patients. She had recently relocated from her longtime residence in Meriden, Kansas, following the death of her beloved husband, John, of 33 years. A private family service will be held at Downing & Lahey Mortuary West in Wichita. Sara was preceded in death by her infant son, Mark D. Bisby; parents Dr. Fred S. Dozier and Annie Edith (Benson) Dozier of Herington, and husband John W. Briscoe of Meriden. She is survived by brothers, Paul Dozier of Appleton, WI and Tom Dozier of Olathe; children, Curt Bisby of Anacortes, WA, Stephanie Hayen of Wichita, Jim Bisby of Chandler, AZ, Julie Bisby of Mesa, AZ; step-daughters, Lana Briscoe-Lucas of Kuna, ID, Janiece Briscoe Fowler of Mesa, AZ; sister-in-law, Linda Matthews of Atlanta, TX; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Interim HealthCare and Hospice, 9920 E. Harry, Wichita KS 67207 and Bethel Baptist Church, 4011 N. Kansas, Topeka KS 66617.