Sidney Lee Briscoe, 58

Sidney Lee Briscoe, 58, born April 4, 1967, passed away on March 4, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis. He was born on April 4, 1967, to Martha Howell Briscoe and Edward Vic Briscoe.

Sidney was preceded in death by his parents, Martha Howell Briscoe and Edward Vic Briscoe; his brothers, Christopher Briscoe and Edward Briscoe; and his nephew, Hunter.

He is survived by his spouse, Jackie Briscoe of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and his former wife, Dawnette Briscoe of Hot Springs. 

He also leaves behind his four children, Jeremy Sams (Jennifer) of Kalispell; Summer Fanning (Jordan) of Columbia Falls; Amber Fraticelli (Jason) of Adkins, Texas; and Kyla Beard (Calvin) of Ravenden, Arkansas. Sidney was a proud grandfather to 19 grandchildren and a great-grandfather to two great-grandchildren.

Sidney loved God deeply and had a great appreciation for the outdoors. He especially enjoyed hunting and fishing, and many of his happiest moments were spent in nature or surrounded by his family. His faith and his love for his family were the most important parts of his life.

A memorial service will be held at a later date to celebrate his life. Sidney will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.