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SARAH BETH FRANCIS, 49 of Sidney, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at 6:45 PM at her home. She was born on February 8, 1977, in Sidney, Ohio, the daughter of Diana (Watercutter) Francis of Sidney and the late James Adrian Francis.
In addition to her mother, Sarah is survived by six siblings: John (Kim) Francis of Sidney, Jeff (Jenni) Francis of Cincinnati, Jason (Melanie) Francis of Sidney, Greg (Jenni) Francis of Minster, Angie (Tim) Kennedy of Sidney, and Julia (Matt) Fuerst of Minster, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Sarah was a graduate of Lehman Catholic High School class of 1995. She was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church. She loved her K-9 companions, Bella, Rose, and Moose, and she enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. Sarah loved her nieces and nephews like they were her own. Her family and friends were her world.
A Memorial Service for Sarah will be held Monday, March 30, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Cromes-Edwards Funeral Home with Deacon Phil Myers officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday from 4:00 PM until the time of service. Sarah’s final resting place will be at Shelby Memory Gardens in Sidney.
Memorials may be made to Lehman Catholic High School. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.cromesfh.com