FLORENCE- Brian Felber, a 2007 graduate of Florence High School, joined the United States Marines right after graduating. A Lance Corporal Infantry Rifleman with 1st Battalion, 6th Marines, Bravo Company, he was on his 2nd tour of duty in Afghanistan. On October 31, 2011, during combat operations in Sanquin, he lost both legs when he stepped on an IED (improvised explosive device).
He was honored by Mayor Bobby Irons on April 6, 2013. The Mayor proclaimed Friday, April 6, 2013 as Brian Felber Day.
Brian has passed away and his funeral arrangements have been announced. Visitation will be 11:00 am until 1:00 pm on Saturday, April 5th with the funeral at 1:00 pm at Colbert Memorial Chapel.
You can read about the award given Brian last year HERE.
