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Eugene Sides

1941 - 2015

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1941

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2015

Eugene Sides Obituary

1941-2015 Mr. Eugene Sides went to be with the Lord, on Thursday, October 29, 2015. Son of Paul and Loretta Sides. Born and raised in Eddystone, he graduated from St. James High School in 1959. Gene was a former Springfield Twp. police officer and a Captain in the New Castle County police department before becoming the Chief of Police for the University of Maryland, College Park for many years. Mr. Sides also held a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice. He was a member of the Fraternal Chiefs of Police, 4th Degree Knight of Columbus, a Franciscan and proud graduate of the National Academy of FBI. Additionally he was member of the German Friendship Club and the American Legion Club. Gene was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Annegret Sides and their precious daughter, Julie Sides. He was a loving father, grandfather and brother to his family and will be dearly missed. The funeral mass was celebrated Thursday, November 5, 2015 at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Interment was private in Ft. Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, SC. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, 4921 Columbia Road, Grovetown, Georgia 30813.

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Published by The Daily Times from Nov. 12 to Nov. 13, 2015.

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Jay Gruber

October 26, 2020

Thinking of Chief Sides and the wonderful person he was. Thanks for giving me a chance.

Ron &Mary McElligott

November 9, 2015

Pax et Bonum Bro. Geno
Your brother in St. Francis and Jesus Chrisy
Bro. Ron

Danny and Ruth Gregg

November 3, 2015

Our deepest condolence to the family, during this difficult time.

Jeannett Jordan

November 3, 2015

My condolences to the Sides family. May god wrap his arms around you and comfort you. You have been through so much this year. God bless you all.

Brian Lintz

November 2, 2015

Chief Sides gave me the job that started my career. Even after he had to leave police work, he was always happy to see me, called me by name, and asked about my family. He was a kind man who now gets his reward for a life well lived. Rest well, Chief.

Elliott Sons Funeral Home

November 2, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

sarah fazi

November 2, 2015

condolence to the family I am a member ofmount st sepulcher fraternity in wasington dc

Jay Gruber

November 1, 2015

Chief Sides was a very giving and very gracious man. He welcomed and cared for all. He will be remember for this and many other fine attributes.

Kenneth Krouse

November 1, 2015

chief Gene Sides was a professional in the field of managing law enforcement operations in College Park Md. He had many friends at the university and always conducted himself as a professional. Those in Maryland law enforcement appreciated his contributions, good deeds and his friendship. May he rest in peace.

vera farmer

November 1, 2015

My most heartfelt and sincere condolences to the family. May our Lord sustain you in your grief and help you focus on all your great memories of a great guy. With love, Vera Farmer

Bob Mueck

November 1, 2015

Rest in Peace Chief. UMPD thanks you for all your work.

Peaches Anderson

November 1, 2015

Danny, Lisa, Kevin, Michael, Herma, & family, I am so sorry for the passing of Eugene. He will be missed. I will really miss my phone calls with him, and especially him sharing with me, our family history. I think that Eugene was the only one that knew everything about our family. I know he was a great, husband, Dad, Grandfather, brother, & brother-in-law & cousin to all of us. May he rest in peace.

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