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Sidney Bartholomew Obituary
His success with Peewee's Playhouse made him an in-demand art director for music videos. He worked with many of the major music video directors in the '80's and '90's and is remembered for bringing his signature style to many memorable videos, in particular George Harrison's "I Got My Mind Set on You." In 1994 he moved to the big screen as production designer for Dumb & Dumber. This was the beginning of a long and productive relationship with Peter and Bobby Farrelly. Sidney provided much of the artistic vision on all the Farrelly Brothers films including Kingpin, There's Something About Mary, and most recently The Heartbreak Kid. Peter Farrelly said, "He was a total weirdo, the best kind of weirdo and the most talented artist I've ever known, but his huge heart will be the thing I'll most remember when I think of Sidney J." In 2002 he wrote and directed the kids soccer film Just For Kicks for MGM. His visual artwork is exhibited in galleries in New York City, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. He was also a great blues harp player, world-class animal lover, and avid sailor. In addition to his achievements in the Art and Entertainment worlds, Sidney J. Bartholomew, Jr. will live on in legend for once driving a car off a cliff, another time running 12 troopers to the North Carolina state line in his buddy Merle's Maserati, jamming with Vassar Clements, and other exploits that will titillate minds and hearts far and wide for years to come. He is preceded in death by his parents and his loyal and beloved airedales Jack, Scout and Bubba. He is survived by his sister, Jackie Beach and brother-in-law Marshall Beach of New Bern, North Carolina, nephew Mark Beach, niece Amy Parrish and her husband Andrew, grand nephews Jackson and Nicholas Beach, and many, many friends. At present the funeral plans are incomplete.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sidney Bartholomew
Sponsored by Catherine Harris.
George Barlos
June 12, 2025
I published a novel/memior in China last year. I happened to pick the name `Jackson Bartholomew´ for the main character and my alter ego. I never met Sidney ... but there seems to be a connection of some sort. Spiritual, Buddhist theology, paranormal?? Best regards to the memory of the man.
Per
April 4, 2025
I met Sid at Something about Mary. I gave him a Norwegian hug and he said `that´s a bear hug´. We bonded after that! House sat and baby sat his dogs and birds. He was truly an inspiration and a great friend!
Bob Powell APP Class of 79
July 31, 2023
Between Sid and Charlie Hunsucker, my years at APP STATE were greatly enhanced. I didn't know he had died so long ago. What a funny and nice guy. Sad.
G. Randolph Barlos
July 8, 2022
I am not one for mystical beliefs, however, I created a character in a novel and named him at random: Jackson Bartholomew. I did not know of Sidney at the time. I have a lot in common with Sidney. Perhaps there is a connection somehow, and to the credit of his memory and life.
Chris Cornelius
July 7, 2022
I was the on-camera scenic on Me, Myself and Irene; and Sid, housed a couple doors down hall from me, always worried about me riding my motorcycle.
My memory of him is very much alive.
George Barlos
September 28, 2021
I named a character in my novel/memoir `Jackson Bartholomew.´ Some other mystical connections...
Nicole
January 8, 2021
I am sad that I’ll never work with him and laugh
dee k
October 13, 2020
he was brilliant
Shelley Sisser
June 14, 2020
Taken too young with a fabulous mind
Sonny johnson
April 22, 2020
Sid always had a way of making me feel better about my/our shared indifference for Latin I & II (Morse) AND ALGEBRA II (Register) at THS. We usually arranged our seating in such a way that we were seated side by side on a rear row (and that's probably a good thing since our hair would have blocked the view of anyone unlucky enough to sit behind us. I worked on music charts and Sid drew the most aberrant cartoons one could envision. I moved to Colorado my junior year and lost touch with him, but he gave me a composition book of his artwork before I left that December. A true comrade in arms, and somehow we both achieved our M.S. degrees and found our way. I will see him again someday soon.
January 17, 2018
I met him once. I was on a business trip from Michigan and sat next to him in the basement of Harvey Mansion. We struck up a conversation at the bar, sometime around 2003. We had a heck of a time that night and it felt like we had been lifelong friends. For Sidney's family and friends, this message left in 2018 tells you much...Yes, you could say he left an impression on me. He popped in to my mind 15 years after meeting him just one time and Google led me here. Sad to hear of his early departure.
George Barlos
July 12, 2017
I have the same birth date as Mr. Bartholomew: August 15th.
I did not know him at all, or know of his work, sorry to say.
I just finished a novel in which the main character is named Jackson Bartholomew. The name came from elements of my own life, Jackson, Mississippi, an extension of my own last name, Biblical reference. I did not do a search on the name until today, and there it was, with my birth date next to it!
Hummmm ....
What's more, my novel has the Jackson Bartholomew character passing, with his spirit being channeled through another character.
I am from the South, have been a teacher of design at the college level, lived in Los Angeles, and have the ambition to have my novel made into a film.
The ideas of reincarnation, rebirth, communication from the beyond, they all fascinate me, and are primary elements of the novel.
Now, after years of work on the novel, I am face to face with Mr. Jackson Bartholomew, the bigger than life one that you all know and that passed nine years ago; Him juxtaposed with my own Jackson Bartholomew that has become so real to me over the last number of years.
I wish I had met Mr. Bartholomew, judging by the thoughts of those that knew him well.
Warmest thoughts to you all!
Please let me know if you have any thoughts about these series of occurrences.
Stev Perry
December 2, 2016
Sidney jack was an inspirational art teacher for me at a formative time of my life at Oak Hill Academy. Sid took me under his wing and gave me support in an environment which was new and difficult for me to adjust to. He looked after me as kind of big brother and stood up for me when I tangled with an angry gym coach. During that year that he taught me art, he had a major effect on my creative development and encouraged me to pursue my artistic dreams.
He was more of a friend than a teacher and vowed to always be willing to help me if I ever needed it in the future. I have many many memories of my time with Sid and will ways remember him fondly and with great admiration and he was one of the very special people I cherish in my life journey.
Andrea Harrison
December 9, 2015
Miss you
Phyllis Veach
November 7, 2015
Sid was my art teacher at Memphis State, back in the day, such a great teacher and a talented artist.
Ezra Gabay
November 3, 2015
Sid miss you buddy! Oxoxo
Janet Gant
July 8, 2009
Watching a rerun of some movie the other night, I decided to go to the computer and see what Sid had done lately, when I thought " uh, oh, I sure hope..." I'm stunned and so very sorry he's gone. I'll always remember him popping up beside me, asking me to sit so he could see my paper for some test in high school. Hard to do when you were so much taller than he was. How we all loved him, felt protective of him. Another piece of my childhood gone. Love ya, Sid.
July 7, 2009
Sid is just one of many friends I've lost in the past few years. I'll always smile when I think of him, but can't do that too much right now. I've lost too much, including myself. Betsy C.
Lori Carhart
June 15, 2009
God bless you, Sidney. I dream of you often. I'm grateful for that.
June 15, 2009
We are getting close to the day when we had to stop saying, "I have this friend Sid...." I still miss him. Always will.
Beverly Rollins Edwards Greensboro, NC
Ezra Gabay
June 13, 2009
I'm so crushed I did not know. I had some of the very best times of my life here on earth with Sid sailing in the pacific. He taught me to love people more then ever. We usta cook as many turkeys as we could for the homeless. I'm lost for words...Ezra Gabay :(
tim bullard
February 27, 2009
great day. i had just moved back to my native state, n.c., from crooked s.c. i worked at The Appalachian. www.timbullard.com
he was a genius, the steak eating performance art thing was legendary in boone.
James Allen Bartholomew
November 10, 2008
Jackie and Marshall, Now that some time has passed I have healed enough to face this. Sidney's death knocked me into a another world. I will never forget the things we did as cousins who were brought back together after a long absence. Sid meant alot to me.I will never forget him. Thanks for being the sister he needed and could always count on.
Lisa deGraffenried
August 13, 2008
P.S. If anyone has any pictures of him they could email me, I'd be grateful!
Michael Ferguson
August 9, 2008
WOW! What a small space for such 'Large Memories'!! I know all of us have sad years when loved ones are gone from this world and premonitions of things are certain but denied. I called Sidney Jack on his Birthday as I have many years since we first met almost thirty years ago. When 'This Number has Been Disconnected or You Have Reached It in Error" answered instead of His voice saying 'GOD Bless', I remember it like Kennedy or MLK Jr. being shot.
I vividly remember so many moments with Sid in Mempho, N.Y. & L. A. An aside, I just had an old, mutual friend, Bubba, call and as I told him of Sid's Passing, we reminisced about Huey's and Broccoli. You had to be there.
Our photographs and trophys for soccer probably still hang by The Catfish Who Ate Memphis' there.
Regards to Thomas Boggs and Sid in Heaven. Straighten Elvis out, would you?!
I have had a lot of difficulty in choosing what to say because my
mind, or what is left of it is reeling, still. Do I talk about the day he left Memphis with an Elvis Decanter of whiskey in his VW Camper windshield? Do I describe his exit from Graceland or(Wasteland, to us). No, and instead I think , for now, i part with this. Sidney Jack profoundly and lastingly infected all of us with his wit, charm and undeniable uniqueness. From those of us who knew him, to those who only knew of his legend and talent, I say JO JOHNNIE, JO JOHNNIE, JO JOHNNIE. I await the day, my brother...
Ursula Dust Grant
August 6, 2008
First day at ASU..knew not one person. Walked into Chapell-Wilson Hall and there was Sid trying to open his locker by kicking in the door. Of course, I helped..who could resist Sid!..and thus began a 12 year roller coaster adventure of a friendship.
Still have Balloon Boy in my office..and he still makes me smile.
Thanks, Sid..you'll always be with us.
John Diaz
July 27, 2008
Condolences to all friends and family. There is much to remember about Sidney. Much to cherish.
Tom Aggeles
July 27, 2008
Although I watched you perform your lifelong loop-de-loops and highwire-tailstands from a distance, I often think about you and the incredible impact you had on so many...It was a while ago, Sid...but the memories of Blowing Rock, Boone/Appalachian, Valle Crucis, Meat Camp are as vivid as they are heartwarming...the world is a colder place without your elan... Yeah, we're all older now...can't jump quite as high, or imbibe quite as much...but the times are still indelibly preserved in these old memory banks. You know all the answers now, Sid...save a space at the table for us...we'll all be along, directly.
Namaste',
Debbie Rosenkoetter Whitfield
July 24, 2008
I knew that Sid was going to be famous by the time we were in the second grade at Tarboro Elementary School. I missed a week of school, and of course, our teacher, Mrs. Davis, had the class make "Get Well" cards. I saved those cards because Sid's was so remarkably different from the rest of the class. There were some with hearts and flowers and stick figures of me in my "sick bed", but Sid drew a reindeer and a cat sitting beside a beautiful tree on the front, (who else but Sid would put a reindeer and a cat together?) and on the inside sat a smiling squirrel with starry eyes. The squirrel filled the whole page just like he did whenever he entered the scene. His creativity didn't stop there, however, the inside also included a deer climbing a mountain while a woolly worm and a giant bumble bee buzzed around the page. He included this sentiment: "Spring is here you no, So get well and Go Go Go!!" Maybe that was part of Sid's philosophy, "Go Go Go!" He was certainly on the go during his days in Tarboro, and I think we all saw the stars in his eyes just like the squirrel on his card. He was a star back then and he will forever be a "star" to all who knew him!
Steve Ferguson
July 23, 2008
On a trip to NYC with Sid, he loaned me his precious leather jacket so that I would look cool on our visit to the infamous CBGBs Punk Club. Now that is real friendship and charity. His enthusiasm for creativity helped to light a fire in me that burns to this day. Thank you Sid.
Sandra Simpson
July 21, 2008
Thanks to John Massey for keeping Sid's guest book open for another week. This has become a part of my daily readings for 5 weeks now. Perhaps even Sid would say "enough is enough". Fourteen pages of Sid stories have brought back lots of memories, laughs and tears. On second thought, Sid is loving this and wants it to go on forever. Sid, say hello to all of our Tarboro buddies who have go on before you. Let them know they have not been forgotten.
Farewell my friend!
Sandra Brown Simpson Tarboro/Wyoming
Betsy Cobb-Hughes
July 19, 2008
Oh my dear Sid...
You were the sweetest, kindest and gosh darn funniest friend I made in the Blowing Rock scene of the 70's. You'll be missed, little buddy, more than you could ever imagine. See ya later.
Gail Hoyme, DVM
July 18, 2008
Sid was a larger than life, cooler than anybody else & truly was the BMOC at ASU in the mid-70s. I was so surprised to find him as kind as he was and soooo funny. I knew I had made it in with the fun kids when Sid, Charlie Hunsucker & Dan'l Boone came to my costume party my sophomore year. What a fun time. I ran into Sid in the wierdest places over the years, once he was selling Christmas trees on the side of the road outside Chapel Hill - who could miss that hair!!, and another time he came into the Record Bar in Chapel Hill I worked at sometimes & danced his way thru the store. What a character. He was just always very kind to me & I'll never forget it. The whole world misses him.
Jeffery Fortune
July 18, 2008
Some days are better than others, but I'll never forget the day I met Sid. He burst into the cabin where I was living on Howards Creek Rd., to "inform" me that "I was living in his *!@ old house and I needed to know the rules"! A couple of days later when his visit was over,,, I had been properly "informed" :~)
You definatly are "sumpin else" Sid
JF
July 17, 2008
sid, thank you so much for all the rides home, although after that first ride with you, i thought it was much safer walking. i will miss you
Eileen
July 16, 2008
It was always a joy to see Sid and the dogs walking thru ASU campus, without a serious care, it made you want to cut class and go hiking ! Cheers Sid, and thanks for my first taste of moonshine !
David Hitt
July 15, 2008
When I hear that stupid old song "Brandy", I can see Sid singing into his Budweiser bottle- "Brandy your a good girl, what a good wife you would be ... "Roomies" forever. Sorry I wrecked your motorcycle. Chowan "CLASS" of 73.
Paul Clark
July 10, 2008
One time back in the mid-70s, Sid gave me a stack of his drawings and asked me to write captions for the cartoons. I worked on them, put them away and worked on them some more. Ended up keeping those drawings for months before I gave them back to him. The captions I came up with were pretty lame, compared to Sid's drawings. I couldn't match his genius. Though I haven't talked to Sid in 20 years, I'm saddened. We lost an original person. We were all lucky to have known him.
Mary Tharrington
July 4, 2008
My fondest childhood memeory of Syd was he and I sneaking under the gym bleachers during basketball games and tugging peoples pant legs and running. I certainly credit some of my mischievous ways to him. My fondest teenage memory of Syd was his spirited torturoring and teasing Deputy Dawg[head security] on the Chowan campus. He use to draw pictures of him and post them around campus. they were hilarious! My fondest adult memory of Syd was seeing him in his scout, bandana on his head, shirtless, aviator sunglasses on, cut off jeans, and hiking boots heading to Highway Robbery, the Wooden Nickel and Marvins Gardens or to Blowing Rock to Woodlands and PB Scotts to catch a Leon Redbone show. Years later returning to Boone to visit, I saw him quite a few times. Every meeting was a memorable one. I was always proud to call him my friend and be apart of that special generation. I will never forget that quick wit. I am very sorry for your loss.
Bobby Brock
July 2, 2008
Sid was a friend to me. When we lived in Boone, he helped me when I was down, needing a ride or a meal. I looked up to him and respected him, because he was exciting and cool. He made me laugh hard, and taught me that quick wittedness and a good mind were most important in influenceing people. In retrospect, I may have misunderstood him at times. I wish I could go back and call him to tell him how much I appreciated what he had done for me, and maybe to try to cheer him up some. Maybe I'll still be able to make that call one day, and if I have that chance, I will. I loved him like a brother, and I'll miss him.
Bobby Brock
Sherron Westmoreland-Setterfield
June 30, 2008
Sid was always a great friend. We spent many hours together having fun every week. One of my favorite photos is of me and Sid in my apartment in Blowing Rock. The world will miss Sidney Jack. I know I do.
Noel & Mike McLaughlin
June 29, 2008
Sid was an original.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
"Classic" Sid and the boys somewhere in Murfreesboro in the early 70's
June 28, 2008
Joy English
June 28, 2008
Although I haven't seen Sid in a long time, I've thought of him often. I followed his career after he left Boone/Blowing Rock and was very proud of his accomplishments. Have an old photo of Sid at Grandfather Mountain, during a hang gliding competition. He was in his element, with friends galore and the beautiful background of the colorful hang gliders, sitting on the rocks behind him. Jackie, I haven't had the pleasure of knowing you, but hope that the legacy of wonderful work and much more importantly, the legacy of thousands of friends who loved Sid dearly, will give you comfort. Sincere condolences.
Niki Creel
June 27, 2008
Jackie, Marshall & Family:
I am sorry for the loss of your brother, Sid. I know how much you loved and cared for him and wanted only the best for him. May you find peace and solace in knowing that he will eternally be safe in the arms of our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ.
"Baby" Eliza Godwin-Colmes
June 26, 2008
Sid had a way seeing who people really were and I loved him for that. Being his friend was an honor. Goodbye Sydney Jack, Montezuma was Fun!
Bonnie Magee
June 26, 2008
Sid was the funest, funniest person I had the pleasure of knowing. Just about two weks ago my friend Janet Miller and I were telling Sid stories and laughing our butts off. And we all will continue to do so. So sad you're not with us anymore.
Gretchen Masters
June 26, 2008
Dear Sid,
I was only 17, a freshman at App State when you graced my life. You took me on a magical mystery tour that changed my life forever, and for that I will be forever grateful. Shanti - Peace Brother.
dean bush
June 26, 2008
Sid, you were one of the most filled with life people I every met and I will remember all the great times we shared in " the good old days" in Blowing Rock with a more special grace.
Scott Buchanan
June 26, 2008
Boy, that was some cast of characters back in the 70's and 80's around Boone/Blowing rock...no bigger character than good ol' "Sidney Jack"...altho I lost contact with Sid nearly 20 years ago, he was always on my mind, because I still use phrases, punchlines, insults, etc., directly attributable to him...I miss you brother...rest in peace..Buckeye
Lynne Bard Hancock
June 26, 2008
I met Sid in Freshman English class along with Charlie Hunsucker, we sat in the back of the class , perused life, and became friends. What fun it was being around Sid ! Sid, I hope you know how many friends you have and how loved you are.
Steve Heron
June 25, 2008
LOVE BOY, I can still see you, Jack and Breeze coming down the highway in Boone like it was yesterday; and even though I have not seen you in thirty years, the thought of you off this earth leaves a hole in me that time cannot prevent. Your exuberance for life will live on in the memory of all your friends, of which there must be thousands. I’ve shed a tear for you more than once this week, and will toast your life at every opportunity.
Amy Gleason
June 25, 2008
Sidney was amazing. I loved listening to his stories and great advice. To his family, I am sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the memories of Sidney. You'll be greatly missed Sidney. I'll wear your t-shirts proudly:-) Love you.
Victoria von Brauchitsch
June 25, 2008
I know you're now directing the angels in heaven, Sid. May God bless you, your family, and friends. Your amazing heart will live on forever.
JERRY FOSTER
June 25, 2008
SID... GO AHEAD, COLOR THE UNIVERSE...WE WILL ALL BE ALONG SHORTLY TO SEE AND WONDER WHAT THE HELL YOU WERE THINKING, AS USUAL!!!!!! LOOK-OUT STARS!!!!
THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES!!!
Doug Eubank
June 25, 2008
Jackie, some of my fondest memories of Sid were kicking him and Beth Richey out of the Pottery Studio for throwing clay balls at me, seeing him ride "Reefer Man's" dirt bike up the steps, beside the Library, and seeing him eat the biggest can of Vienna sausages I ever saw at the Fiddlers Convention in 1973. His picking me up as I was hitchhiking to Blowing Rock, after seeing "Doc" and Frosty Morn play at A.S.U. We landed at P.B Scotts and drank beer with Merle, some big breasted blonde and Billy Ford, until the wee hours of the morning. Then his visiting Molly and I again sometime after Pee Wee Hermans gig at Walter's Grill in Murfreesboro, and making everyone in the place laugh, until we cried. It is so weird, but Molly and I received a letter in March, from Beth Richey with a photo of Sid she found while going through some stuff...he had such a head full of frizzy hair it looked like a mop, but he was laughing and I'm sure making those around him do likewise. This is how we all remember him to this day and we will all miss him!!!! He was like no other student I ever had in my classes--SO creative. I loved him!
Doug Eubank, Retired Professor of Art, Chowan University, Murfreesboro, North Carolina
Roxy Myzal
June 25, 2008
Sid was the best, a one of a kind. I fondly remember being at his house in LA when his parents were visiting from Tarboro. They brought green tomatoes from NC! You would've thought they were worth their weight in gold to Sid!! He made sandwiches with mayo on Wonder bread for all of us. Crazy that he's gone. My condolences to all of his family and friends
Dominic Orlando
June 25, 2008
Many years have passed since I'd worked with or even seen Sid. It was sad to hear about his untimely death. He was a talented and funny guy, who had a very special knack when working with kids - probably because he was a big kid at heart. Rest in peace.
Joan Kent-Charland
June 25, 2008
For all of Sid's family and friends with deepest respect of your loss and sorrow. I am hopeful this will bring you some peace.
When I die...give all that is left of me away to children and old people that wait to die. And if you cry...cry for your brother who is walking in the street beside you; and when you think of me, put your arms around anyone and give them what you mean to give to me. I want to leave you with something... something better than words or sound. Love doesn't die,people do,so when all that is left of me is love, Give me away...
I truly believe Sid would share in my feelings.
Sam Houston
June 25, 2008
Sid I missed you when you left Boone. Now I will miss you leaving us here. You were the MAN. Peace be with you my friend.
Sam
Kim Dawkins Berry
June 25, 2008
Dear Jackie,
As just one of Sid's legions of admirers I would like to express my heartfelt prayers. Sidney Jack taught me to laugh at myself. He taught me that nothing is quite as ordinary as it might seem and he taught me to never burn daylight or nightlight if possible. He represents a truly magical energy that will continue to glow.
jerry dale simer
June 25, 2008
Sid. I can"t even begin to list all the things you were to me. or how much I'll Miss you. there will never be another you. all our love Annabel, Henry, and jerry.
Walter Knox
June 24, 2008
Jackie,
I just heard of Sid's passing and want to express my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
I can see Sid as a lad in my mind's eye splashing in the kiddie section at the Tarboro swimming pool and racing with unbridled energy everywhere in town.
Cary & Sandra Livesay
June 24, 2008
Jackie: We will always keep Sid, and Frances, and Jack in our hearts. We loved them, and we love you. God bless.
Dave Baldwin
June 24, 2008
Miss ya, Sid. I promise that I will slap an A.D. across the face with a slice of cold pizza one of these days and tell him 'that's from Sidney J. Bartholomew'. The neighborhood will be a lot less beautiful without you, your knee braces, and your fanny pack. Dave B
Susan Milliron
June 24, 2008
Sidney, I didn't know you very long but am grateful for the chance to have been a paragragh in a chapter of your life's story. I wasn't sure what was happening the first time you walked through the doors at Clear Water but grew to look forward to conversations with you, in person and on the phone. It was always an interesting experience! Be peaceful, my friend, and know that you were loved and are missed. I'll catch you next time...and be sure to look up my little sister, Judie. I know you two will get along fine!
Missing you, my friend
Brian Kelsh
June 24, 2008
Jackie,
My thoughts are with you and your family. Sid was....fashioned from a mold that will never be cast again. It was (and is) an honor to know him.
Sid,
Take care, rest easy, and keep us laughing, brother.
"The aim of every artist is to arrest motion, which is life, by artificial means and hold it fixed so that a hundred years later, when a stranger looks at it, it moves again since it is life" - William Faulkner
David Smothers
June 24, 2008
I am the youngest brother of Joe Smothers. Sid was an incredible guy that kept me laughing through my younger years. I would visit my older brother, Joe and his "hippie" friends and learn life lessons...many times about friends and laughter. Sid was the center of many of these moments and I am greatful to have known him. God Bless you my friend!
Leon Mckay LAc
June 24, 2008
We wuz brothers. We ate hoop chees an guvment cheese together while sailing and drinking Old Sea Dog rum. Know you feel relief now but miss you just the same. I hope that I can laugh that hard again but I doubt it. Bon Voyage my fren.
Mattie Carstarphen
June 24, 2008
Dear Jackie,
I know your heart is aching. Sid brought so much joy and laughter everywhere he went. What a wonderful legacy. I know you will miss him terribly, but I also know you have 3 guardian angels who love you very much and are very happy to be reunited. Love , Mattie
Darnell Anderson
June 24, 2008
Jackie, I am so sorry to hear about Sid. My first year at ASU, Sid was a senior. He was such a gentleman escorting me around the campus, the city of Boone and Blowing Rock. I will never forget how kind he was to me. Sid was very generous with his time to make sure a freshman understood Appalachian. He was truly a dear. I also remember the kindness you showed my grandmother Susie and the many many books you brought to her at the nursing home. Thank you so much for your kindess. I will pray for strength for you and your family over the loss of your loved one, Sid. He had such a great heart.
Mary Smith Morton
June 24, 2008
Voltaire said, "Appreciation is a wonderful thing; it makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well." Thank you Sid boy for sharing so much of your brilliance with us.
Please give Buzz, Jack, Breeze and les enfants a big kiss from me.
Mecca lecca hi, Mecca hiney ho! Love you soft curled man,
Mary Smith Morton
Alice Regan McLane
June 24, 2008
Anyone fortunate enough to have known Sid always knew to expect the unexpected.The guarantee was that it would original,outrageous,funny and sometimes downright frightening.I .think those of us who grew up in Tarboro with that skinny,asthmatic genius with the psychodlic painted car and the body adorned with the "Map of the World",were truly blessed. Sid helped catapult us into a world that otherwise we would have just read about.The days at ASU were just a continuation of the frivolity.There are not enough pages in this Guest Book to tell all the Sid stories,but I always get a chuckle when I think about the time we went through the drive thru at Hardee's in Blowing Rock with Dawgman in his big ole silver pick-up,not to order food,but to sing the current jingle into the window...you know the one.."Let's go to Hardee's,the fun place,the one place to eat...".We laughed all the way to Boone to go to a James Bond movie.Ofcourse all the way home we pondered where James went to "Spy Collge".Last year I finally got a Standard Poodle,something I had always wanted since the day of "Cool Breeze". When I called Sid to tell him,he was thrilled.Gave me lots of pointers on raising a spooky smart dog.He was right. She is a spirited,crazy,sweet,beautiful creature,now affectionately known as Kookie Bartholomew!Give our best to Jack,Breeze,Buzzsaw and all our other friends that have been promoted.I'll bet Heaven is full of puppies.Love & miss ya.
Anita Goetz
June 23, 2008
"You have walked among us a spirit, and your shadow has been a light upon our faces. Much have we loved you. But speechless was our love, and with veils has it been veiled. Yet now it cries aloud unto you, and would stand revealed before you. And ever has it been that loves knows not its own depth until the hour of separation." Kahlil Gibran
May you have a wonderful rebirth my dear friend, Sidney Jack
George Soltow
June 23, 2008
I am sorry for us all that Sidney will never be here with us to make us laugh, think and argue in the way that only Sidney could. I will never watch Jeopardy at the Harvey again without thinking of Sidney. The world has lost a great heart and mind. We'll do gravy shots with Tabasco kickers when I see you again my friend.
Janice Dail
June 23, 2008
Jackie,
So sadden to hear of Sids passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill Winslow
June 23, 2008
Sid stopped by our house in Tarboro to visit one Thanksgiving. I don't remember what kind of motorcycle he was riding but it was a rocket. He was in the middle of working on There's Something About Mary. We invited him to dinner but he had places to be. So he walked out the door and three generations of my family, including my taciturn and dignified father, gathered at the dining room table and had our silent blessing. Our heads were still bowed when we heard a roar of shocking intensity, modulated by Doppler effects as Sid ran the bike on its rear wheel (I peeked) up Baker Street in the direction of St. Andrews at an absurd rate of speed. I don't have to tell you what the reaction at the table was. In that moment Sid united our family in laughter and recognition, which was what he did.
Zach Tate
June 23, 2008
There is much about the 70's that I have forgotten or left behind, but the times I spent with Sid are as vivid to me now as if it were just yesterday.
My wife Linda asked me how I knew Sid and why his passing has affected me so much, and all I could think of to say was "because Sid was always so friendly and glad to see me, and that alone made me feel very special."
My heart felt condolences to his family.
Charlie, Sid, & Ben at Charlie's wedding 12/1989
Robin Beckett
June 23, 2008
I remember the day I met Sidney Jack. In March 1974, my freshman year at App, he loaded a motley crew into his Nomad and took us all to Dutch Creek Falls. He was to play quite a part in my self discovery during that time. The last time I saw Sid was when I took this picture at Charlie's wedding... so sad that one of this special fellowship is gone so soon. From that place of perfect peace, Sid, you can look down and see how many people from every corner of the country will miss your physical presence on this earth , and even if you hadn't seen them for years, we still love you. Time to go listen to some Marshall Tucker. My love and condolences to Sid's family and loved ones,
Susan O'Neill
June 23, 2008
Such saddness is in my heart. What a truly talented friend. He will be missed and remembered with fondness!
Blair Pollock
June 23, 2008
Sid:
I met you in Memphis when you were knocking the Memphis State Art Departmet on its ear (and one night remember you saving Larry Block from being decapitated by a ceiling fan as he climbed on to a table at the 348 Club) Then later, showing up at our house in Chapel Hill clad in black leather carrying "The Alley Sweeper" for protection and declaring, "Blair, I'm going to New York to get famous". Then seeing you in New York doing just that; clawing your way up, working furiously all the time. Later still, drinking "Crippled Rednecks" - a drink you invented sitting ata bar on Hollywood Boulevard. Your fire was just too intense to keep burning like that. When I think of the lyrics to "Who Do You Love" they invoke an image that's ironically not that far off from a vision of you.
Judy and Ralph Proctor
June 23, 2008
Jackie, You just cannot forget Sid. I remember how he could see beyond what everyone else saw--like the frog on the window wanting to kiss the princess--Amy. Mark-- he loved you because he said so--He showed real gusto cutting ham at our family Christmas party-can see him now. We love you and want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Piney Clay
June 23, 2008
Sid . . . Even though tears are in my eyes now I am sure I will be smiling and probably laughing by the time I finish this. Your life stories continued to be told and heard anytime we discuss the old days in Blowing Rock. What a character you were . . . you and your talent will be missed by everyone. I can picture you now floating around on those clouds in Heaven. I just wonder what your wings look like. We all love you and will miss you.
June 22, 2008
Bye Bye Sid,
You & I busted each others chops with a vengance, but I know that you knew how much I respected your artistry. You didn't get to the Big Time by accident.
Bless your soul,
Lamar bOb hILL
andy hayes
June 22, 2008
sid let us all know how merle and elvis are doing
Meryle Rivas-Geraghty
June 22, 2008
so sad, but so glad to have had you in my life and in the lives of our many friends in Blowing Rock. it seems like yesterday that you and I were sitting in Sonny's Grill eating burgers, looking out the windows and watching our world go by.People would come in sometimes stare at you, cause usually your hair was wild and your dress was really out there. But when they were about to leave they always smiled, shook your hand and realized that they were in the company of greatness..... Fly with the angels .......Rock On!!!
Joe Smothers
June 22, 2008
In what continues to be a more dull, sad and colorless world, the news of Sidney J's passing on makes things even more sad and colorless. The times I spent with Sid and Billy Ralph (Dunlap) in Boone during the Doc and Merle days cannot be replaced. I have laughed til I cried at Sid and now I will cry til I laugh remembering everything wonderful about the most talented,creative and wonderful person I have had the pleasure of knowing. You will always be in our hearts Sid. It has been an honor to share the planet with you. I'll see you on the far side my Brother. My sincerest condolences to you Jackie and our "Catfish That Ate Memphis" is now crying.
Joe and Marghy Smothers
ingrid Watsabaugh
June 21, 2008
Godspeed Sidney Jack. You weren't with us for very long but your personality and your talent will be with us forever. You are one of those people that will never be forgotten by those whose lives you touched. God has blessed you with a wonderful spirit Sid. I think you are watching us and telling us that the suffering is over and we will see you again. I look forward to it. Love, Ingrid (Saucy) Watsabaugh
Debby Boyles-Boozer
June 21, 2008
Not many people make an impression on people in a very short time, but Sid could do it. He was such a unique person with a huge heart and had the gift of art and making people laugh. May God bless Sid and his family and beloved pets.
The world will be a duller place because Sid will not be here...may he be at peace in heaven.
Anne Yoder
June 21, 2008
Sid, you were the most vivid person I have ever known. I met you many years ago, and our paths crossed here and there over the years. I will always remember you as complex and wild, spectacularly talented, and most of all, kind. You are missed.
Beverly Rollins Edwards
June 21, 2008
My dear Sid - I lived practically my whole life with you and your family. As far as we are concerned, you were family. There are too many stories for this space. I will tell one of my favorites. The summer you were 10 and I was 11 (or maybe we were 11 and 12), we wrote and produced a puppet play. We put posters up all over the neighborhood inviting folks to see our masterpiece. We had it in your carport. One of our mamas made lemonade for the audience. In my memory there were a fair number of people there - not just kids. I think the plot involved a king, queen, and a villian. It was great! Even then I knew you were destined to be an art director, and I was destined to entertain and teach small children. I really love you Sid. I know you are now part of the energy that binds the universe. You are also in my heart.
Becky Carter
June 21, 2008
Jackie, Marshall, Amy and Drew (Jack and Nick), Mark (and Kelly),
In all the years I've been lucky enough to have Amy's family in my life, I've heard so many wonderful stories and tales about Uncle Sid! It was clear that although he was sometimes far away in distance, he was always close in heart and mind. I wish you all peace as you deal with this sudden loss and will keep each of you and Sid in my prayers! Love, Becky
Farrar Martin
June 21, 2008
"The Sid" and I were graduates of Tarboro High class of'71. Of 180 graduates I was 172 and Sid was 180. This was a feet of which we were most proud. That and the fact that Sid got me back stage with Sharon Stone . See you on the other side brother. Farrar Martin
Gabe McGrath
June 20, 2008
i miss you sidney, you're an original a true friend, the most kind, thoughtful and generous person. You've made a lasting impression on everyone you've meet, sid lives through all that he has touched.
Terry Parrish
June 20, 2008
Jackie and all the family: Terry and I are so sorry to hear about Sid. I just read the email. I will try to contact Amy asap. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Love and prayers to all of you.
Tery and Mary uth Parrish
Betsy Dorn
June 20, 2008
I met Sid when I was 18 at ASU. The last I spoke with him was around 2 months ago. I will miss my friend's deep soul and passion for life along with his wit and brilliant talent. My "Catfish That Ate Memphis" picture will stay with me always as an ongoing reminder of this very unique and special person. Sid, may you rest in peace.
Travis Miller
June 20, 2008
If Sidney said that he was going to take of his leg braces and swim across the Neuse River in January, you'd better believe it, cause he sure as hell did just that. He was a great person to be around. And a friend who will be missed.
Jesse Kent
June 20, 2008
We are saddened for your loss in Sid who was so unique and who loved everyone so much. He made his Mom and Dad proud. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Love to your family, Jesse and Margaret Kent, Carol, Grace, and Margaret Ann.
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