Forrest Brent Sandidge

Forrest Brent Sandidge Forrest Brent Sandidge, 86, departed this world on September 8. Brent was born in Lynchburg, VA to parents Harry Hill Sandidge, Sr and Nellie Bristow Sandidge. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Jeanne Gasque Sandidge, and his brothers, H. Hill Sandidge, Jr., William T. Sandidge and Robert M. Sandidge. He is survived by his daughters, Elizabeth S. Ballard of Williamsburg and Martha S. Thwaites of Atlanta; grandchildren, Reaves Lane and wife Jessica, Taylor Lane and Dalton Ballard of Williamsburg; Ryan Thwaites and Ashley Thwaites of Atlanta; four nephews, two nieces, numerous great nieces and nephews. Brent served in Germany during World War II where he received many medals, two Purple Hearts and The Bronze Star for Meritorious Service. Following the war, he graduated from E. C. Glass High School and Lynchburg College. He earned his Masters Degree at University of Virginia.

Brent began his career as a teacher, then principal in Augusta County followed by administrative positions with Warren/Rappahanock County and Staunton City schools. In 1964 he became Superintendent of Culpeper County schools then obtained a position with the State Department of Education in Richmond. After serving as Assistant Superintendent for Administration and Finance he joined Manassas City Schools as Superintendent in 1981, retiring in July 1986. He and Jeanne moved to Midlothian where he was a founding member of Educational Consulting Services, Ltd and served as an Adjunct Professor at Longwood College supervising student teachers throughout Central Virginia. Brent was a member of Who's Who in American Education, VEA, NEA, the Ruritan Club, Rotary and a lifelong member of the Episcopal Church. He lived a life of service, love and faithfulness and enjoyed hunting, fishing and sharing humorous and historical stories .He will be missed by many but his legacy of love for the Lord, his family and friends, as well as for our country, continues on in those he leaves behind. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Midlothian, VA. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Episcopal Church of the Redeemer - Memorial Fund, 2341 Winterfield Drive, Midlothian, VA 23113.