BORN

1941

DIED

2015

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Elliott Sons Funeral Home

4255 Columbia Road

Martinez, Georgia

Eugene Sides Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 2, 2015.

Mr. Eugene Sides went to be with the Lord, on Thursday, October 29, 2015.

Gene was 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.

A funeral mass will be celebrated 11 AM, Thursday, November 5, 2015 at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Interment will be 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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October 26, 2020

Coworker

Jay Gruber

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

November 9, 2015

Ron &Mary McElligott

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

November 3, 2015

Danny and Ruth Gregg

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

November 3, 2015

Jeannett Jordan

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.

November 2, 2015

Brian Lintz

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.

November 2, 2015

Elliott Sons Funeral Home

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

November 2, 2015

sarah fazi

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

November 1, 2015

Jay Gruber

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.

November 1, 2015

Kenneth Krouse

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.

November 1, 2015

vera farmer

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

November 1, 2015

Bob Mueck

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

November 1, 2015

Peaches Anderson

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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