William "Bill" Eugene Sides

After a full and spirited life, William (Bill) Eugene Sides passed away on

February 21, 2025, in Boone, North Carolina. Bill was born on July 26,

1943, in Hickory, North Carolina, to Martha Brakefield Scales and William

Arney Sides.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Martha Scales and Arney Sides,

his stepfather, John Scales, and his beloved sister, Susan Scales. His

children survive him, William Jonathan Sides and Anna Christine Sides, as

well as his cherished granddaughter, Emma Catherine Sides. He is also

survived by his sisters, Joan Branyon and Margaret Simpson (Johnny),

along with several nieces and a nephew who will always remember him

with love and laughter.

In everyone he knew, Bill attempted to foster a love of the arts in the most

wonderful ways: a trip to the movie theatre after Christmas gift exchanges,

attending an impromptu concert in a cow pasture, or enjoying a leisurely

Saturday afternoon at a local art museum. Bill may have been referred to

as the “Cool Uncle” once or twice. He was passionate about reading and

discussing books and music across all genres.

An amateur photographer, Bill spent years documenting the celebrations

and sorrows of family life, documenting adventures with his friends,

capturing beautiful local scenery, and even taking candid photos of his

dentist and barber.

In his later years, he enjoyed listening to the radio during long drives along

the Parkway and keeping up with the news of the day. His absence will be felt by all that knew him.

Memorial gifts may be made to Hospice of North Carolina.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.austinandbarnesfuneralhome.com

Austin and Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Sides family.

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