Sidney “Sid” Alan Costner, age 61, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. A cherished husband, son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Sid embodied the heart of a cowboy and placed his unwavering trust in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Sid is preceded in death by his father Joseph Graham Costner and stepfather Henry Arthur Millican. He is survived by his loving wife Jill, his mother Sue, his sister, Leigh-Ann (Cindy), his daughters, Michelle and Kaitlan; his stepchildren, Charity, Melody, Evan, Dylan, and Tyler, his stepsiblings Zachary and Laura, five beautiful grandchildren, Halle, PeyPey, “Doodle Bug”, Milly and Ellie, who adored their “Bo-Bo” and many more family members and friends.
Born and raised in Millington, Tennessee, Sid carried a deep pride for his hometown throughout his life. His childhood was an adventure in itself, and he never missed an opportunity to share one of his wild stories. After graduation, Sid moved to Norfolk, Virginia, to work alongside his father, Joe, at the family business, Joe’s Cap City. He embraced a vibrant life outdoors, filled with hunting, fishing, playing softball and disc golf. Later in life, Sid went on to own a successful construction company before settling in Georgia with his loving wife, Jill.
Sid was a cowboy, and it wasn’t hard to tell—he never went anywhere without his cowboy hat and boots. And if that didn’t give it away, he’d proudly remind you: “I’m handsome Sid Vicious, the universal heartthrob from Memphis, Tennessee.” Sid wasn’t just the life of the party; he was the party. He was as reckless as they come, starting bonfires with a homemade flamethrower, supergluing his wounds, and chugging beers from his boot. But Sid had a goofy side too. He danced, told the best (and often exaggerated) stories, baked pies, grew a garden, grilled pineapple and peaches, canned tomatoes, and always made sure his bird feeders were full.
Like any true country boy, Sid loved his momma, his truck, a cold beer—especially before 8 a.m.—and his guns. Sid was one hell of a handyman, with the ability to build or fix just about anything. A movie buff, Sid had a special love for westerns, sappy Christmas movies, and anything James Bond. While many might say hunting season was his favorite time of year, it was actually the holidays. He had a knack for bringing people together at family gatherings, cookouts, and any occasion to spend time with loved ones. Sid cherished road trips to the beaches of Florida, the mountains of North Carolina, and the fields on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. But perhaps dearest to his heart were his many trips to Millington and Nashville to visit his mom and sister.
Above all, Sid was known for his heart, which was pure gold. His generosity spoke for itself—just ask his neighbors, who often found him mowing their lawns just because. His kindness knew no bounds, his infectious smile could light up any room, and he never met a stranger. His life was a true testament to his faith, deep love for his family, and his adventurous soul. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him, a legacy of kindness, joy, and unwavering faith.
In honor of the lasting impact Sid made everywhere he lived; the following services will be held – A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, October 12th, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. at the VFW in Millington, Tennessee, and on Saturday, October 19th, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Azalea Inn & Time Out Sports Bar, 2344 E. Little Creek Road, Norfolk, Virginia 23518. Details on the service in Georgia are forthcoming and will be posted here once they are confirmed.
