Richard Sidebottom

Mr. Richard Sidebottom, age 76, of Celina, TN, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, due to sickness.

The family has chosen cremation to honor his wishes. There are no services to announce.

He was born in Worcester, Massachusetts on Wednesday, August 3, 1949, to the late Mildred (Lovely) and Ernest Sidebottom. At the age of 18 he joined the US Army and went off to Vietnam. During his tour of service, he gained many friends which still ring true today.

Richard was a New England Sports Fan, even after moving to Tennessee.

Predeceased by his parents, brother Ernest “Peppy”, sister Nancy, and three infant sons, Scott, Stephen, and Richard.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia of 35 years; daughters Katie of Celina, Tennessee, Melissa, Allison, and a son Christopher all of Beverly, Massachusetts; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins; and childhood friend, Joe (Janet) Santackas of Alamogordo, New Mexico.

The Upton-Hay Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Richard Sidebottom.