Sidney Armstrong Miner

Miner, Jr., Sidney Armstrong (AKA Sid, Papa, Buddy) left this earth on Friday September 15th 2017 at Wilkesboro Regional Medical Center after enjoying two of his favorite things - lunch and the company of his beautiful wife, Pam. This St. Pete, FL born self-proclaimed "Mountain Man" made an impact on everyone he met. He grew up in St. Pete with his brother, Bill, and parents, Sidney and Mary Katherine Miner, and graduated from Northeast High School. While attending the University of South Florida, he joined the Marine Corps Reserve to serve his country. He graduated from USF with a degree in political science and followed in his father's and grandfather's footsteps by joining the family insurance agency. He met the love of his life on New Year's Eve 1972. Eight short months later they were married and proceeded to have three wonderful children, Katherine, Jennifer, and Sidney. As life progressed he became involved in the Exchange Club, Boy Scouts, Holy Family Catholic Church, and the Knights of Columbus. He continued to establish strong connections in North Wilkesboro, NC after realizing the dream of a log cabin in the mountains. He never met a stranger and his generosity, sense of humor, and loyalty has been an example for all. He is survived by his wife, Pam; his brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Kathi Miner; his children, Katy and Jim Witkowski, Jen and Justin Knippen, and Sid and Bethany Miner; his grandchildren, Sid, John, Bobbi and Lucas Miner; Katherine, Jack and Emma Knippen; beloved dog, Blue; and many others whose lives he touched simply by being himself. Visitation will be Thursday from 5PM - 7PM with a wake service at 6:30PM at Anderson-McQueen Funeral Homes 2201 Dr. M. L. K. Street N., Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 4PM at Holy Family Catholic Church, 200 78th Ave NE. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council, Boy Scouts of America.