Sidney Richardson Garrett of Easton died Sunday, October 23, 2022 in Bethlehem, PA just two weeks short of his 95th birthday. Born November 9, 1927 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana he was a son of the late Adella Elizabeth (Richardson) and Fritz Albert Garrett, Sr.
He was a truly creative and kind person, with an unfailing sense of humor and a deep appreciation of excellence in any field. A talented athlete, he played football for Georgia Tech before returning to Baton Rouge and completing both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Louisiana State University (LSU). He was a sculptor and professor of art and art history at LSU for 25 years, retiring in 1993 as a professor emeritus.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Ann Harding, sons Tyler Armin Garrett and Matthew Richardson Garrett and his wife Cassandra, and grandson Oliver. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Mary Elizabeth Garrett Cunningham, and his brothers Fritz Albert Garrett, Jr. and George William Garrett.
Memorial contributions may be made to the LSU School of Art General Scholarship Fund. [Link: https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1585/cart21/form.aspx?sid=1585&gid=1&pgid=439&cid=1080&bledit=1&dids=2514] Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
