Sidney Absher

Mr. Sidney Samuel Absher age 87, of West Jefferson, NC died on Monday, September 13, 2010 at his home. Mr. Absher was born on December 23, 1922 in Ashe County to the late Lincoln and Beulah Little Absher.  Mr. Absher was a US Army veteran who served in WWII.  He retired from the West Jefferson Post Office after 23 years of service  He was a member of First Baptist Church of West Jefferson.  He loved spending time with his granddaughter and loved sports, especially basketball. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 11:00 AM at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Michael Lea & Rev. Ken Morris. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens with military rites. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM prior to the service. Mr. Absher is survived by: His wife: Virginia Absher One son: Thomas Absher of West Jefferson, NC Two Sisters: Helen Barker & Lucille Phipps both of Crumpler, NC One Grandchild, several nieces and nephews. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Absher's arrangements.