From former neighbors and friends Chris Holmes and Patrick Eldrdge:

We miss our dear friend and former neighbor.

John Lennon said, “Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears.”

From the moment we met our neighbors, Sid and Nancy, we connected in a way as only old friends would. Never had a feeling that we needed to get to know each other, Sid warmed our hearts as if we had known each other forever.

We have always felt that humor was the glue that binds any relationship and Sid’s sense of it was artful. Ever friendly, but sharp; informed but lighthearted; pointed yet naturally empathetic, words were never superfluous. We relished conversations with Sid and as illness robbed him of articulation, we longed for lengthier exchanges but appreciated every word offered, shared, remembered. We hoped to fill whatever absence created with words of our own to fill the void, knowing that we were conversing with our friend Sid.

Gone now but remembered is the tennis athlete, the garage carpenter, the patio host, the political commentator, the wise sage, the humorist. Especially missing was our fun golfing buddy. Sadly, missed were the writer’s tongue and cheek inquiries of this government employee’s insights into the “deep state.” Maybe we missed an opportunity to co-author a tell-all book. So thirsty now for those “cocktail of the evening” concoctions from the ambitious mixologist.

We love you, Sid. We will continue to love and look after your dear Nancy, not to worry. If we are to count our years by smiles as John Lennon said, then we are truly aged, and enough smiles, not tears, provided to see us for years to come.

Love,

Chris and Patrick  

Dear Nancy,

We are so sorry to hear of Sid's passing. May your wonderful memories bring you and your family comfort and peace during this difficult time. Sending condolences. 

The Case Family

Sidney came to our E.C. Houston Center to do a workshop, and I was disappointed I was unable to attend.  On the following Monday, I was volunteering there and having lunch with Alice, another volunteer.  Sidney came in and sat down with us, as he was waiting to be taken to the airport.  We shared our lunch with him and listened to his many experiences.  I was glad to have gotten the chance to visit with him personally, and I enjoyed it very much.  Thanks, Sidney,  for sharing that day with us.

Lin Marchitelli

OMGoodness.  Only met Sid once, at the ARE however I have purchased, shared and given away so many of his books, interviews, etc., that he is most likely my all time favorite author.  May he rest in peace and I so hope Nancy that you know that both Sid's and your work will never end. Hope to meet you both on the other side.

Dr. Tom 

Sidney Kirkpatrick (1955-2025)

It is with a heavy heart that Edgar Cayce’s Association for Research and Enlightenment shares the news of the passing of Sidney Kirkpatrick, seen here sharing a lighter moment years ago with Charles Thomas Cayce. A New York Times best selling author, indefatigable researcher, and engaging speaker, Sidney’s legacy is inextricably entwined with that of the A.R.E. Sidney’s 1998 book, An American Prophet, reignited passionate interest in Edgar Cayce and drew a whole new generation of people to “the Work.”

On Monday, September 29, A.R.E.’s CEO Christopher Naughton and Director of Legacy Education John Van Auken, shared live from the auditorium stage their remembrances of Sidney. They addressed his inestimable impact of bringing the Cayce story to millions and a future memorial celebration in his honor.