John Lee Snowden 65, Indianapolis, Indiana passed away at 1 a.m. on November 4, 2015 after a long battle with cancer. John was born in Port Huron, Michigan on December 19, 1949 to Andrew and Blanche (Montney) Snowden.
In March 1993, John retired from the Logansport State Hospital after 24 years of service.
Mr. Snowden was an avid thrift store shopper. Lawn care work and home remodeling projects were his hobbies and favorite source of therapy.
John is survived by his “wipe” Doris Jean- his beloved Bishon Frise companion animal. Also surviving are two daughters, Jackie Lynn (Doug) Foster of West Point and Emily ‘Maime’ Snowden of Kokomo, and his baby sister, Annie (Steve) Wheeldon of Lafayette. John has four grandchildren; Ronnie Conklin, Devin Bates, Ryan Monroe, and Cody Norris.
Preceding John in death in addition to his parents are two brothers; Sam Snowden and Bob Snowden and two sisters; Barbara Cook and Sharon Waller.
Visitation will be on November 8, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Harry Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, Indiana 46250 followed by a memorial service from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. officiated by pastor Rob Mifflin.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Damien Center or the Humane Society.
Doug, Jackie & Cody says
You will never ever be forgotten. We love you and know that you are better now.
Amy says
Thank you for your guidance, your unwavering love and support. You’re the best, dad! I love you.
I will be listening.
Amy says
Dad, dad, dad, daddy, daddy, dad, daaaaaaad, DAD! ……. Ugh!
Amy says
If I could only hear you shout at me again, I would extra misbehave to hear it one more time.
JULIA SMITH says
UNCLE JACK….YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN….YOU WERE ONE CRAZY SILLY UNCLE….AND YOU COULD MAKE ANYONE LAUGH WITH ALL YOUR CRAZY UNIQUE SELF….NOW YOU ARE HOME AND NO MORE SUFFERING….YOU WILL BE MISSED DEARLY….<3
larry &kathy tucker says
We will mss you,you always had that beautiful smile and you could be so funny at times. we all loved you.your daughters will miss you but they have you in their hearts. til we meet again
Janice Snowden says
My heart is heavy with your passing. I always had you to reminisce with after Bobs passing. You were always there to help me through the rough times. You are now with Bob and your pain is gone, for that I am happy. Thank you brother.
Sara Abney Murphy says
Jackie and Emily, My thoughts and prayers go out to you both!!! It is exceptionally hard when a lil girl loses her Daddy!!! Rest in Heaven my friend, and hug my Aunt Barb for me!!!
Ruth Pierce Hepperle says
So sorry to hear this. I always loved him and his since of humor! My condolences to the family.
Steve Norris says
John you were a great man! You always smiled and laughed and raised the spirits of everyone around you. You will always remain a great friend in my heart and in my memories!
RIP my friend!
Doris Dickey says
I’m so sorry for your loss Jackie. My mom and whole family thinks the whole of you. You and yours will be in our thoughts and prayers…
JoReda Clouse says
Jackie,
I’m so sorry for your loss!!! You and Amy are both in my thoughts and prayers!!!
Lisa and Fuzzy says
Uncle Jack,
I remember all the funny things that you did. You would always make us laugh. You will be truly missed. We lave ya.
Lisa and Fuzzy
Patricia Jordan says
Uncle Jack, you’ll be greatly missed, but i know that you were greated in Heaven by my Mom and Granny Lill with open arms. You were a wonderful and loving person, uncle, & friend to all. Love you.
Robert Polly Sr. says
The Lord called you back home to his Kingdom because he needed a bright light to shine from the Heavens and yours is the brightest. You will be greatly missed my friend. Polly family
Karen Cole says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time.
Annie Wheeldon says
It’s been 3 years now. I still can’t believe that your gone.
I still miss you so much.
You were much more than just my brother, you were my best friend.
I love you always.
We’ll be together again “Somewherein Time”
Annie Wheeldon says
It’s been 3 years now. I still can’t believe that your gone.
I still miss you so much.
You were much more than just my brother, you were my best friend.
I love you always.
We’ll be together again “Somewhere in Time”