James Eli Snow

Mr. James Eli Snow, age 87 of Griffin, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Snow was born on April 14, 1925 in Forsyth, Georgia to the late Benjamin Snow, Sr. and the late Annie Mildred Morrison Snow. He is also preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Trice; brother, Benjamin Franklin Snow, Jr. Mr. Snow was an active member of First Baptist Church of Orchard Hill, where he served in multiple positions and was an active member of the Fellowship Sunday School Class. He served in the United States Navy during World War II from 1943 to 1946, aboard the LST 676 and the LST 1130. His landing craft was charged with transporting Commanding Officers and Staff ashore. He served in the Asiatic-Pacific Front, the American Theatre and the Occupation of Japan. His LST1130 was awaiting orders in the harbor when the atomic bomb was dropped on Japan. In the early ‘50’s, he owned and operated Snow’s Garage on 8th St. and in the later ‘50’s, he owned and operated Snow’s Full Service Station on Experiment St. He started work at Pomona Products and retired after 24 years in 1984 as a supervisor. Mr. Snow was a member of the RV Maps Volunteers traveling to churches/colleges doing repairs and mission work. He was a co-pilot of the Pilot Club of Griffin for the last 31 years. Mr. Snow was a master mechanic and known as a jack of all trades. He enjoyed helping neighbors and strangers with any and all problems. Converting his van he transported friends and neighbors to Dr.’s appointments and hospital visits. For the last 15 years, Mr. Snow had volunteered his time, talents and services to the Griffin Area Resource Center and Quality Living Alternatives, striving to improve life for his many buddies. He received Volunteer of the Year for several years during his time there. Survivors include his wife, of 66 years, Sara Magalene Howell Snow; daughter, Janice Snow Parker; granddaughter, Traci Parker Welch; 2 great granddaughters, Rachelmae and Adrianna Welch; several nieces and nephews; his constant companion, Precious, who will miss him greatly. The family would like to thank Brightmoor Hospice for their care and support, especially the family caregivers, Lizzie Fair and Mason Erikson. Visitation for Mr. James Eli Snow will be on Friday, March 8, 2013 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at Conner-Westbury Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 3:00pm in the Chapel of Conner-Westbury Funeral Home. Friends can visit 1 hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Westwood Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Orchard Hill, P.O. Box 64, Orchard Hill, GA 30266 or to Brightmoor Hospice, 3247 Newnan RD., Griffin, GA 30223 Conner-Westbury Funeral Home, 1891 West McIntosh Road, Griffin, is in charge of arrangements. www.conner-westburyfuneralhome.com

James Eli Snow

April 14, 1925 - March 7, 2013