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Joshua Michael Snowden

1985 - 2017

Joshua Michael Snowden obituary, 1985-2017, Dallas, TX

Joshua Snowden Obituary

John Michael Snowden DALLAS--United States Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joshua Michael Snowden died serving his country on Monday, July 10, 2017. FUNERAL: 11 a.m. Friday, July 28, 2017, at Church of the Incarnation, 3966 McKinney Ave., Dallas, Texas, 75204. Burial follows at 2:45 p.m. at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery. MEMORIALS: A memorial fund has been set up in honor of United States Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joshua M. Snowden. Please visit incarnation.org/josh-snowden to make a contribution. Staff Sergeant Snowden was born in Abilene, Texas, on July 22, 1985, to Gay Hayslett and Michael Snowden. He played lacrosse at Highland Park High School and immediately enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserves, later graduating from Texas State University in 2010 where he also played lacrosse. Staff Sergeant Snowden continued his military career when he was brought on active duty in July 2012 and remained as such until his passing. Snowden, or simply "Snow" by all who knew him, was a man who loved God, his family and friends, and his country. He was an avid lover of Texas Country music, grilling steaks, and working on his truck all at the same time whenever possible. He was preceded in death by his older brother, Eric Snowden, and by both sets of grandparents. His death is a shock to family and friends; however there is comfort knowing he is in heaven with the Father and reunited in spirit with his brother. SURVIVORS: His father, Michael; mother, Gay; and second father, Rick; as well as his sister, Sara; and brothers, Drew, Tyler, Greg, and Bryan survive him. SPARKMAN/HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME Dallas, 214-363-5401 View and sign guestbook at www .star-telegram.com/obobituaries

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jul. 23, 2017.

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David K. Schmertz

July 13, 2018

It's been a little over a year since I had the opportunity to meet Joshua Michael Snowden, I Ubered Joshua to the airport on July 10th 2017. Only for a brief moment in time but one I will never forget. Thank You For Your Service To Our Great Country. R.I.P

CHE

July 12, 2018

SEMPER FI OLD FRIEND.

F.D.

July 7, 2018

Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1, 2

August 2, 2017

Josh and I went to elementary school together until he moved. We wrote each other back and forth for several years until the internet became popular. I am saddened to hear about his death. Your family is in my prayers!!

David K Schmertz

July 29, 2017

I believe the Monday of Joshua's death I picked him up in Wellington Florida and took him to Palm Beach International Airport for a flight to North Carolina, he said thru conversation that he was a Marine and on his way to Arizona and had to be there that afternoon.He did say that he did say that his orders had to be approved so he could board the flight from PBI to North Carolina.As we arrived at the airport I wished him well on getting the orders approved so he could board the Delta flight.I will never forget last words I said to him, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY. May he Rest In Peace and my sincere condolences to his family. David K. Schmertz, Lake Worth Florida. (Uber Driver)

Rick Steinocher

July 28, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of SSgt Snowden at this time of your loss.

Semper Fi Devil Dog

Rick Steinocher
Sgt USMC 1982-1993

Diana Anthony

July 28, 2017

Sincere condolence in you time of loss. Thank you for your service Joshua.

Kari Smith

July 28, 2017

Our most sincere condolences. May you find strength in the many memories your hold close to your heart.
Rest In Peace Sno

Audrey and Jon Early

July 27, 2017

We would like to express our deepest sympathies on the loss of your son in this tragic accident.

We will also be at DFW National Cemetery tomorrow at 2 pm to lay my father to rest.

May God hold you in his arms.

Sincerely,
Audrey Early, daughter
TSgt R. F. Brookins, Retired, Deceased

Debbie Wilson

July 26, 2017

Mike, Gay and family...it's been years since we've talked and we just now discovered Joshua Michael was your son. We never knew him but are both so very sorry for your loss. Your hearts must be full of love and pride for such a wonderful son. The information about Eric also saddened us deeply...I will always remember him as a little boy with blonde hair, running and laughing. You are all in our prayers.....Tom and Debbie Wilson and family

Allison Partridge

July 26, 2017

As a Marine Mom, I am ever so proud of your service to our country and I know how much you loved serving! Every Marine and Marine Families all across this U.S. grieve with your family. May God Bless Your Family and Give Peace and Comfort, to them in this time of sorrow.

Tuan Bui

July 24, 2017

Rest In Peace!!!

DS

July 23, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tina Bynum

July 21, 2017

Josh,
You will always be in our hearts! Thank you for being such a wonderful example of what we all need to strive to be! Our loss is heaven's gain! I love you cousin!
Tina Bynum

Ted & Jessica Casiano

July 19, 2017

With sadden hearts we send our prayers, condolences, and love to the family and loved ones of Joshua Snowden.... Someone once told me "a man never dies until he is forgotten", we hold these words close to our hearts, as Snow will never be forgotten as we will carry him in our hearts for lifetimes upon lifetimes. We miss his magnetic personality, the laughs and conversations over a cold beer at golf, and his unforgettable movie star smile. Snow will live on in our thoughts and hearts everyday. Until we meet again my friend... May God bless you, and may God bring peace and healing to family and all others who's hearts are aching from missing you. ♡

Counsel On Call

July 19, 2017

Rick and family,
Your Counsel On Call friends are so sorry to learn of your son's death. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Robert McIntosh

July 18, 2017

Prayers for the family and friends. Snow was a great Marine and a phenomenal man the world is lesser without him. I'm thankful that I knew him.

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Church of the Incarnation

3966 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX

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Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery

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7405 West Northwest Highway, Dallas, TX 75225

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