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SNOWDALL, BARBARA ELAINE Born January 17, 1923 Died September 18, 2010 Barbara Elaine Snowdall (nee Ford) passed away at home on Sept. 18, 2010. A San Diego native, she was a proud graduate of San Diego High School (Rah! Rah! Rah!) Class of 1941. She graduated from Cosmetology School and still holds an active Beauticians license. Granny (as she was called by all), is survived by big sister Gwendolyn Gibbs, daughters Clara Downes, Barbara Hager, Myra Snowdall, and Marie Snowdall; son-in-law, Walter Jackson and Kathy Nelson, 5 grandchildren 7 great grand-children and 6 great-great grand-children, 3 grand-dogs and way too many friends to list. Granny loved any chance to cheer on her extended family at SPORTS for Exceptional Athletes. She will be remembered for her warm hospitality, great cooking and readiness to play cards and gamble. A farewell party will begin at 1:00pm Sunday, Sept. 26 at El Monte Park in Lakeside. All are welcome to attend, in casual park attire, to share memories, play cards and be part of our family.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Sep. 24, 2010.

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Granny's Precious Bon-Bon

October 2, 2010

Barbara Hager

October 2, 2010

Mom was the BEST Mom & Granny EVER. I sure do miss her. Thanks Mom, for making us all what we are today. Love you and miss you terribly!

marie snowdall

September 30, 2010

i miss my mommy

Larnee Bonslater

September 27, 2010

I had the pleasure of knowing "Granny" thru her dear Daughter and Granddaughter. It was obvious where they inherited their exuberance for life and charisma! I only regret I did not get to know her more personally, but from the opportunity I had, Barbara will be truly missed and remembered always. May Your Soul Rest with Our Lord, and You have Peace Eternally. Most Humbly, Larnee Bonslater

Angela Marinelli

September 27, 2010

My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family Julie...i know what a difficult time this is for you as i recently went through the same...you were so helpful to my family during our difficult time...please call me if you need to, even just to talk & know that your Grandma is in a better place...all our love to you! Angela & Family (San Diego)

Terri Donivan

September 26, 2010

Barbie and Family - I know how much you loved your "Granny" and how much you will miss her - Bon Bon included! She made the best darn homemade noodles I ever ate! Rest peacefully!

Win, Barbara, Wal and Dor

Dorothy Jackson

September 25, 2010

I enjoyed our conversations through the years. You're a calming influence. Thank you for the great daughters you brought into the world. I'm very appreciative of having them and you in my life! Love, Dor

Pam Chaffee

September 24, 2010

Although I never met Elaine, my thoughts go out to the family especially Barbara, my friend. Elaine sounds like she was a wonderful lady and had a fantastic life. God bless her.

jennifer catren

September 24, 2010

thoughts and prayers to your family and friends she will be missed she was a nice and very sweet lady she always cheered for everyone at sports for exceptional athletes games her spirit lives on in each and everyone of us lots of love

September 24, 2010

Thoughts and prayers to Granny's family and friends. You wll be missed.

Judy Busath

September 24, 2010

I just LOVED her voice! It was as sweet as she was.
Hard to fathom, let alone think of words. She had four wonderful, lucky daughters, including my best friend (Barbara Jr.) May God Bless your whole family.

September 24, 2010

5 Generations!!!!

September 24, 2010

Christina Downes

September 24, 2010

I was honored to have been in Granny's life; she was the only grandma I had the priviledge of knowing. My thanks to Granny for raising such loving daughters, who in turn have raised their own amazing kids. I already miss you, but know that your spirit will live on in us and in so many happy memories. A big hug & kiss to you sweet lady!Rest in God's glory.

jackie steele/white

September 24, 2010

Barbara was a very loving and giving person with a great sense of humor. I'm so glad I had the chance to meet her. I know she will be missed.

Albert Massey

September 24, 2010

Our thoughts..prayers ..and condolences to the family. may "Granny" Rest in Peace.

The Massey Family Al & Dee..Vinny and Jenny

James Downes

September 24, 2010

We love you Granny and will miss you. Love Jimmany

James Downes

September 24, 2010

We love you Granny and we will all miss you. Love Jimmany

Angie Newborne

September 24, 2010

I love you granny and you will be missed. May you rest in peace now!!! Love Angie

Christina Downes

September 24, 2010

Granny, James, and Scott and family

Christina Downes

September 24, 2010

Granny, James, and Scott at family picnic at Lake Poway

Christina Downes

September 24, 2010

Jen Styer

September 24, 2010

I love and miss you GRANNY... Rest in peace, I will see you again someday! Thank you for being a great Granny!
Love always, Jennapooper...

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