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Sam Snipe Obituary
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Sam “Black” Kim Snipe, 58
Sam K. Snipe, 58 passed into the spirit world on November 3, 2019 from a sudden illness.
Sam was born in Blackfoot, Idaho on June 22, 1961 to Danielson and Bernice Tendoy Snipe.
Sam attended school in Blackfoot and he attended and graduated from Blackfoot High School. Sam worked with Water Resources Commission, FMC, and his last employment was for the Fort Hall Casino as a surveillance officer.
Sam was a member of the Native American Church. He had a deep passion for the mountains and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Every year Sam looked forward to camping and salmon fishing with his family and hunting with them in the winter. He enjoyed gambling at the casino and making people laugh. He loved all his grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them.
Sam had two sons, Benjamin (Lillian) Snipe of Lapwai ID and Samuel Kenneth “Kenny” Snipe of Ft. Washakie WY.
Sam married Priscilla Grant of Fort Hall. He did not have any children from this union, however he adopted Quentin Snipe and cared for Priscilla’s children as his own, Damon Grant, Devona Billsie, Antoinette Faulkner, Jevon Grant, Tessa Grant, and grandson Dante Billsie.
Sam is survived by his wife, Priscilla Snipe and grandchildren; his sons; sisters Betsey Wesaw and Wilma Arquette of Washington; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews, whom he helped raise.
Sam is preceded in death by his parents, Danielson and Bernice Snipe, brothers; Reynold Snipe and Dennis Snipe, sisters; Beverly Snipe, Renae Wesaw, Linda Jimmie, Rita Wettenbone; niece, Angela Snipe; paternal grandparents, John E. Snipe & Jessie Boise Snipe; and maternal grandparents, Arthur Tendoy & Kate Bigman Tendoy.
Sam will be taken to his residence on N. Siler/Osborne Road in Gibson on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, where he will remain until graveside services at 2:00 p.m. at the Gibson Cemetery on Thursday, November 7, 2019.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hawkerfuneralhome.com.
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Ameera Pebeahsy
February 15, 2022
I miss you so much grandpa:(
Vanessa Wesaw
February 8, 2020
Rest in Peace, Prayers for the whole family in this time of loss
Merdella Chippewa
November 4, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. From the Roberta Engavo Family, the Chippewas.
Linda Cutler
November 4, 2019
So sorry to hear about Sammy, deepest condolences to family and friends
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Charmayne Ellsworth
November 4, 2019
Sending my prayers and condolences. Deepest sympathy to his wife, kids, family, friends. He was a good friend. God Bless and Comfort all during this time.♡
Deb Rodriguez
November 4, 2019
Rest in perfect peace brother, love you forever.
Wayne Whitehair
November 4, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.8
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