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Chet Snow Obituary
Chester W. Snow III, longtime Charlotte realtor, passed away peacefully in his home among his family on Saturday, March 20, 2010, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Chet is survived by his son Brandon Snow and his dog Maggie, parents, Chet Snow Sr. and Mary Snow, brothers Vance Snow and Doran Snow, sisters Melanie Snow, Tara Wilson, and Michel Snow Lapalombella. Chet is predeceased by his mother, Mary Lou Brown. 'Uncle Chet' will also be missed by many loving nieces and nephews.
Chet was born October 4, 1950 in Cleveland, Ohio and grew up in Athens, Georgia. He moved to Charlotte at the age of 17 to join his father and mother at Chet Snow Realtors. Upon their retirement in 1986, he established Snow & Associates Realtors.
Chet graduated from UNC-Charlotte in Business Administration in 1972 and was a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He faithfully served the fraternity in several advisory capacities after his graduation and remained true friends and brothers with many. Chet also served on the Center for Real Estate Advisory Board at UNC-Charlotte. He was the youngest recipient of the Realtor of the Year in Charlotte, in 1985. He was also a past president of the Charlotte Board of Realtors, (1983). Chet chaired numerous committees at the Charlotte Board of Realtors as well as a director of the N.C. Association of Realtors.
Chet's passions were his family, friends and animals. Chet never met a stranger and will be missed by his uncountable legion of friends. Chet touched many lives in profound ways. His love, humor, and loyalty defined his character. In addition, he WAS a character, truly the life of any gathering.
'There is no higher inspiration for any man than to be a good man, a good citizen, and a good, son, brother, father.' Chet was all of these.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude for the multitudes of people who reached out to Chet and his family throughout his illness. Your care, love and friendship have been beyond words.
The visitation will be held at Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 beginning at 12:30 p.m. with the celebration of Chet's life immediately following at 3:00. Pastor Emeritus Kenneth Craig, assisted by Dr. Larry Mitchell, will conduct the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice & Pallative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 East 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28204, or to the charity of choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Chet Snow
Michel Snow Lapalombella
March 20, 2025
My heart aches for my big brother today. He was everyone´s friend but a brother like no other to me. He was gruff and boisterous and picked on me relentlessly but would have walked through fires to help me and anyone he loved. I love you Chet. You are missed!
Ted Kelly
March 16, 2025
We blazed paths together for 20 years, in the Professional Standards field, for the National Association of Realtors. I still love and miss Chet. We are brothers by choice.
Tracy Coonradt
March 17, 2011
Special Man always in my heart
Teddy Kelly
March 17, 2011
I think of my friend quite often. There were none like him, yet he was a kindred spirit to so many. We shared a lot of great times, broke a few molds and blazed a few new paths together. A brother and a friend for eternity. I love the "Snowman."
Bonnie Tolbert
April 25, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Bonnie Faulkner Tolbert
AHS Class of '68
Wayne Casper
April 23, 2010
We went to school with Chet.Our prayers are with the family.Sincerly Wayne and Wey Casper
March 29, 2010
Brandon, I knew your father only through the love of his son. Your dedication and determination to demand the best tells of a father who had to be incredible. Thank you so much for allowing me into your life and the life of your father. Take care you yourself and please contact me if I can be of any help to you.
Anyema Graham-Haynes, RN CCM
BCBSNC
RON NELMS
March 26, 2010
CHOW DOWN CHETLEY A E K D B YOU WERE BEST MAN IN MINE AND KATHY'S WEDDING JUNE 17, 1972 I AM SO SORRY WE HAVE NOT KEPT IN TOUCH, BUT I WILL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE A E K D B
Cindy Chandler
March 24, 2010
Chet Jr "took me in" when I first got involved in the Realtor Association. I saw him as one of the in crowd and he quickly made me feel a part of it too. I'll forever picture him @ the pool party, smiling and making people feel special. What a gift. Yup, Chet, we will miss you, we are sad but we also are thankful you were in our lives...
STICHER
March 24, 2010
Since eighth grade Chet has been a great friend who has left us thousands of great memories. He knew no clique. He was accepted and appreciated by all. The Class of '68 will never be the same.
"Send Miss Ruby out for gin and don't let a sober Senior in. When we yell we yell like HELL for the glory of Athens High. Gooooooooo.....TROJANS." We love you and miss you Chester. Cliff Sticher and the rest of the Athens Crowd.
Jackie Ricks-Sample
March 23, 2010
I had the priviledge of knowing Chet through the NC Association of Realtors. He was fun loving, dedicated and became a treasured friend. I'll always remember and miss my "Snowman."
Renee Quietmeyer
March 23, 2010
My love and sympathy to all of you. Words can not express the loss and love in my heart for this dear friend of over 30 years. I can still hear him on the phone..Snowman here..where you at EDGE. Angie,Brandon,Chet Sr.,Mary and all the rest of the family..Rusty and Fran my love to you all. Renee
Sue Dunn Williams
March 23, 2010
I met Chet in 1981 being a new realtor in Greenville NC. He was the best. I always enjoyed his sense of humor and the laughter he generated. My prayers are with your family. Sue Dunn Williams, 2007 President Greenville Pitt Association of Realtors
DeeDee Riley
March 23, 2010
I first met Chet in the late 70's at a pig pickin' and can still see him dancing around in his apron. What a wonderful man... full of love and laughter, and such an inspiration to so many people, personally and professionally, highly respected in the real estate industry. "Some people come into our lives and quickly go, move our soul to dance, leave footprints in our hearts, and we are never the same." Rest in peace, my friend.
Roger Price
March 23, 2010
i will never forget Chet's kindness and friendship for checking on my elderly parents in the neighborhood until the end of their days. A fine, fine man!
The Deason Family
March 23, 2010
Our family has so many fond memories of Chet. May God be with your family during this time and give you comfort knowing he is at peace.
March 23, 2010
Chet was an original and ethusiastic supporter of the Center for Real Estate at UNC Charlotte. Part of his legacy will be his positve impact on providing a program for students who want to study real estate at his beloved alma mater. Steve Ott (UNC Charlotte)
Rodney Kale
March 23, 2010
We will miss your love and laughter heard around the world. Much love and may you now rest in peace without pain in Our Loving Father's Arms. Brandon we are here for you
Donna, Rodney, Lauren, Travis and Griffin
March 23, 2010
Chet was such a great person - he will be missed by so many. I had many a fun time with Chet and will also cherish those memories. Tracy Coonradt, Goldsboro, NC
March 23, 2010
AEKDB Brother Snow...without you Kappa Sigma at UNCC would not have been what it is today. Thank You
March 22, 2010
I meet Chet when he first moved to Charlotte,He was always a friend to me and my father Mack Withrow. We will meet again old friend! God Bless!
Andy Withrow
Andy Withrow
March 22, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Nell Best-Stephenson
March 22, 2010
Brandon & Angie
May God be very near you at this time of deepest sorrow to comfort you and grant you strength to meet each new tomorrow.
Janet Breedlove
March 22, 2010
Snow Family...I will never forget when I first met Chet at one of the NC Realtors Conventions..in recent years we had become GREAT BUDDIES and I always looked forward to the calls and hearing him say BREEDLOVE..how are you? I will miss my friend who was a friend to many!! May GOD bless each of you!!!
OLEN FURR
March 22, 2010
I KNEW CHET AS A FRIEND AND IN BUSINESS FOR OVER 30 YEARS. WE HAVE LOST SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON,
Pam Shue
March 22, 2010
Brandon, Chet Sr., our precious Mary, Vance, Doran, Melanie, Tara, and Michel - I never had the honor of meeting Chet Jr. but I know Mary well. I have read every entry here and know that Chet Jr. was a honorable man who brought joy to everyone who met him and those who knew him. My family loves you all and prays for each of you. Chet Jr. is free from pain and suffering now and is walking the streets of gold. May God bless and be with your family.
Leigh Ann Lindsey
March 22, 2010
Snow family. I miss you all and love and I'm so sorry that you are having to go through this. I enjoyed many times with Chet, Jr and truly enjoyed his personality. I am glad he is no longer living in pain and has moved on to be with his maker. My love to you all.
Annie Raborn
March 22, 2010
May God hold you in his Arms, I knew Chet from working with him over the years. He touch many lifes, not sure he even knew how many. He had a wonderful smile.
tim b
March 22, 2010
Brandon,
We'll all miss Chester every day!
I'm glad I had the honor of knowing your dad...There will never be another
like him.
Peggy English
March 22, 2010
Brandon and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers with the loss of your Dad, Chet. My son, Brad, and I have many fond memories of all the good times we had with him. May God give you strength during this difficult time in your life....Peggy (Ellis) English
Peggy (Ellis) English
March 22, 2010
Brandon and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers with the loss of your Dad, Chet. My son, Brad, and I have many fond memories of all the good times we had with him. May God give you strength during this difficult time in your life....Peggy (Ellis) English
Dawn Alligood
March 22, 2010
Dear Brandon and family,
My deepest sympathy. I was fortunate to marry into the KE family where Chet was one of the first Brothers I met. He truly was a kind man that I will always hold close to my heart.
Warm regards,
Dawn Alligood
aka Snakewoman
March 22, 2010
Brandon and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I went to UNCC with Chet and served on several committees with him as well as attended many of his fraternity functions. We always had a great time with him in the room. My last time with him was at a Panther game.He loved life and that is certain a celebration. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deb Thevaos
Sandy Arneson
March 22, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. I was one of Chet's nurses at University Hospital and he was a favorite patient to many of us. He will be greatly missed. All the best to his wonderful family.
Edye Caldwell
March 22, 2010
Dear Brandon and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time Chet was a neighbor and I prayed for him each time I walked by his house. He is at peace now, and may God bless you at this time. Sincerely
Edye, (Chuck Caldwell's ) Mom
Leanna Hancock
March 22, 2010
Chet and his family are very special to all of us at CMC Main Progressive Care-- we all grew to love him during his long stay with us. Thoughts and prayers for the family and friends. You will be missed Chet!
Mitch Ruhl
March 22, 2010
Today as with the rain the tears also fell.Chet was my neighbor the best one could have but much more important he was a friend. He leaves behind much joy. Peace
Miriam Moore
March 22, 2010
It is so sad to hear this news. I know he has had a long tough battle. I pray that you will be comforted by remembering all his good fun times.
Miriam & Jesse Moore
Griffin Companies
Scott Williams
March 22, 2010
Brandon and Family,
It was an incredible pleasure to be a neighbor and friend to you and your Father, Chet. He will be missed, but always in my thoughts. He always greeted me at the fence, with a smile and a joke. A great man and with a huge heart.
My laughs and prayers for you and Chet.
Debbie Lee
March 22, 2010
Brandon, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a "Great Man full of love and life"... His laughter and great big smile are cherished memories Chastity and I will never forget. Chet was a true friend to myself and many others. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Garner Family
March 22, 2010
So sorry for you loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Mona Hill
March 22, 2010
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Caldwell
March 22, 2010
Brandon and Angie I am so sorry for your loss. Chet was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed. You are continually in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your families.
Susan Caldwell
March 22, 2010
Brandon and Angie, I am so sorry for your loss. Chet was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed. You both are continually in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your families.
March 22, 2010
Brandon and family,
It is so hard to believe that Chet has left us. The last 2 years have been such a battle for him as well as you. You are in my thoughts and prayers and please do no hesitate to call me if you need anything. We can all rest better knowing that he is in a much better place with no pain and can smile and cut up like the Chet we all knew and loved so much. I am proud to call Chet a friend and I will miss him dearly! Until we meet again, rest in peace my friend.
Shannon Starnes
Ted Kelly
March 22, 2010
Chet was a brother by choice. The times we shared are among my cherished memories. A champion of Professional Standards in our industry, Chet was always available to help those with questions and to teach those that wanted or needed to learn. Forever in my heart, his sense of humor will be the smile I will always remember.
March 22, 2010
Brandon and family,
I am so saddened by this news. Your father was one of my BEST friends in college and I can't imagine this world without his smile. He even served on the cheerleading squad with me! Even long after graduations and marriages, he continued to stop by my mother's house to visit and send regards to me and my husband. That's the kind of friend he was to all! Truly, a part of the Charlotte died along with him and it will NEVER be the same. Rest in Peace, Sweet Friend!
DeeDee Vaughan Moore
Charlotte class of '72
March 22, 2010
Never a subtle presence, Chet loved and laughed deeply. Qualities that the world needs more of.. . Jimmy Wilson, Midland NC
Debbie England
March 22, 2010
Brandon, I am so sorry for your lost. Chet was a great man. He most definitely was a man of laughter. We had many good times at Lanny's. You and your family are in my prayers. I know that he is very proud of you for being the strong (son) that you are. May God give you the strenght through all of this. Stay sweet and take care of yourself.
Peter Thevaos
March 22, 2010
Chet Sr., Brandon and family, My most sincere sympathies to you on the loss of Chet Jr. I did not know of his illness but do know that he is at peace now. God has a way of healing us all and 'Zoi se Sas', long life to those loved ones he left behind.
March 22, 2010
Brandon,
Words can not express the loss of Chet’s family, friends and the Charlotte Community.
My payers are with you and your family.
Christine Stevens
Charlotte NC
Gary Meyfohrt
March 22, 2010
Chet will be missed. I am fortunate to have know him for over 35 years. He was a fraternity brother and true friend and has touched my life as well as so many others, in countless ways through out the years. My prayers are with his family. May God be with you.
Gary Meyfohrt
Ron Cooper
March 22, 2010
Chet was a great guy who loved to laugh.....he carried a smile on his face and I can't ever remember it missing. After a long battle Chet is free again to laugh and smile....Good Bye Chet
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