MERLE SNOW Obituary
GREENSBORO — Merle Ray Snow, 59, a resident of Greensboro died Sunday March 3, 2013 at Beacon Place. Merle was born June 7, 1953 in Dobson, the son of Oliver Tilman and Wilma Miller Snow. He was a graduate of Ragsdale High School, Class of 1971 and had served in the NC National Guard. He was a sales representative for cabinet companies until his health began to decline. Merle was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Greensboro.
He was preceded in death by his father.
On September 1, 1973 he was married to Constance "Connie" Priddy who survives of the home. Surviving in addition to his wife Connie are two sons, Travis Ray Snow and wife Cristi of Kernersville, Dusty Lee Snow and wife Deanna of High Point; his mother and step-father, Wilma Snow Smith and husband Allen of Thomasville; his sister, Melodye Hadley and husband Rick of Siler City, nieces Debra Wright and Laura Irvin both of Raleigh; his brother, Mitchell Snow and wife Tammy of Thomasville, niece Gracie Snow, nephew Brandon Snow both of Thomasville; nephews, Nicholas Cornelison of High Point, Christopher Cornelison of Jamestown and two grandchildren, Cooper and Mason Snow.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Hanes-Lineberry Funeral Home Sedgefield Chapel conducted by Reverend Hoyt Mason. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 1 p.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Beacon Place, 2500 Summit Ave., Greensboro, NC 27405.
Online condolences can be made at www.haneslineberryfuneralhomes.com
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Gracie Snow
April 2, 2014
I miss u uncle Merle I will always love you and I know u might be in heaven with god but you will always be with us
Sherry Hanes
November 21, 2013
Connie and family, I just found out today and we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our families had a lot of good times together that I will remember always. We are sending lots of Prayers to you, Love Tony, Sherry Hanes and family.
Cary Mullinnix
May 2, 2013
Merle the Pearl was a business associate that I got to know over the last 25 years. I will truly miss him and remember him fondly.
Craig Billings
March 11, 2013
Connie, Melodye & Mitch,
I'm so sorry to hear about Merle. He was always fun to be around. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
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Sue Allred MintonTrinity
March 10, 2013
Just found out about Merle.Wish I would have known sooner.Joey and I would have come to the funeral.Our prayers are with the family.Love you all.
Sue Allred Minton
Melody Malone Barto
March 8, 2013
Your journey is over and you can rest now. I'm so sorry that didn't get to meet and know you. I wish I could have. My thoughts are always with you , Sincerely
Karen Coltrane
March 7, 2013
Melodye & Mitch,
Merle was a very special person. Great personality & humble spirit, everyone loved Merle. I remember Merle riding the school bus w/me in elementary school. Then later he drove a bus.
He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Love ya,
Karen Kersey Coltrane
Sandi Linville
March 7, 2013
Dusty, Deanna, Cooper and Mason,
May God be with you during this difficult time. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Beverly & Tom Foster
March 7, 2013
Merle was such a great guy always a smile and seem to love life to the fullest. He will be missed by his Ragsdale family!! class of "71"
Gracie Snow
March 7, 2013
Dear Melodey & Mitch,
Hope things get better
Love you so much
March 7, 2013
May God be with you in your time of sorry. Joe Stigall
Harold Wilson
March 7, 2013
Sorry for your loss... Merle was a good guy... I have great memories of our past!!
He will be missed!!!!
Danny McCoy
March 7, 2013
Connie and family.. so sorry to hear of the loss of Merle. A true Jamestownian...I will always remember him and his van everywhere he was needed in helping the kids at JYL. You could always depend on Merle to do his part and some! Always with a smile!!
Lynne Kennedy
March 7, 2013
Those pictures are fabulous. They brought back so many wonderful memories. Especially the cheerleader. I do remember that. Haha. Merle was such a special guy. He would always cheer you up with that sweet smile. I'm so lucky to have known him.
Bonnie and Mike Maready
March 7, 2013
Connie, Travis and Dusty,
We have wonderful memories of times spent together. Merle had the biggest heart. Gone too soon, old friend....
Love and sympathy to all of you.
Sue Morgan Elliott
March 7, 2013
Merle will always be remembered for being just a great guy. He was funny and kind. I am praying for you all that God will comfort you. Take joy in knowing he was loved by many.
Mike and Gail Smith
March 6, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kay & Lanny Miller
March 6, 2013
Connie , Wilma and family , So sorry for your loss of Merle . It's been quite a while since we have made it up your way to visit . Please know that Lanny and I are keeping you in our prayers and our thoughts . If we can't get there for the service we'll be there in spirit . We love all of you .
Melody Malone Barto
March 6, 2013
Snow Family, please accept my condolences. I , personally never had the opportunity to meet Merle Snow. It was always a hope of mine that I would. You were given the tremendous gift of Grace by being able to be with, and care for him in his illness. Some never know that feeling.
In these moments when your heart feels so empty because he's no
longer here, look to your memories to fill that spot. Again some, like my
self will never know that feeling. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Sincerely
Beverly Jensen
March 6, 2013
Merle was in many of my classes in Jr. High and High School. I always thought of him as such a great person.He had such a contagious smile and was always a joy to be around. I enjoyed catching up at the class reunions. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Merle's family and friends.
Chip & Jake Burch
March 6, 2013
Connie, Travis and Dustin: Your family has crossed my mind many times over the years as I've remembered when our children were small. Chip and I were so saddened to read of Merle's passing. He always gave us a big laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley Davis
March 6, 2013
It was such a pleasure to have known Merle. He was always upbeat and jovial.He came to my 55th birthday party & made everyone happy and kept them laughing. What a dear friend whom I thought alot of. Bless you and your family. Love, Shirley Davis
Marion Collins
March 6, 2013
My heartfelt prayers are with the entire Snow family.
Melba York
March 6, 2013
Rest in Peace to the best friend I have ever known. I shall never forget you. Prayers of peace and comfort to all the family.
Johnny Cranford
March 6, 2013
Knew Merle since 2nd grade. He was always such a joy to be around!!! Rest in peace my dear friend!!!
Ginger Swaim
March 5, 2013
Dusty,Deanna, Cooper and Mason,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. May God surround you all in his loving care and give you comfort.
Ronnie Watts
March 5, 2013
Merle never met a stranger, he'll be missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roger Chance
March 5, 2013
Taught Merle history at RHS. Helluva nice guy. I really hate losing my kids.
Jim Shores
March 5, 2013
Merle, you where a good friend. So many years have past since I have seen your broad smile or heard your laugh. But I will never forget either. Rest in peace, my brother.
Ronnie Watts
March 5, 2013
Merle never met a stranger, no doubt he will be missed by all that knew him, our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
March 5, 2013
Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
We love you.
Mike and Sandy Justice
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