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Rodney L. Snodgrass
1940 - 2022
Rodney L. Snodgrass
1940 - 2022
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BORN
1940
DIED
2022
Rodney Snodgrass Obituary
Rodney LaVerne “Rod” Snodgrass, 82, of North Platte, passed away December 25, 2022 at Linden Court. He was born September 24, 1940 to Leslie “Jake” and Lena (Shoemaker) Snodgrass in Omaha.
Rod was raised at Chadron State Park where his dad was superintendent. He graduated from Chadron Prep in 1958 where he loved playing basketball. Rod married Virginia Maiefski on September 16, 1961 at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Hemmingford. The couple made their home in Chadron then moved to Grand Island, where Rod worked for the state as a roads inspector. They moved to Casper, Wyoming where Rod worked for the State Roads. In 1968, they couple moved to North Platte where Rod worked at the Weigh Station and later went to work over the road trucking.
Rod enjoyed basketball and coaching basketball. He loved to play his guitar and sing. He enjoyed working on cars, hunting, fishing, camping, and following his children’s and grandchildren’s activities. Rod loved and worried about his grandchildren.
Survivors include wife, Virginia of North Platte; children, Robyn (Rudy) Perez of North Platte, Rhonda (John) May of North Platte, Jason Snodgrass of North Platte; grandchildren, Jacqueline Perez, Carissa Perez, Ashley May, Shelby Hawk; great grandchild, Avery May; nephews, Rance Beem, Troy Beem, Paul Beem; best friend since high school, Glen Grey.
Rod was preceded in death by parents, Jake and Lena; son, Leslie; grandson, Anthony May; sister, Barbara Beem.
Memorials are suggested to St. Judes Children’s Hospital. Online condolences ay be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 A.M., Thursday, December 29, 2022 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with Reverend Jon Sorenson as Celebrant. Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. Rosary will be held 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home. Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.
Lanny La Rue
December 31, 2022
Ginger I am so very sorry to learn of Rodney's passing. I have great memories of Jake & Lena, Barbara and Rodney when we would visit them at Chadron State Park. My very best to you and your family.
Marlene Crosier
December 30, 2022
Ginger and family, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Dianne and Mike DeBerard
December 29, 2022
Aunt Ginger, Robyn, Rhonda, Jason and families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Uncle Rod was one of a kind and I have so many memories of him when we were kids. Every time I hear "You are My Sunshine" I think of him. I wonder how many times we sang that with him when we were little. May your loving memories comfort all of you!
Tara Nodlinski
December 29, 2022
Praying for you guys.
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Kyle Beem
December 28, 2022
Prayers for comfort to Rod’s family and friends during this difficult time. With our deepest sympathies Love, Kyle, Corey, Raelynn, Kacey and Colt
Mark and Sheryl Schaeffer
December 28, 2022
Virginia, so sorry for your loss of Rod, may he rest in peace,....R.I.P. ...
Mike Horne
December 28, 2022
Jason, I’m very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God bless.
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