Robert Sean Sniffin

Robert S. Sniffin, 38, formerly of Danbury, died on Friday, June 6, 2025, at his home in New Milford. He was born in Danbury on January 18, 1987, beloved son of Patrick and Katherin (Sackett) Sniffin. Robert was a graduate of St. Gregory the Great School, Danbury High School, and Manhattanville College.
Robert was an avid reader and enjoyed acting in local theater, most recently in a production of Jesus Christ Superstar at Theaterworks in New Milford. Notably, JCS had been his first Community Theater experience decades earlier at The Brookfield Theater of the Arts.
Rob had prominent, or interesting roles on stage at St. Gregory, Danbury High School, and at Manhattanville. Among the most memorable were The Ugly Duckling in Honk, the Mayor in Seussical, Peter/Judas in JCS, and the title role in Pippin.
Rob spent more than a decade living in New York City, working in hospitality, spending time with friends, and attending shows, notably Titanique, which he saw more than 20 times. He founded Barefoot Shakespeare ten years ago with a few friends and directed, acted in, and produced many shows before separating from the company.
Those who knew Rob knew that he lived with passion, fought for people and causes that mattered to him with everything he had. Laws that discriminated or marginalized others, access to mental health, the arts and education were but a few of the things he advocated for. He had long and passionate communications with so many people on topics that they shared a common interest with including politics, theatre, cats, religion, tattoos, sharks, and the meaning of life.
Although so many people loved, supported, and helped Rob as life became challenging, he often declined as he tried so hard to maintain independence as he battled depression. What brought him the greatest joy was watching his sisters become successful professionals, wives, and mothers.
In addition to his parents, Pat and Katie, he will be sorely missed by his sisters, Megan Vo and her husband, Eric, and Emily Michalek and her husband, Ryan; his nephews Ronan and Declan, with whom he would talk for hours on end about dinosaurs. Rob was excited to welcome a third nephew in a few weeks.
He is also survived by his maternal grandfather, James T. Sackett, and dozens of aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbors, his cats, Charlie and Beri, and more dear friends than anyone could count. He made friends quickly and loved them for life. We are certain that those who mattered will have meaningful memories and signs that he is still making another point from his next life.
The family will receive friends at the Cornell Memorial Home, 247 White Street, Danbury, on Saturday, June 14th between the hours of 2:00 – 4:00pm. LP Funeral Services will be held privately. Cremation and interment will occur at a later date.
Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to TheaterWorks PO Box 836 New Milford, CT 06776.