Violet Snead Obituary
Violet Ebbert Snead of South Boston passed away peacefully at her home on July 31, 2024 at the age of 94. She was born in Harrisonburg, PA on October 4, 1929 to the late William Shoemaker Ebbert and the late Florence Lun Ebbert. She was married for 58 years to the late Otis Bowie Snead, Jr.
She was a member of Beth Car Baptist Church. Violet retired from Tultex as an inspector. She enjoyed working puzzles, watching birds and especially spending time with her family.
Left to cherish her memory:
One Son
Dan L. Snead and wife Gwynn C. Snead of Halifax
Nine Grandchildren
Ten Great Grandchildren
Five Great Great Grandchildren
Two Daughters-in-law
Rachel H. Lewis of Halifax
Angela Snead of Concord, NC
Host of Extended Family
Special thanks to Melissa Thaxton of 1st Care Hospice and Darlena Chalmers of 1st Care Personal Home Care
***Preceded in death by***
Her Sons
C. Darius Snead and Dennis H. Snead
A graveside service will be held Friday, August 2, 2024 at 4:00 P.M. at Oakland Cemetery with the Rev. Jack Stewart officiating.
The family will receive friends at her home.
For memorials, please consider Halifax County Cancer Association, P.O. Box 1891, Halifax, VA 24592.
Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, VA 24592
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