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James Snodgrass Obituary
MACKINAW - James K. Snodgrass, 53, of Mackinaw, IL, passed away Monday, March 25, 2019.
Jim was born on June 10, 1965, in Carthage to Harold A. and Opal D. Burkett Snodgrass Jr. They preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was one nephew, Ethan.
Jim married Joyce D. Payne. She survives. Also surviving are five daughters, Natasha (Kenny) Yoder of Bartonville, Ariana (Jake) Stephens of Dunlap, Morgan Pace of Mackinaw, Emily (Haven Kensinger) Pace of Creve Coeur and Anna Pace of Mackinaw; four grandchildren, Jimmy, Alex, Emma and Skylar; five brothers, Mike Snodgrass of Macomb, Steve (Karan) Snodgrass of Elgin, OK, Ron (Jana) Snodgrass of Ferris, Tom (Jennie) Snodgrass of Ferris and Tim (Terri) Snodgrass of Colchester; his stepmother, Judy (Larry) Vance of Carthage; and many nieces and nephews.
Jim was a project manager at Caterpillar Tractor Company at Mossville. He was a member of Eureka Christina Church and Burnside Lodge #683 AF&AM in Carthage.
Cremation rites will be accorded. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 30, 2019, at Eureka Christian Church. The Rev. Jennie Churchman and the Rev. Amy Johnson will officiate. The family will greet friends two hours prior to services Saturday, with Masonic rites at 10:45 a.m. Burial will be at Mackinaw Township Cemetery at a later date.
Memorials may be made to Peoria Rescue Ministries, 601 SW Adams St., Peoria, IL 61602.
Haensel Funeral Home in Mackinaw is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.haenselfuneralhome.com.
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Bruce Dudley
March 21, 2020
As a Friend and co-worker, he was very compassionate to all around him.
Bruce Dudley
March 30, 2019
Jim was a wonderful person and friend. We worked together before I retired and make my working experience a blessing. My family and I are praying for you and yours. God Bless
March 30, 2019
Great person and friend. He will be missed. Praying for you and yours. God Bless
Bruce and Cindy Dudley
Jim and Jennie Weeks
March 29, 2019
Jennie and I are so sorry for the loss of Jim. He was one of the nicest individuals my wife and I had the pleasure of ever meeting and spending time with when we would have the time to spend with him. His premature death is a great loss for all of us and he will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and friends.
Take great care of yourself Jim and I look forward to playing golf with you again.
Sharon and Jerry Long
March 29, 2019
Joyce, sorry for your loss. Prayers for for you and family.
Cal Hobbs
March 29, 2019
Joyce and Family. I am very sorry to here about Jim. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him. I considered him as a very good friend . He was my go to man at Caterpillar for years. No matter what I needed he would get it correct without and problem. You and your Families are in our prayers. Psalm 23 and A Psalm of David 15 vs' 2, 3, 4 and 5. Please feel free to contact if needed
Gary Shields
March 29, 2019
Rest In Peace Brother Jim.
Jan Kruis
March 28, 2019
I am so saddened to hear of Jim's passing.
Jim was part of a very special group in the Caterpillar Truck Engine Division and always willing to help reps in the field.
When working late in any time zone, a quick call to Jim at the Truck Engine Call Center was always a great chat.
You will be missed! God Bless.
Mike Clark
March 28, 2019
I will never forget the first time I met Jim in person, after years of phone conversations. We were out and it was getting later, so I told him I needed to check in with my wife. As soon as I dialed the phone, he grabbed it and when my wife answered, he said " Mrs. Clark, this is Corporal James Snodgrass with the Peoria, Illinois Police Department informing you that your husband has been arrested for leude misconduct and his bail hearing is tomorrow at 9am. He waited a moment and then let her off the hook. What a sense of humor! He was a great colleague, and I had the utmost respect for him. His knowledge and even demeanor, no matter how difficult the situation, he could help work it out.
I am so sad at his passing. He was one of the GOOD GUYS ! What a loss for the world.
March 28, 2019
So sorry for the loss of a great guy. Smart, fun loving, I always enjoyed my time with Jim over the years. Didn't matter if over the phone or in person, Jim was always able to make you feel at ease. I'm going to miss Jim.
Nate Chase
Cleveland Brothers Cat
Pennsylvania
Matt Oliver
March 28, 2019
My prayers and thoughts goes out to his family, friends and co workers. May they find peace in these hard times. Jim was always there to help, inspire and make you laugh. He was a good friend and great man. He will be dearly missed. Rest in peace my brother.
Your Michigan Cat family.
Jack Hawkins
March 27, 2019
Jim was always good with a laugh when I had to call in and discus a problem. He will be greatly missed.
March 27, 2019
Joyce and family,
My thoughts and prayers to you in this time of loss. In addition to being a great work colleague I will always remember our visits enjoying crab cakes and corn fed beef around your dinner table! What a great friend and fraternal brother.
Gary Shields
David Marsters
March 27, 2019
Jim was a dear friend and colleague for more than a decade. I always looked forward to my trips to Peoria just so I could take time to see him. A kinder or gentler man there never was. I will miss him dearly.
March 27, 2019
Joyce and family - So, so sorry for your loss. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Mark, Shari, Kara, and Kassie Rich
Jim Mangis
March 27, 2019
Jim was a true honest friend. He was always there with a smile when you needed him. He will be missed.
March 27, 2019
Jim was not only a knowledgeable colleague but a great friend that always had a positive message for me. Jim will be missed by all his friends and business partners at Ziegler Caterpillar and will be remembers as the answer man. Rest in peace my friend. Dharl Bagley
brian sn
March 27, 2019
Jim was a great person of dedication, passion, a true friend to all and will be missed. We could always have a laugh and turn a frown into a smile. I learned a lot from Jim and will remember those great memories shared in the Cat truck group.
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