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Eloise SNOW Obituary

Eloise Betty Snow, formerly of Vinton, died Saturday, December 14, 2013. She was born January 23, 1921. She was preceded in death by her husband, Damon C. "Hank" Snow Sr. Eloise moved from Waukon, Iowa, to Los Angeles, Calif., during World War II becoming a Rosie the Riveter while working on airplanes. She lived a life full of history, loved traveling and her family.
Surviving are her sons, Damon Snow Jr. and wife, Lou, and Daniel Snow and wife, Bridget; daughter, Shirley Huffman and husband, Pete; son, David Snow and wife, Deborah; 11 grandchildren, Crystal (David) Allen, Dana (Jhon) Quevedo, Brandi (Logan) Williams, Billy Anderson, Joe (Debi) Anderson, Michael (Laci) Anderson, Bridget Ann Snow, Heather (Roger) Robinson, Ashley Thurman, and Misti and Charlie Snow; 12 great- grandchildren, Austin and Briahna Allen, Aryanna Quevedo, Logan Jr. and Mason Williams, Joshua, Liam and Katie Anderson, Addison Anderson, Ethen, Meredith, and Hank Robinson; and numerous friends, nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at noon Saturday, December 21, 2013, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, December 20, 2013 at the funeral home, 540-9822-2221. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Rosie the Riveter Association or to the National D-Day Memorial. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.Oakeys.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Dec. 20, 2013.

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Mary Anne

December 21, 2013

Aunt Eloise was one of a kind. She was full of life and love. I can still hear her "Liza Me!" She will be missed...you all have my deepest sympathy.

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Joe Anderson

December 18, 2013

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December 18, 2013

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December 18, 2013

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December 18, 2013

Rhonda Laprad

December 18, 2013

"Granny" was a one of a kind lady. She always made us feel very welcome in her home and we have so many wonderful memories there with her and Hank. We love you Granny and will miss us so much. David and Rhonda Laprad

December 17, 2013

Sorry for your loss.Cathy Sheeley McMillan

December 17, 2013

My wishes for comfort in many fond memories. So sorry for your loss. Diane McMillan Seibert

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