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1936
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2024
William Sneeringer Obituary
February 16, 1936 - April 5, 2024
Fort Collins, Colorado - William "Bill" Sneeringer, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024, due to natural causes at his daughter Anne's home in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Bill was born on February 16, 1936, in Gillespie, Illinois, to his parents, Louisa Novello Sneeringer and Sylvester Sneeringer. He led a life filled with joy, kindness, generosity, and a deep devotion to his Catholic faith. His sense of humor was contagious, bringing a smile to everyone he knew. Bill's love for God and his commitment to living a life of service and compassion were the cornerstones of his existence.
As a prayer warrior, Bill spent countless hours in prayer, meditation, and reflection, inspiring those around him with his unwavering faith. He served in the Army, was a retired LA Fireman Engineer and school administrator, dedicating his career to serving his community guided by his strong moral values.
He is survived by his sisters, Mary and Rosalie. He is preceded in death by his siblings, Lou, Catherine, and Joan. Bill has been joyfully reunited with his loving wife, Jonan Sneeringer, who passed away 16 years ago. Their love was a testament to the enduring power of devotion and companionship.
Bill was a devoted father to his eight children, Paula, Kenny, Karen, Mat, Anne, William, Patrick and Beth, and a cherished grandfather and great-grandfather to many. His family was his greatest joy, and he instilled in them the values of faith, love, and compassion.
The Requiem Mass will be a celebration of Bill's life, faith, and the impact he had on those around him. It will be held at St. Stephen the First Martyr Catholic Church in Sacramento, California, on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 12:00 noon.
Though Bill may no longer be with us in person, his spirit, love, and unwavering faith will forever live on in our hearts. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in peace, embraced by God's eternal love, reunited with Jonan in heavenly bliss.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Sneeringer
5 Entries
Leilani
November 12, 2024
Dear Sweet William! I miss you. You have taught me so much and you still continue to teach me so much! What a blessing you are and will forever be. Thank you for everything!
Eleanor Treskon
April 26, 2024
Dear Mr Sneering, may you rest in peace in our Lord. May Our Lady, Queen of Heaven have you and your beloved wife in her care.
Thank you for all you did for St. Stephen´s.
May we see you in Heaven.
With love,
-The Treskon Family
Barbara Holmes Joy
April 25, 2024
A very good Godly man who was filled with love, joy and shenanigans. He was so proud of his precious family. See you all tomorrow when we gather together to celebrate the Gift he gave to all of us who knew him.
With beautiful memories,
Barbara Holmes Joy
Mathew Sneeringer
April 21, 2024
The measure of a Man is how much he grows in love with God and how he passes it on. My father measured up as much as a Man can. My growth in love of Our Lord Jesus Christ and his Apostolic Church is because of Him and My Mother. May they by the Grace of our Lord be counted among the Church triumphant. I pray I will finish life as well as you Dad.
Joy Middaugh
April 19, 2024
I'm so grateful Uncle Bill was in my life.
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