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James Snipes Obituary
He was preceded in death by his father, Howard "Buddy" Snipes; and his mother, Earline Stephens Snipes.
Survivors include his loving wife, Charlotte "Polly" Ballard Snipes of Fosters; daughters, Charlotte Strickland (John) of Sellers, Pamela Cochran (Paul) of Fosters, Jimmie Carol Snipes-McCulley of Brownsboro; son, Jarrod Snipes (Amy) of Carrollton; 12 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind two brothers, Houston Snipes (Fayne) of Cottondale and Darrell Snipes (Judi) of Fosters; a sister, Dianne Pate (William) of Cottondale; and many nieces, nephews, one godchild and beloved friends.
Pallbearers will be Mike Cline, Terry Pate, Lewis Tunnell, Johnny Strickland, Tristan McCulley and Trevor McCulley, Jennifer Strickland and Jessica Strickland.
Honorary pallbearers are Bernie Gomez, Chasity Sanders (God Granddaughter), Leroy McAbee, employees of McAbee Construction, Willie Foster, DCH 6th Floor South staff, DCH MICU staff, Dr. George Miller and Dr. William Hill.
James worked for McAbee Construction for 34 years before retiring.
Statement from children: Our daddy was a great daddy to all of us. He worked very hard every day to provide a great home and lifestyle for all of us kids. He went above and beyond of what he had to do. We all love him so very much for being the kind man and daddy that he was. Daddy, you will be missed forever.
Statement from wife: James loved his family, his church, but most of all, he loved his Savior, Jesus Christ. He did Bible study every day that he was able to and he was a prayer warrior. We were happily married for 50 years, and I will miss his companionship, his love towards me and that daily relationship that can only come from a sweet closeness with Jesus. I will miss him dearly.
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Memories and Condolences
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Pam Snipes Cochran
September 5, 2019
Daddy, I still miss you so much. Many things have changed since you left us. Although we thought we were ready for you to meet Jesus and suffer no more, we emotionally were not. There is still such a void that will never be filled in my heart. You are with me always.
Jarrod "Lightnin" Snipes
September 1, 2015
I am so blessed and so thankful for you being the funny, loving, giving, caring, and crazy daddy that you were to me. It has been over a week now and it hasn't gotten any easier for me, but I know that you are walking with Jesus now. You will always be loved and missed here. Again, thank you for being the daddy that you were and always will be! Love you!
Lynn Laham (Ready)
August 28, 2015
Dear Mrs. Snipes and Loved Ones....I worked with James in Cedar Springs and mostly knew him through my mother, Lorene Cook Vice. My memories of James are of a kind, sweet, funny man that would help anyone if he could. I've thought of him often through the years and always with thankfulness over his kindness to my family. I know he will be missed greatly but find comfort in the reassurance that only his body is gone from it's earthly form. His soul and spirit reside with The Lord and he will one day be reunited with his new body and all of Gods children will see each other again and live for eternity in our Saviors wonderful presence. May God give you peace and contentment only He can give. Lynn Laham (Ready)
Sherline Hudson
August 28, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I met James when he worked with McAbee in Cedar Springs GA. He was the nicest person, always funny. He used to come to our doctors for his labs and such. He was a good friend of my moms and step dad also. Such a super sweet person. Prayers for all the family.
Bill & Janice Snipes
August 28, 2015
Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. We can't make it to the funeral but we will be thinking of you. Jared, if we can do anything for you, please let me know.
Lindy Noland
August 28, 2015
Much love and prayers to each of you! Praying for God to hold you tight and that you will feel His arms around you! Polly, you have been a wonderful wife and partner for James. What a beautiful example of how a woman should love her husband! I will continue to pray for each of you!
August 28, 2015
So sorry to hear of James passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family?
Tommy & Brenda Franklin
August 27, 2015
We are sorry for your loss! Will be thinking of you and family during this difficult time.
Donna Sherrill-Sabatino
August 27, 2015
James was one of my Mom's favorite nephews, well they were all favorites, but I am saddened to hear of the loss and all I remember hearing about James is what an upstanding wonderful person he was. Uncle Buddy and Aunt Earline will welcome him as well as our other family members.
Cindy Fulmer
August 27, 2015
My prayers and thoughts have been with his family. May God give each of you comfort and hold you closer than ever.
Lorene "Cook" Vice
August 26, 2015
James, may you rest peaceful in God's great light. You will forever be missed. Peace, my friend.
Martha (Sunshine) Braughton
August 26, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
JC Snipes-McCulley
August 26, 2015
Daddy, I praise God that you are home with Him now. I know through the blood of Jesus that you are happy and no longer in pain. I know that you wouldn't want to come back even if you could. I know you've now seen the face of God. I'm praising Him but crying at the same time. I know it's selfish of me, but I miss you. I wish you could see how many people you touched in your time here. I was lucky to have had you for a father, but blessed to have had you for a dad. I love and miss you, Daddy.
Angie and Ray Cork
August 26, 2015
Always loved talking to Mr. Snipes , on the route , going miss him , Praying for the Family and the days to come .
Gary and Stephanie Poole
August 26, 2015
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Linda Hawthorne
August 26, 2015
James was our neighbor for several years, he and his wife Polly were very special friends.
August 25, 2015
James Snipes was a wonderful friend. He helped everyone, he loved his family. He will be missed greatly by so many co-workers and friends.
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