April 10, 1947 - April 13, 2023
Claude ''Jack'' Snelgrove, 76, of Murphy, Texas was called home by the Lord Jesus Christ on April 13, 2023
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Jack was born on April 10, 1947 in Batesville, Arkansas to the late Tom Snelgrove and Opal Tucker Snelgrove.
He graduated from Batesville High School in 1965. He received his BS degree from Arkansas State University in 1969 and a Master of Science degree from University of Arkansas in 1978. He retired from the United States Air Force. He enjoyed fishing, going antiquing, travelling and he especially enjoyed listening to old time gospel singing. Although, what he loved most of all was spending time with his family.
Survivors include his wife, Connie Beth (Edwards) Snelgrove of the home; son, David J. Snelgrove (Amy) of Murphy, Texas; daughter, Lisa L. Mitchell (Jim) of Orlando, Florida; sister, Tommie Snelgrove Hively (T.J.) of Fayetteville; three grandchildren, Grace Mitchell Wood, Evan Mitchell and Claire Snelgrove and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Timothy Sterling Mitchell.
Pallbearers are Evan Mitchell, Jim Price, Andy Edwards, John Shellenburger, Lee Cochran, Andrew Wood and Dr. Jake McClintock. Honorary pallbearers will be Lou Aviles, David Stewart and Phil Kaiser.
Graveside services will begin at 2:00 pm Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville, with Larry Poff officiating and T.J. Hively speaking.
Visitation will be held from 12:00-1:00 pm Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at the funeral home.
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13 Condolence(s)
Rosann & Richard Weitkamp
Friday, May 26, 2023
Connie & Family,
We are so very sorry to hear that Jack had passed away. We have lots of high school memories between all of us .
Just know that we are praying for comfort for you, Lis, & David and their families. I know you are a close family.
Love you, Connie.💜
Vicki Keen-Moore
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. This world won’t be the same without him!
Carolyn Wellons
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Dear Connie, Lisa, Grace, and family, Bill and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. It was a pleasure to get to know Jack at Grace's wedding last year and college graduation last May in Jonesboro.
We are also sorry that we are out of the country and can't attend the services today.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love, Bill and Carolyn Wellons (Pops and Kaki♥ï¸)
Sarah Wood
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Connie and Lisa,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am grateful for his life and legacy that now touches my own family. With love, Sarah Wood
Jim & Ruth Busby
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Connie, Rosann just shared with me that Jack had passed.
Jim and I want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers! May God give you and your family comfort and peace during this sad time.
Carolyn Williams Brown
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Connie, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember when you and Jack started dating! Sorry we haven't kept up with each other down through the years. God bless you and your family as you navigate this time of grief and loss. Carolyn
Louis Aviiles
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
He will be missed. He was a Very Good friend. We appreciated his wisdom. May he rest in peace.
Helen G. Musgrave
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Connie we are thinking of you and your family at this time of great loss.
Steve Bracy 870-974-4630
Monday, April 17, 2023
Connie; I was shocked to hear of the passing of Jack he was one of my best friends all through hs.
Jackie was always a great person and fun to be around. I know you will miss him. God has a special place for Jackie.
Love to you and your family.
Steve Bracy
David and Donna Stewart
Monday, April 17, 2023
Connie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family this week. I know how difficult it has been for all of you this past year. Even though, we haven't got to be together at coffee every morning, we have had a lot of good days talking to each other. It's been a good part of my life these past several years, having Jack as my friend. There aren't that many people that I actually talk to and that was something that meant a lot to me. I'm going to miss that. Connie, even though we live in different towns, please know that I would be happy to help you in any way I can. Take care and know that Donna and I keep you close to our hearts.
Linda Jobe
Monday, April 17, 2023
My thoughts and Prayers are with you, Connie and all the family. May Our Loving Heavenly Father Hold and Comfort you during this terrible time.
Betty Burge Cockrill
Monday, April 17, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Jack. My thoughts and prayers are with each of your families. May our Heavenly Father place His loving arms around you and give you peace and comfort.
Jesse Everett
Monday, April 17, 2023
Sorry for. Your loss We were friends in grade school