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James Snay Obituary
Sep 5, 1938 - Apr 1, 2025
Willard
James "Jim" Lawrence Snay, 86, a lifelong resident of Willard, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at his home. He was born September 5, 1938, in Willard to the late Lawrence "Buck" and Eleanore (White) Snay.
A 1956 graduate of Willard High School, Jim proudly served in the US Army from 1958 to 1960 and then joined the Army Reserves from 1960 to 1962. He worked at RR Donnelley and Sons as a senior customer service representative and retired after 39 plus years of employment.
Jim was a member of Willard Elks, American VFW Post 3430, AMVETS, and Willard Moose. He was most proud of his life membership to American Legion Post 514, where he served on Honor Guard.
Family meant a lot to Jim, and he loved them very much. He is survived by his loving wife, Adrianne "Addie" (Headley) Snay; two daughters, Mary (Steve) Wallace and Beth Snay; stepchildren, Andrea (Doug) Craven and Jon (Jeannie) Ruckman; three grandchildren, Jennifer (Josh) Ball, Courtney Slone and Kyle Slone; four great-grandchildren, Braylen Ball, Camden Ball, Cambree Hanson and Caylee Perry; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his two sons, Jon Snay and Thomas Allen Snay; grandparents, Charles and Jessie Snay and Claire and Effie White; sister, Gerry Hargrove; and nephew, Jay Hargrove.
Family and friends may visit from 5-8 p.m. Friday, April 4, 2025, at Secor Funeral Home in Willard. Private graveside service with military honors will take place at Greenwood Cemetery in Willard at a later date.
Online condolences can be left for Jim's family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
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