Norman H. Snogles, Jr.

Mr. Norman H. Snogles, Jr., age 68, of North Utica, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2006 at the Seigenthaler Center for Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc., after a courageous battle with cancer. His loving family was by his side at the time of his passing. Born in Syracuse, NY on March 9, 1938, Norman was the son of the late Norman and Emma (Graves) Snogles. He was raised and educated in Syracuse. A proud veteran, he served his country with the U. S. Marine Corps. On July 10, 1971 he was joined in marriage with the former Ellena M. Martelli. Their lives were bound by a mutual love for each other and enhanced by the blessings and joys of family. Mr. Snogles’ employment career, like his military service, exemplified his loyal character and his work ethic. He began as a meat cutter for Loblaws, then Chicago Market, Great American, and lastly, Price Chopper, from which he retired. With his engaging personality, he established many rewarding friendships with co-workers and customers he serviced through his occupation. At one time, he served as union steward for the UFCW, a position which highlighted his dependability and his support of fellow workers he represented. Norman was an active outdoorsman and a member of the National Wild Turkey Federation. A very handy, artful, and creative person, he was an accomplished craftsman. A self taught artisan, he enjoyed and mastered the unique skills of leather working. Gifted with artistic vision and innate manual dexterity, he shared his creations with the people he loved. He was a communicant of St. Peter’s Church in North Utica. Norman is survived by his devoted wife, Ellena; his children, Mark and Eileen Snogles of Oriskany, NY, Darlene and James Vanderwood of Westmoreland, NY, David and Ginger Snogles of Nashua, NH, and Beth and Scott Van Hoover of Rochester, NY; his beloved grandchildren, Heather, Amanda, and Hillary Snogles; Kelsey and Tyler Vanderwood; Liam and Isabella Snogles; and Elijah Van Hoover. Also surviving are three brothers and sisters-in-law, Ronald and Bette Snogles of Liverpool, Donald Snogles and Linda Neuser of N. Syracuse, and Allen Snogles of Kentucky; a great aunt and uncle, Carol and Earl Snogles of Syracuse; his in-laws, Theresa and Frank A. Sportelli of Utica, Angela and Joseph A. Paolozzi, Jr., of Clinton, Dominick F. and Kathleen Martelli of PA; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. The family offers its sincere gratitude to Dr. Scott Brehaut for his friendship, professionalism, and the palliative and physical care he provided, the nurses and staff of St. Luke’s ICU, the Faxton Acute Rehabilitation Center, and the staff of the Seigenthaler Center for Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. for their expertise and compassion. Thanks also to Norman’s special friends, William Reilly and Alan Durfey for their dedication and friendship. Visitation will be held on Tuesday (today) from 5-8 p.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. For those wishing to do so, memorial contributions may be made to the Seigenthaler Center for Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc.; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Mr. Snogles’ funeral will commence on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. from the funeral home and at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter’s Church in North Utica where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Norman H. Snogles, Jr.

March 9, 1938 - July 22, 2006