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In memory of

Carl Snook

of Midland, South Dakota, died on Saturday, June 11, 2005 at the Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City at the age of 61

Carl Levi Snook was born on February 17, 1944 in Midland, South Dakota, the son of Clair and Sylvia (Peters) Snook. He graduated from Midland High School in 1962, then attended Southern State Teacher’s College at Springfield for a short time before returning to the beloved ranch, his favorite "spot" on earth.

Carl was united in marriage to Patricia Fenwick on August 8, 1964, in Midland. They purchased a farm in Meade County where they lived for a time before returning to the homestead, located seven miles north of Midland. Carl then spent the rest of his life living and working on the homestead first with his father, until his father’s retirement in 1986. Then Carl’s son Gary joined Carl in operating the ranch until the time of his death.

Carl attended St. William Catholic Church in Midland. He served on the Midland Board of Education for eight years, was a former member of the Midland Area Jaycees, Bad River Dance Club, Midland Alumni Association, PTA, and Prairie Champions 4-H Club. His four grandchildren were the joys of his life.

Grateful for having shared his life are his wife Pat; one son Gary Snook and his wife Deborah of Midland; one daughter Lori Konst and her husband Tracy of Sturgis; four grandchildren Gavin and Garrett Snook, and Brooke and Brett Konst; his mother Sylvia Snook of Midland; a sister Gene Hudson and her husband Dick of Midland; a brother Lelan Snook and his wife Carol of Alton, Illinois; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Carl was preceded in death by his father Clair Snook, a sister in infancy; and all of his aunts and uncles.

Visitation was held 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 13, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at St. William Catholic Church in Midland.

Christian funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, at St. Williams Catholic Church in Midland, with Father Ron Garry officiating.

Interment was in the Midland Cemetery.

A memorial is established.

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL SERVICE
10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, 2005
St. William Catholic Church
Midland, South Dakota

CLERGY
Father Ron Garry

ALTAR SERVERS
Marla and Dace Kelly

MUSIC
Barb Petoske – Organist
Barb Jones – Vocalist
"Amazing Grace"
"On Eagles Wings"
"Be Not Afraid"

USHERS
Roy Hunt – Mickey Daly

PALLBEARERS
Ronnie Sammons – Gene Jones
Dick Nemec – Shorty Jones
Chuck Zuccaro – Jerry Engelhaupt

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

INTERMENT
Midland Cemetery
Midland, South Dakota

"Granddad"

An arm that I can lean on
A hand that shows the way
A shoulder for my comfort
A smile that makes my day

Your wisdom for the asking
Your strength when I request
Of all that granddads there are
God gave to me the best.

CHRISTIAN FUNERAL SERVICE
10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, 2005
St. William Catholic Church
Midland, South Dakota

  • With sincere sympathy our prayers are with you. ~ Bob & Susan Marrington 1400 E. Washington, Riverton, WY 82501 (6/11/2005)
  • I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Carl was a wonderful person and he always had a smile to make you feel good. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am sorry I could not be there for the funeral. ~ Kathy Larson Cedar Rapids, IA (6/11/2005)
  • Sylvia, Pat, Gary, Lori and family - We were so sorry to hear of Carl's tragic accident. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Pat & Sandra Jones Wessington Springs, SD (6/11/2005)
  • . ~ Rae Crowser Philip, SD (6/11/2005)
  • Our greatest sympathies to all of you involved in this tragedy - especially to those who loved him best. May God comfort you and walk closely with you as He heals the your broken hearts. ~ Rocky & Rebecca Williams Philip, SD (6/11/2005)
  • Dear Sylvia, Pat, and family: I am so sorry for your loss, a very important person who cannot be replaced. May God be especially close to you at this time. ~ Beryl (Addison) Geer PO Box 2018, Gillette, WY 82717-2018 (6/11/2005)
  • Slyvia, Pat, Gary, Lori and families: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort you as you try to adjust to this terrible loss. We will remember Carl as he was at the ballgames he so faithfully attended...always happy and smiling. We know he was a wonderful son, husband and grandpa and that he will be missed deeply by all. ~ Larry & Julie McLaughlin Midland, SD (6/11/2005)
  • Carl was one of the most "happy, go-lucky" people we ever knew and he truly was a friend to many, many people. It is so obvious that he was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and son. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Randy and Holly Nemec Midland, SD (6/11/2005)
  • We are sorry to hear of Carl's death. We have been good friends for many, many years and will miss him and his cheerful smile and friendly greetings and hugs. We will always remember the good times we have had together ever since grade school. All the trips, games, get-togethers, etc. that we have enjoyed with you guys. We will pray for his soul and for all of your family. We love you Pat, Gary, and Lori. With sincere sympathy, Gene and Audrey Jones and Family ~ Gene & Audrey Jones Box 83, Midland, SD 57552 (6/11/2005)
  • Our thoughts are with you all at time of sorrow. I still can't believe the news. Carl was a wonderful person. He will greatly be missed by us all. God be with you. Love Judy Holt ~ Judy Holt 766 Bramhall St., Brentwood, CA 94513 (6/11/2005)
  • Pat and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Carl was such a wonderful man and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Another cornerstone of Haakon county will be missing. ~ Hal & Tammy Jewett Pierre, SD (6/11/2005)
  • So very sorry to read of Carl's death. He was such a nice man. Did not get to spend much time with the family after leaving Midland. But was always made welcome by the Snook family when we were in Midland. Will always remember the times we spent together as kids. Our prayers are with You all. Like PeeWee he was a great person to be around. God be with and ease your sorrow. ~ Sadie & Bob Stickler 2465 Covington, Rapid City, SD (6/11/2005)
  • Gene and Dick and family, and Snook family, we send our deepest sympathy and our prayers to each of you. Justin remembers Carl from 4-H days many years ago, and was saddened to hear of his death. ~ Justin and Joyce Wheeler 24208 Fairview Road, Philip, SD (6/11/2005)
  • Although I didn't know Carl real well I know he was a great man and will be greatly missed by the family and community. He was a super grandfather too---last winter during CCD class while discussing friends--Garrett shared that his best friend was his grandfather Carl! What a nice tribute! ~ Tom and Sheila Trask Wasta, SD (6/11/2005)
  • PAT, GARY, AND LORI WAS VERY SORRY TO SEE CARL'S OBITUARY ON THE RUSH FUNERAL HOME SITE TONIGHT. I AM SITTING HERE IN SHOCK AND DISBELIEF. WAS NOT EXPECTING TO SEE A CLASSMATE FROM 1962 IN THE OBITUARIES. I WISH TO SEND MY SYMPATHY TO EACH OF THE FAMILY MEMBERS OF CARL SNOOK. FROM RUBY ~ Ruby (Dinsmore) Engelhaupt PO Box 28371, Oakdale, MN 55128-0371 (6/11/2005)
  • Our thoughts are with you all in your time of sorrow. We will miss Carl tremendously, as will the whole of the Midland community. ~ Mark & Kris Sammons PO Box 92, Midland, SD 57552 (6/11/2005)