Charles Hood Snowden

Charles Hood Snowden of Columbus, Georgia, passed away on February 26th after a brief stay at Columbus Hospice. Charles – or “Charlie” or “Doc” as he was known to many – was born on July 18, 1930, to Charles Jackson Snowden and Frances Pauline Hood Snowden. After serving in the Army at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Charlie returned to his native Columbus where, in 1952, he married the love of his life, Kathryn Johnson Snowden. Charlie and Kathryn both had careers with Bell South, and they worshiped at Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist Church.

In addition to his love for Kathryn, Charlie was known for his sense of humor, his acumen with firearms, his loyalty to friends, and his ability to fix just about anything. Charlie was a true friend to all who knew him. He also was a beloved uncle to 16 nieces and nephews, many of whom he and Kathryn helped raise. Charlie also had the privilege of helping raise his neighbor’s daughter, Sydney Davidson, with whom he remained close for the rest of his life. Charlie is preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn. He is survived by his brother, John William Snowden, of Conyers, Georgia.

The family would like to thank Amber Strickland, Sylvia Boswell, and Jasmine Sumbry for taking such good care of both Charlie and Kathryn during their final years. The loving care they provided enabled Charlie to live out his twilight years in the home he and Kathryn shared for over 50 years.

A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, March 7th, 2017 at 3:00 PM at Striffler Hamby Mortuary at 4071 Macon Road, Columbus, Georgia with Dr. Jimmy Elder officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to Columbus Hospice.