Dezmer A. Snipes, 77, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2022 in Huntersville. Born August 1, 1944 in Charlotte, she was the daughter of Robert E. Lee and Mary Ann Ashley. She married Douglas W. Snipes in July of 1964.
A graduate of North Mecklenburg High School, Dezmer was a member of Northside Baptist Church. She was the secretary for the family business, Charlotte Electric Company for numerous years.
Dezmer was a true homemaker. She enjoyed reading, bird watching, traveling, gardening and spending time with her family.
Survivors include her children, Deanna (Rodney) Sellers and Sonny Snipes; grandchildren, Kristin (Blain) Hooks and Madison Snipes; great-grandson, Ryder Hooks; brother, Terry Ashley; numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband and parents; siblings, (twin) Ezmer “Tinnie” Hunter, Frankie Baucom, Edna Eury, Faye Russell, Robert “Tootsie,” Ashley, Tommy Ashley, Bill Ashley, Don Ashley and Larry Ashley.
Graveside Service 11 AM, Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Forest Lawn West Cemetery, 4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte. Condolences may be submitted at www.forestlawnwest.com.