Ricky Wayne Snow

Ricky Wayne Snow, 73, of Fort Worth, TX, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Rick was born to Harold Wayne Snow and Charlsey Allen Snow on August 28, 1953. He graduated from Paschal High School in 1971. Rick attended Texas A&M for his undergraduate studies and graduated with his master’s in business management from Baylor University Executive Program. Rick married the love of his life, Mary Shadle Snow, in 1978. They resided in Fort Worth and raised four children together.

Rick retired from Lockheed Martin in 2016 as the Director of Business Ventures after an incredible 33+ year career. During those years, he had the wonderful opportunity to travel the world. His love of travel extended into his personal life as well; he loved taking his family to Disney, on cruises, to Hawaii, or on weekend trips to the lake. These adventures were more than just vacations; they were time spent together, making memories that his family will treasure forever.

Rick was preceded in death by his father, Harold Wayne Snow; his mother, Charlsey Allen Snow; and his brother, Terry Lynn Snow.

Rick is survived by his wife of 48 years, Mary Shadle Snow, and his four children, Tam Thurmon (Cay Cole), Shanna Snow Patton (Brian Patton), Jeremy Snow (Lauren Snow), and Gregory Snow (Carolyn Snow). As well as his pride and joy, his seven grandchildren: Caitlin Patton, Kinsey Patton, Beau Thurmon, Cassie Snow, Nolan Snow, Sadie Snow, and Nora Snow.