OBITUARY
Donald F. Snow Jr.
July 5, 1947 – February 3, 2012
Donald Franklyn Snow, Jr., 64, of Madison, CT, passed away on February 3, 2012 after a long illness. Donald was born on July 5, 1947 in Danbury, CT. He was the son of the late Donald F. Snow, Sr. and the late Mary K. Snow. He graduated from New Milford High School in 1965, Norwich University in 1969, and the Marshall-Wythe School of Law at The College of William and Mary in 1972. He was a member of the American, Virginia, and Connecticut Bar Associations. Donald met his loving wife of 39 years, Gail, while attending law school. They married on June 16, 1973 and moved to Connecticut where he served as a captain in the United States Army Reserve and eventually joined a major law firm in New Haven. He later opened and operated his own law firm in Madison for 30 years. Donald loved his community and volunteered his time and effort to many local organizations. He was the president of the Exchange Club of Branford, founding president of the Madison Ambulance Association, served 11 years on the Madison Board of Finance, and was an active member of the Madison Republican Town Committee. Donald’s friends and family will remember him for his strong work ethic, dedication to family, and selfless generosity. In addition to his wife, Gail, Donald leaves three children: his son Donald and wife Krystal of Canberra, Australia, his son David and wife Shizuka of Madison, CT, and his daughter Allison of New York, NY. He also leaves two sisters: Susan Baumann and Kathryn Snow-Burns of New Milford, CT and brother Franklyn of Naperville, IL. A memorial service is scheduled for 11 AM Wednesday, February 8 at the First Congregational Church of Madison. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Middlesex Hospital Cancer Center – Office of Philanthropy, 28 Crescent St., Middletown, CT 06457. The Swan Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements. Please visit www.swanfuneralhomemadison.com for condolences and tributes.
Services
- Memorial Service Wednesday, February 8, 2012
REMEMBERING
Donald F. Snow Jr.
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ADD A MEMORYpeter borawsky
March 30, 2017
Donny was a fun loving, mischievous, warm hearted, and loving person, i`m happy to have that memory of him....
Austin Rose
May 18, 2012
RIP Mr. Snow, good luck winning the cases in heaven, and we all miss you.
Gregg G
March 30, 2012
Don will be missed more than words can say. Don always used to say to me "When I come back, I want to come back as you." he had the special gift of making everyone around him feel like they were the most important person in his life for the exception of one person, his wife Gail. I have never met Gail but through Don's words I feel like I have known her my whole life. He was truely a man in love. He doted on her. He spoke often of her amazing beauty, charm and intelegence. He was a blessed man. I will miss our talks Don. See you later.
James Rose
February 15, 2012
Dear Gail and family, I have known Don for over 26 years. He was a great friend, and someone who would always like to listen to a great story. We would have good times playing dominos in his office, even if I did catch him cheating every now and then. I will truly miss him, and the world lost a great person.
February 13, 2012
Dear Gail; You and family have my deepest sympathy. You and Don were my favorite & most fun and exciting new friends. What a wild cruise we had ! I have thought of you often and recall what a special couple you were to include Bob and me for cocktails/ dinner. So many laughs, Many prayers and fond memories, Cindy Moxley
sandi sulkowski
February 13, 2012
Gail, My sympathy to you and your children. All my love, Sandi Sulkowski
February 12, 2012
Don was a generous, intelligent man who was always there when you needed him.
I will miss him. Love to all the family.
Lucy Elias
David Bohonnon
February 12, 2012
Dear Gail and Family:
It was with much saddness we learned of the loss of Don last week while traveling. I had many cordial dealings as a lawyer with Don over the years, he was a good lawyer and perfect gentlemen in all of our professional dealings.
We of course better knew Don through our many great visits to the MBC chatting with him on the deck or beach. His great sense of humor and friendship will always be remembered. While we are sad to know he is gone, we hold great memories of our many years of friendship.
With Best Wishes.
David and Libby Bohonnon
Robert Speziale
February 12, 2012
It saddened me to hear about Don's passing. Don was a clever and embracing soul who was instrumental in my entre into the Madison community over the past 12 years. I enjoyed our chats and his zeal for life. He will be missed. My condolensces to Gail and his family. He will live on in our hearts and minds.
Larry and Shari moon
February 8, 2012
Gail and Family,
The service today was beautiful and we are sure Don heard it all. He loved his family so much. Hope all is good today and tomorrow. You have a wonderful family,who will support you in all ways. Our thoughts are with you.
Larry and Shari Moon
Jim & Erin Burris
February 8, 2012
Dear Gail and family, We were so sad to hear of Don's passing. He was always kind to my family and always found time to greet us with a warm hello. You could always find him nestled in the corner of the MBC porch reading a book or patently and painstakingly servicing his fence. Truly one of my favorite people at the Beach Club. We will miss him. Our thoughts are with you.
Bob Landry
February 8, 2012
Dear Gail and family - I am very sorry to hear about Don's passing. He was a very close friend, while I attended Norwich University. We were both active in the Corps of Cadets and the Newman Club. I also saw Don at a couple of Norwich Reunions. He will be missed....Bob Landry, NU, Class of 1969
February 8, 2012
Dear Gail and Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Don was a tenacious advocate for people throughout this community and behind all that was a kind and gentle soul. He fought the good fight. May he rest in peace.
Gregg Doonan, Madison
Susan Meeker Thomas
February 7, 2012
Dear Gail and Family, Don was such a wonderful and fun friend. He never ceased to make me laugh and smile. I will miss him being in my life. My condolences to you all.
Sandy (Hyatt) Bausch
February 7, 2012
Even though our lives took different paths, Donnie, as I knew him best, was always in my heart. Fond memories of Sunday dinners at his parents home, with his brother, Franklyn, sisters Kathy and Susie and their friends. I last spoke to Don encouraging him to come for a class reunion. I wish I had made more of a point to seek him out and see him myself. Someday we shall meet again, old friend. RIP
Fay and Alan Abrahamsson
February 7, 2012
My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Snow on a real estate closing. Although he wasn't our attorney, we saw in him a very patient, kind and professional man. Our condolences to his wife, children and extended family.
Larry Brundrett
February 7, 2012
Rest in peace, Don, your work is finished !
Larry Brundrett
February 7, 2012
To Don's wife and family, I was very saddened by Don's passing. Don was a great guy and a very dedicated servant to both his family, his clients, and all of the citizens of Madison. Whether it was providing legal services, helping Republican causes and candidates in town or simply hosting an affair in his home, Don was always a cheerful, gracious, and learned person to be around. I will miss his wit and wisdom at future gatherings of us Republican citizens here in Madison. My personal condolences, Larry Brundrett-Madison
Candace Schremmer
February 6, 2012
So sorry for your loss of Donnie. Went to New Milford High with him, class of 65. A wonderful guy.
Tom neligon
February 6, 2012
I have known Don for over 30 years. My sympathy and prayers go out to his family.
I will miss his quick smile, wit and intellegence. He will not be forgotten. He was a true gentleman.
Sandy and Rich Buzzard
February 6, 2012
Dear Gail and Family....
Although we don't know you or your family, we are extending our sympathies. Don was a friend, and our attorney when we needed one. In fact, I worked for Don and Dennis Marlowe for a time 'way back when.' We return to CT for visits and would occasionally run into Don in Madison. We knew he was ill and are saddened to hear of his passing. We send you our best wishes.
Vanessa Lane/Stanley
February 6, 2012
Frank, I am so sorry to hear of your brothers passing my condolence to you and your loved ones.
D.J. Province
February 6, 2012
I am very upset to hear of Don's passing. He was a good friend and life mentor. I wish the family the best in these troubled days, and that they may find peace and comfort in knowing that he has gone home and will suffer no more. God Bless.
February 6, 2012
Dear Gail and family, we extend our condolences to you on Don's passing. It was Don who helped us find the land to build our house and guided us in the then new-to-us process of house-building. We're grateful for his advice and support. He will be missed. Madeline and Tom Walsh, Deep River, CT.
larry baumann
February 6, 2012
My sister and I will miss our Uncle Donald terribly. At last he is at peace with no more pain.
Ernest Small
February 6, 2012
To Gail and family,
Sorry to hear of Don's passing. I met Don when we worked on Madison Ambulance together in those early days and without Don's devotion and legal mind we never would have made it.
I am glad I had a chance to call him my friend.
February 6, 2012
We are deeply saddened to learn of Don's passing. He fought a valiant battle against the illness that claimed his life. We will miss him very much.
Bob and Jennifer Turton
February 6, 2012
We were so saddened too hear of Don's passing. So many memories of our time in the Bazzini Building. As I type this I'm looking at the picture of the "Three Ancient Mariners" when Don, Chic and Dennis took the Schumann's boat to FL. Our thoughts are with you, Gail, and the children. Sending our love.
Chic and Rhana
Sarasota, FL
February 6, 2012
Dear Gail and family- I am so saddened to hear of Don's passing. I admired his strength, courage and positive spirit. I don't think I have ever had a client that loved to travel more than Don. I was so pleased that he was able to fulfill many of his dreams and happy to have played a part in it. Every time he returned from a journey, he was calling to plan the next journey. He never felt that he couldn't do it- He always had hope, and I think that determination gave him the strength to go on. I will never forget his enthusiasm and undying love for travel. My deepest sympathy to you- Let the wonderful memories you hold in your heart help you through this sad time. Nancy Beckwith ( Biehn Travel)
Ray & Lisa Miller
February 6, 2012
Ray & I are so saddened to hear of Don's passing. Ray respected Don and looked up to him so much. He was always such a joy to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with Gail and the family.
Kip and Georgia Davis
February 6, 2012
Dear Gail and family,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of a wonderful, caring, and longtime friend who was well respected in the community and was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. May the comfort of your family, friends, and community help see you through these difficult days.
February 6, 2012
I am very sad to learn of Don's passing. He fought a hard battle through tough times. I will miss him as a friend and as a mentor. My love goes out to you Gail and your family. Judi Stigle
Kevin McNally
February 6, 2012
Don was a wonderful person and friend. I will miss him terribly. RIP.
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