Snodgrass Jr., Dr. Ralph R.

Dr. Ralph R. Snodgrass Jr., 72, a resident of Route 3 Berryburg Community, Philippi, W.Va., passed away Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012, at his residence.

He was born Nov. 24, 1939, in Jonesboro, Ark., a son of the late Ralph and Lisa (Smiley) Snodgrass. He was united in marriage on Aug. 22, 1985, to Patricia Ellen (James) Snodgrass, who survives. Also surviving are children, Wendi Chapman and husband Randall of Richmond, Va., Karen F. Wellman of Albion, N.Y., and David James Waddell; sisters, June Miller and husband Charles of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Freda Corruthers and husband Donald of Alburnett, Iowa; and grandchildren, Eric Allan Wellman and Patric Christopher Wellman.

Ralph was preceded in death by his sister, Jackie Jones; and brother, Aubrey Hendrix.

He worked as a veterinarian for the Barbour County Animal Clinic. He served in the U.S. Army from 1960-1963. Ralph was a member of American Legion Post 44 and served as treasurer and historian. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening and fishing.

Friends will be received at Wright Funeral Home, 216 N. Walnut St., Philippi, from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to service time at noon Monday, Sept. 17, with the Rev. Marvin Brown officiating. Military honors will follow the funeral service. In honor of Dr. Snodgrass's request, cremation will follow the services.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mountain Hospice, 1600 Crim Ave., Belington, WV 26250.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wrightfuneralhomeservices.com

Published Sept. 16, 2012 in The Gazette