James G. Sneed
September 20, 1946 - October 17, 2024
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James G. Sneed
September 20, 1946 - October 17, 2024
Obituary
James G. Sneed, 78, of Chippewa Township passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024 in his residence with wife and sister-in-law at his side.
Born September 20, 1946, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late James P. and Katherine (Schell) Sneed.
Jimmy was a Veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Jimmy has had several jobs over the years, including Beaver County Housing Authority, Pa Labor and Industry, but his heart was in his music. He loved entertaining as a Disc Jockey better known as “Jimmy Sneed’s Mighty Music Machine!”
Jimmy leaves behind his wife of 55 years, Cecelia (Pisano) Sneed; his sisters-in-law, Mary Jo Pisano of Pittsburgh, Bonnie Russo of Pittsburgh, and Tracy Pisano of Koppel; brothers-in-law, Joseph (Kathy) Pisano of Austintown, OH, Frank (Patricia) Pisano of Koppel, and Thomas (Lydia) Pisano of Orlando, FL; one brother, Ronald Sneed of New Castle; a sister, Renee (Jeff) Rhodes of Ellwood City; and a special friend, Joni Ochman of Youngstown, OH. James is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, as well as great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Daniel Pisano; and a sister-in-law, Marilyn Sneed.
A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, October 26th from 10:30am until the time of a mass of Christian burial at noon at St. Cecilia Catholic Church- Our Lady of the Valley Parish, 632 Virginia Ave, Rochester Pa 15074. The Beaver County Special Unit will perform military honors at the church at 11:45am.
A private inurnment will take place at Holy Redeemer Cemetery.
The family requests contributions be made in James’ name to St. Jude Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Ashley Leavens for all the love and care she has given to Jimmy.
All funeral services have been entrusted to GABAUER_LUTTON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC.- Chippewa Twp.- 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.
Memorial Gathering
- Date & Time: October 26, 2024 (10:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
- Venue: St. Cecelia's Church Of Our Lady Of The Valley Parish
- Location: 632 Virginia Ave Rochester, PA 15074 - (Get Directions)
Military Honors
- Date & Time: October 26, 2024 (11:30 AM)
- Venue: St. Cecelia's Church Of Our Lady Of The Valley Parish
- Location: 632 Virginia Avenue Rochester, PA 15074 - (Get Directions)
Mass of Christian Burial
- Date & Time: October 26, 2024 (12:00 PM)
- Venue: St. Cecelia's Church Of Our Lady Of The Valley Parish
- Location: 632 Virginia Avenue Rochester, PA 15074 - (Get Directions)
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Address: 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105
4 responses to James G. Sneed
Richard Perretta says:
October 18, 2024
Jimmy, you were a really great guy and glad to have known you those years when I worked at the CareerLink in New Castle and in Mercer. Shared funny stories and I was at your Retirement Party at Jesse’s I believe was the place. God bless you and your family. You will be missed
Natty and Rosemary Prestopine says:
October 19, 2024
CeCe, and Jimmy’s entire extended family,
So very sorry to hear about Jimmy. Much time has passed since we have seen each other, but that does not change all the very good times we shared, in high school days and beyond. Memories last forever. May you find peace in the days ahead with the support of all your family and friends. We are truly sorry for the loss of the love of your Life!
Natty and Rosemary Prestopine says:
October 19, 2024
CeCe and Jimmy’s entire extended family. So very sorry to hear about Jimmy. Much time has passed since we have seen each other, but that does not change all the very good times we shared, in high school and beyond. Memories last a lifetime. May you find peace in the days ahead with the support of all your family and friends. We are truly sorry for the loss of the love of your life.
Debby Prence says:
October 21, 2024
It was good to see you again recently. It had been a long time. You were your usual pleasant, friendly self. My thoughts go out to your family today. I know that they are really going to miss you. Only time will heal the wound.