1931
Quentin
2016
Quentin Esca (Tim) Snow
June 11, 1931 — November 15, 2016
Quentin Esca (Tim) Snow, 85, beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle, and grandfather passed away November 15th, 2016 in Brigham City, Utah after a yearlong struggle with several health issues. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on June 11, 1931 Quentin was the second of three children born to Esca Douglas and Viola Mae Snow. Tim Moved to Utah to attend school after his entire family joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While living in Utah, he met Naomi Jenkins and the two were married on July 1st, 1954 in the Logan LDS Temple. They were married for 58 years. Shortly after they were married, Tim began his military career and he and Naomi lived all over the world including Munich, Germany; Hanau, Germany; Loring AFB, Maine; Cleveland Ohio, where Tim was a Cleveland City Police Officer; Fort Lewis, Washington; Fort Eustis, Virginia; Enid, Oklahoma; as well as Texas and Korea.
Quentin was a patriot and served his country for more than 20 years in the military. He became a pilot and joined the US Air Force where he served in Korea for one year, requiring him to leave his wife at home. Later, Tim decided to become a helicopter pilot and switched military branches and joined the US Army. He was sent to Vietnam where he served as a combat helicopter pilot flying Huey gunships. He flew hundreds of missions and saw heavy combat. Quentin was awarded several medals and received many commendations for his combat service in Vietnam. He returned again to Southeast Asia and served for a second tour in Thailand where he continued to fly helicopter missions. Quentin loved the military and visiting new places with his lovely wife, Naomi and their three sons.
Tim loved flying and upon his return to the states he became a private pilot instructor. He went back to Utah State University and earned a Master’s of Science degree creating a training manual specifically designed to reduce anxiety in student pilots. He also joined his brother Richard and became a salesman for a chemical company. He and his brother were known for their great sense of humor and pranks. They always enjoyed each other’s company.
Tim’s greatest character traits were his kindness, sense of humor, and empathy for others. He was a friend to all he came in contact with. His family never knew who might be joining them at the Sunday dinner table. Tim always looked for the good in others and was extremely loyal to people. Tim served in various church positions and was a ward missionary for several years.
When Tim’s health started to decline, he would go to McDonald’s in Logan and hang out with his friends. This special group of people have remained friends for over 20 years. Tim also loved his family and enjoyed being involved with his sons and their families. Tim loved playing scrabble with his sons and also doing crossword puzzles. Tim was extremely intelligent and was always an interesting person to visit with.
Tim was a modern day Job as far as his health was concerned. He had many serious health problems he contracted as a result of his military service in Vietnam. After his medical discharge he bore his illnesses and medical difficulties with courage and grace and never complained. He loved the fact that he was able to serve his country and always said he would do it all over again.
After Naomi, his wife of 58 years, died, Tim met and Married LuDean Cowley and were married on March 2nd, 2012. LuDean gave great love and care to Tim and his life was greatly enriched by having LuDean in his life as well as her wonderful 8 children.
Quentin is survived by his wife, LuDean Snow, Hyde Park, Utah and his three sons and daughters-in-law; Scott Snow of Logan (Kris Snow of Ann Arbor, MI); Doug (Kimberly) Snow of Providence, Utah; Ret. Lt. Colonel Craig (Abby) Snow, Tampa, FL. He is Also survived by his brother, Richard (Kathy) Snow, Pocatello, ID and by 7 grandchildren; Alex, Kaili, Hayden, Madison (Thomas), Kenzie, Zach, and Jake; as well as many nieces, nephews, and step children.
A viewing will be held from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm at the LDS 16th Ward building located at 600 North 100 West, Logan, Utah on Saturday, November 19, 2016. The funeral will follow at 2:00 pm in the chapel. Burial will be held at the Logan Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenmortuaries.net
Quentin was a patriot and served his country for more than 20 years in the military. He became a pilot and joined the US Air Force where he served in Korea for one year, requiring him to leave his wife at home. Later, Tim decided to become a helicopter pilot and switched military branches and joined the US Army. He was sent to Vietnam where he served as a combat helicopter pilot flying Huey gunships. He flew hundreds of missions and saw heavy combat. Quentin was awarded several medals and received many commendations for his combat service in Vietnam. He returned again to Southeast Asia and served for a second tour in Thailand where he continued to fly helicopter missions. Quentin loved the military and visiting new places with his lovely wife, Naomi and their three sons.
Tim loved flying and upon his return to the states he became a private pilot instructor. He went back to Utah State University and earned a Master’s of Science degree creating a training manual specifically designed to reduce anxiety in student pilots. He also joined his brother Richard and became a salesman for a chemical company. He and his brother were known for their great sense of humor and pranks. They always enjoyed each other’s company.
Tim’s greatest character traits were his kindness, sense of humor, and empathy for others. He was a friend to all he came in contact with. His family never knew who might be joining them at the Sunday dinner table. Tim always looked for the good in others and was extremely loyal to people. Tim served in various church positions and was a ward missionary for several years.
When Tim’s health started to decline, he would go to McDonald’s in Logan and hang out with his friends. This special group of people have remained friends for over 20 years. Tim also loved his family and enjoyed being involved with his sons and their families. Tim loved playing scrabble with his sons and also doing crossword puzzles. Tim was extremely intelligent and was always an interesting person to visit with.
Tim was a modern day Job as far as his health was concerned. He had many serious health problems he contracted as a result of his military service in Vietnam. After his medical discharge he bore his illnesses and medical difficulties with courage and grace and never complained. He loved the fact that he was able to serve his country and always said he would do it all over again.
After Naomi, his wife of 58 years, died, Tim met and Married LuDean Cowley and were married on March 2nd, 2012. LuDean gave great love and care to Tim and his life was greatly enriched by having LuDean in his life as well as her wonderful 8 children.
Quentin is survived by his wife, LuDean Snow, Hyde Park, Utah and his three sons and daughters-in-law; Scott Snow of Logan (Kris Snow of Ann Arbor, MI); Doug (Kimberly) Snow of Providence, Utah; Ret. Lt. Colonel Craig (Abby) Snow, Tampa, FL. He is Also survived by his brother, Richard (Kathy) Snow, Pocatello, ID and by 7 grandchildren; Alex, Kaili, Hayden, Madison (Thomas), Kenzie, Zach, and Jake; as well as many nieces, nephews, and step children.
A viewing will be held from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm at the LDS 16th Ward building located at 600 North 100 West, Logan, Utah on Saturday, November 19, 2016. The funeral will follow at 2:00 pm in the chapel. Burial will be held at the Logan Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenmortuaries.net
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