Joseph "Joey" M. Snead

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph M. Snead, Sr., who went to be with his late wife, Kathy Snead, on February 14, 2025.

Joey, as everyone knew him, was a man of few words.  His love for this family spoke volumes.  He had a great passion for the outdoors:  hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles and the Florida Gators.  The simple things brought him pleasure.  He loved to spend quality time with family and friends.  He did some amazing things in his life. 

Joey was and still is a Proud Marine.  He served his county with honor and dedication. He received two Purple Heart Medals for wounds received during the Vietnam War.  His service was a testament to his honor, strength and commitment. 

Joey was a simple man valuing quality time with those he loved.  He worked and retired from Rayonier for 34 years.  He made and cherished the friends he made there.

His legacy and life lessons he imparted to his family with unwavering love.

Left to cherish his memory are:  his son, Joseph Snead, Jr. (Melissa); daughter, Patches Wilkinson (Keven); grandchildren, Austin Snead, Cody Snead (Shelby), Blake Wilkinson (McKenzie), Kamryn Snead and Weston Wilkinson; great grandchildren, Paislee Snead and Blake Wilkinson, Jr.; brother Johnny Snead (Becky); sisters, Betty Jo Moody and Patricia Moody.

Joey was born November 6, 1948, in Jacksonville, FL to Nannie Mae Moody Snead and James F. Snead.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Kathy Snead; his parents Nannie Mae and James F. Snead; sisters, Annette Snead and Jeannette Snead Shelton; and brother, Mike Snead.

Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 20, and funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 21, in the Stephens Chapel at Green Pine Funeral Home, 96281 Green Pine Rd., Yulee, FL 32097.  Interment with Military Honors will follow in Green Pine Cemetery.

He has gone to Heaven to be with his beloved wife and other loved ones gone before him but our love for him will never die. We love and miss you.  Give Mom a hug and kiss from us.