"Chad and I became friends when he 1st was diagnosed w MM. we were fast friends ! He hated needles and he would pass out ! It became our joke to each other every time he came in for treatment. He was a true warrior! Living each day as if it could be his last ! He never gave up !! He taught me so many things , perseverance , grace , patience acceptance. We kept in touch even after he went to Mayo and after I moved back to Illinois . I will never forget this amazing man and his family ! Until we meet again my friend !! Love you dude Leslie bainbridge RN OCN "
In loving memory of
Chadwick Todd Snow
October 27, 1970 - January 23, 2022
Chadwick Todd Snow, age 51, left his home on this earth on Sunday, January 23, 2022, to return to his Heavenly Father. He fought a 5-year battle with multiple myeloma but never let it slow him down or change his love of serving people through his work, church callings and many civic contributions. He navigated his illness with grace and courage and continued to put his families' and friends' needs in front of his own until the end.
Chad was born in La Jara, Colorado on October 27, 1970, to Barbara and Fred Snow. Although Chad was raised on the "westside" (something he was extremely proud of) in Glendale, Arizona, Colorado is where they spent many summers with extended family. Chad attended Barcelona Elementary where his love of leadership started as Student Council President. He went on to attend Alhambra High School where he participated in speech and debate as well as drama.
After high school Chad attended a year of college before serving a 2-year mission in Bilbao, Spain for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He loved serving the Lord and the people of Spain. His easygoing nature along with his strong testimony helped bring many people to the gospel he had dedicated his life to. His mission helped foster a love of the Spanish culture including soccer, running of the bulls, the history and architecture. He returned to Spain many times after his mission to visit people he baptized and friends he had made. Chad remained an active member of the Church where he served in many capacities including early morning seminary teacher, and most recently, Hispanic Public Affairs for the church.
After his mission he finished his schooling at Arizona State University where he received a degree in Spanish and Latino Studies. He went on to attend the Sandra Day O'Connor School of Law where he not only graduated but also made lifelong friends. On January 27, 1999, Chad became a proud father to Brady David Snow (age 23). In 2001, Chad and Rachael married and blended their families and Chad instantly welcomed her children Hunter (age 27) and Hannah (age 25) as his own. Later, they welcomed their two sons Andrew Jacob ("AJ", age 19) and Alex (age 15).
Chad started The Law Offices of Chad Snow in 2003 as a single attorney with a cell phone and a desk on loan from a local attorney. His firm has since evolved to become Snow, Carpio, & Weekly, with nine attorney, 34 employees, and multiple offices statewide. He has dedicated his career to representing thousands of injured workers, thus changing countless lives. Through his work, Chad also became very civic minded. He impacted generations of families through his commitment to empowering Arizonans through his legal work and community involvement.
Nothing in this world meant more to Chad than his family. He is survived by his wife, Rachael Ann Snow, his children Hunter Haught (Jackie), Hannah Myler (Spencer), Brady Snow (Ebbi), AJ, and Alex. He was a proud "Papi" to his four beautiful grandchildren Lucas, Rafa, Bostyn, and Asher (expected April 2022). Chad is also survived by his parents, Fred and Barbara Snow, siblings Kirk Snow (April Pepper), April Scelzo (Santino), Sean Andrew Snow, and Allyson Fiamengo (Vince). His extended family includes 16 nieces and nephews, many aunts, uncles and cousins that always thought of Chad as somewhat of a patriarch. He loved to gather the family together and made every family event more fun. He was quoted saying MANY times, "nobody parties like the Snows" and he lived by that motto up until his final days.
Chad will be remembered as a man of God who was hard working, dedicated, witty, generous and inclusive. Chad had a lifelong love of learning. He made friends easily and associated with people from all walks of life, faiths, etc. He always gave more than he took in every aspect of his life. Chad was the life of the party, making everyone feel welcomed and important. He was a person everyone gravitated to because they knew it would be a great time just being around him. Chad always had a smile and never paused to offer a hand to somebody in need. His generosity had no limit; whether you were family, a member of his congregation, a stranger, or a friend he hadn't spoken to in years, he was willing to help and did so often and many times without any acknowledgement.
A public service to honor the life of Chad will be held on Saturday, January 29th, 2022, at 11:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Stake Building, at 22034 North 83rd Ave, Peoria, Arizona, 85382. A private burial will follow for immediate family only.
In lieu of flowers, you can make a donation to your favorite charitable organization, or do something kind to help another in honor of Chad.
Tributes
"My name is Richard Stinnett, and I grew up with Chad in the 26th ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I just attended his funeral, and the tributes and messages shared by his family and friends were touching and perfectly captured Chad's life here on earth. I have wonderful, happy memories of being with him at high school, seminary, DQ, his home, campouts, sporting events, cruisin' together in Kirk's car with the stereo blasting, drama club cast parties, and so much more. As mentioned by all, he was the life of the party and always kept me laughing with his stories and quick wit. How grateful I am to count him as a friend. He was a true example of being a disciple of Christ--who went about doing good to others. May God bless his dear family with peace and hope and assurances at this time and always. "
"I can't tell you how devastated I am to hear of Chad's passing. Chad was a dear friend in law school who always managed to brighten my day. I'll never forget all the laughs we had and his infectious happiness. He never failed to make everyone around him smile. I was so lucky to have known him and will always remember him fondly. My sincere condolences to his family. I hope you can take some comfort in the fact that Chad was dearly loved by everyone who knew him and that his memory will live on for so many. "
"I met Chad I believe in 2001, right after him and Rachael got married. We were in the same congregation. II think the thing I will always remember most about chad, Is his infectious smile, and the way he was always trying to make people laugh. I?m not sure if I have ever seen him not smiling. He always just seems to me to be like a very happy person. I know that ?life? happens and that it is not possible to be happy all the time so I?m convinced it was his choice on how he wanted to live his life. He was always there to give you a joke and make you laugh. Such a big personality. The hole will be felt by many. God bless you. "
"After my tribute last night, I did some thinking back in the archives of my mind and I believe that I was Chad's 2nd Grade teacher and not third. However, my thoughts of him are still vivid!"
"As Chad?s third grade teacher, I always thought of Chad as being what everyone else thought of him, a caring, kind, and grateful person. Even at that young age, he had special qualities that made him delightful to be around. He made the world a better place and a person who made those around him better. Bobbie Balthazor"
"My name is Diana (Philp) Weight and I grew up in the same church congregation as Chad, although one year older. My mother, Diane Philp, was the president of the church youth group we belonged to, known as Primary. Chad?s class was a group of 7 girls and Chad. In the Old Testament, Isaiah 4:1 it reads, ? And in that day seven women shall take hold of one man, saying, We will eat our own bread, and wear our own apparel: only let us be called by thy name, to take away our reproach.? My mom used to say Chad was the 1 man to 7 women in his class; a literal fulfillment of scripture! ? My father, Larry Philp, was one of Chad?s Scoutmasters in his Boy Scout years. My dad LOVED Chad and gave Chad his highest compliment by saying Chad was a ?Good Egg?! I lost my both of my parents in the last two years. Chad would never cease to tell me how important they were in his life and how much he loved them. My dad died a year ago and, when I posted a tribute to him on Facebook, Chad privately messaged me and told me again how much he loved my parents. Then he told me he would be seeing them in a few days and would hug them for me. I have no doubt that he did so. Chad made a difference in the world; he made a difference in individual lives. His personality was larger than life and his absence will be acutely missed. I am exceedingly sad for that. However, I have figured out, through my own losses, that, the pain and grief we feel is the price we pay for the love we have and I would not have the grief and pain assuaged if it meant giving up the love. And I hold it all trusting and looking forward to the time we are forever reunited. I smile when I think of the joy for Chad to be received by the Lord Who will, no doubt, welcome Chad into His arms and say, ?Well done, though good and faithful servant.? And Chad be there to greet all those who loved him and whom he loved when their time comes. Vaya con Dios, my friend. ??"