James "Butch" William Snook

James William Snook, 75, of Copan, went home to meet the Lord on Monday, May 8, 2023, in Bartlesville, surrounded by loved ones. James, or Butch as his family called him, was born on April 19, 1948, in Lewistown, Pennsylvania to James Russel Snook and Maudie May Long. He was raised in Pennsylvania, and at one point the family lived in Germany, an experience he fondly remembered. His mother Maudie Brown later united in marriage with a loving father figure, Jack Long, and the family settled in Bartlesville. James was first introduced to the love of his life, Delora Tuttle, by her sister Ruby. James and Delora were united in marriage on July 17, 1971, at Copan United Methodist Church and made their home in Bartlesville. To this union two boys were born, James and John. They moved to Copan in 1986, and the family enjoyed fishing, camping and time spent water skiing. James worked more than 40 years as a truck driver, delivering and transporting materials for Bartlesville Redi Mix. His sons joined the team alongside him until James’ retirement. The boys continue on in his place. James and Delora enjoyed trips to Las Vegas, Tunica, Mississippi, and to the local casino. Although he had a passion for roller coasters and scary movies, it was not Delora’s idea of fun. In his younger days he enjoyed helping friends work on their racecars and repairing his own cars. He also enjoyed working in the yard and his garden and was skilled in fixing anything that needed repair around the house. Most of all he loved his grandchildren. Whether playing ball, trips to the zoo, or out for ice cream, he loved every moment spent with them. James is survived by his wife of fifty-one years, Delora; son, James Snook and wife Racheal, and their children, Rhiannon, Taelor, Jesse, Brock and Layni; son, John Snook, and children, Dalton, Justin, Elizabeth, and Kristen; his sister, June Edmondson and husband, Rusty; and many other family and friends. Services will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, May 19th, at the Fountain of Life Church with Pastor Teresa Brown officiating. Services are under the direction of Carter Davis and the Davis Family Funeral Home – Dewey Chapel. Online condolences and remembrances may be shared at www.DavisFamilyFuneralHome.com.

James "Butch" William Snook

April 19, 1948 - May 8, 2023