Donald Snellgrove

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Joseph Snellgrove Sr. Donald left to be with his heavenly father on January 23, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on April 6, 1950, in Dothan, Alabama, Donald was a devoted brother, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend who touched the lives of many.

Donald was a proud engineer who dedicated his professional life to the Jacksonville Electric Authority and after retirement to the City of St. Augustine. His intellect and commitment underscored his passion for both his profession and lifelong learning.

Donald was a man of profound love and kindness, with family being the cornerstone of his life. He found solace walking along the beach and engaging in heartfelt conversations with God. His spirit was also ignited by the joy of riding his motorcycle, embracing the freedom it brought him.

He is survived by his beloved family, including his sisters Branda Merritt and Annette Padgett, his brother Charles (Launa) Snellgrove, and his cherished grandchildren, Jacob Lehmbeck, Joshua Lehmbeck, AJ Pierce, and Ariel Brenjani, great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Donald now joins his parents Charles and Helen Snellgrove, his siblings, Ricky Snellgrove, Wesley Snellgrove, Janice Cummings and his beloved children, D.J. Snellgrove, Renee Lehmbeck, and Lauraly Pierce.

A Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 2, 2025 in Quinn Shalz Funeral Home located at 3600 3rd Street South, Jacksonville Beach, Florida.

As we gather to celebrate his life, we remember Donald Joseph Snellgrove Sr. as a kind-hearted man who always put his family first. His legacy of love will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him.