LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — William Gregory Snow Sr., “Tommy,” was a beloved patriarch, father, husband and friend, whose presence touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Tommy was born in Lake County in 1962 to Robert “Bob” Snow and Pauline Albino Snow.

He was a devoted brother to Alonzo, Ronald "Jibby," Shawn, Cheryl and Antoinette.

Tommy was a loving husband to Carmen Snow and a doting father to his sons, William "Bug,” Morgan, Timothy and Phillip Snow.

Tom cherished his role as a grandfather to William "Papa,” Robert , Xavier, Vincent, Pasalo, Seneca Nobalie, Morgan, Aleena A’miyah, Serenity and Yvette and he held a special place in his heart for his great-grandsons, Elias Snow and A’saton Yuul who were particularly dear to him.

Tommy was known for his hard work as a long-haul truck driver and tree trimmer. His strong work ethic and willingness to help others endeared him to all who knew him, and he will be remembered for his always-ready helping hand and kind heart. Tommy was also an enrolled tribal member of the Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake.

The void left by Tommy’s passing is immense, and his jokes, laughter, and smiling face will be greatly missed by family and friends. The impact of his loss is deeply felt by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

We will forever cherish the memories we shared with Tom and the legacy of kindness and compassion he leaves behind.

Traditional Native American visitation will be held at the Habematolel Community Center in Upper Lake starting on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 11 a.m. Graveside funeral service will be held at Upper Lake Rancheria Cemetery in Upper Lake on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 1 p.m.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.