Celebrating the life of
Roberta S. Sniffen
June 17, 1929 - March 30, 2010
Roberta Scott Sniffen, died at Hospice Savannah, March 30, 2010. She was eighty-on years old. Roberta was the daughter of Robert and Viola Stewart of Elgin, Illinois.
She moved from Valdosta, GA to Savannah in 1984, locating to The Landings on Skidaway Island. She became a member of The Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church and The Landings Club. Roberta was a skilled and rabid golfer. She led the line dancers at the club.
Her training as an accomplished stenographer gave her the opportunity to work at the Mayor's office, Savannah Electric, The Presbyterian Church, The Landings Club, and The Landings Association.
Roberta enjoyed playing bridge and investing in the equities market. She was a strong member of her investment club.
Roberta is survived by her loving husband, Harry Sniffen, two sons, Stewert Petersen, of San Francisco, and David Petersen, of Golden Colorado, son-in-law, Dr. Thomas Green, two granddaughters, Laurin and Katy Petersen-Green, and a sister, Mrs. Lois Renner, of Geneva, Illinois.
A Memorial Service will be held at Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church at a later date.
Remembrances may be made to The Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church or Hospice Savannah.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Joy to those who knew my mother- my condolences to those who didn't. My mother's spirit will be with me as I try to 'round the world for a second time on my motorcycle, Biscuit. I have never ridden a day without my mother and Dave Scott in my thoughts. Nancy and Don Sperry are there too!! Love to all of you, David Scott Petersen- my mother gave birth to be on 7, March 1964.
- David Scott Petersen, Golden, CO
Bobbe was in my bridge group, a great player and a wonderful person, she always had a smile on her face, she will be missed. My prayers are for her and her family.
- Shirley Courter, Savannah, GA
Bobbie was my line dancing teacher and in my bridge groups. She was a lovely, wonderful person,fun to be with and I will miss her friendship greatly.
- Ann Remmert, , GA
Joy to those who knew my mother- my condolences to those who didn't. My mother's spirit will be with me as I try to 'round the world for a second time on my motorcycle, Biscuit. I have never ridden a day without my mother and Dave Scott in my thoughts. Nancy and Don Sperry are there too!! Love to all of you, David Scott Petersen- my mother gave birth to be on 7, March 1964.
- David Scott Petersen, Golden, CO
Bobbe was in my bridge group, a great player and a wonderful person, she always had a smile on her face, she will be missed. My prayers are for her and her family.
- Shirley Courter, Savannah, GA
Bobbie was my line dancing teacher and in my bridge groups. She was a lovely, wonderful person,fun to be with and I will miss her friendship greatly.
- Ann Remmert, , GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
