A Celebration of Life Service to honor the life and legacy of Dwight Snow age 80, of Windom, will be held Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM at American Lutheran Church in Windom, with a time of visitation and gathering from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Military honors will be provided by American Legion Post #206 of Windom. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery in Windom with Masonic Rites. The service will be livestreamed on the American Lutheran Church Facebook Page.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorial donations in memory of Dwight are preferred.

Dwight N. Snow was born on September 16, 1945, in Mankato, Minnesota, to Norval Bacholor and Carma (Crippen) Snow. He grew up in St. James, Minnesota, and attended St. James Public School through his junior year before his family moved to Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

As a young man, Dwight enjoyed wrestling in school, hunting, fishing, and helping with farming. He had a kind heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand to others.

After moving to Sioux Falls, Dwight considered becoming a pastor. Following high school graduation, however, he chose to enlist in the United States Army. He was selected for NCO School and proudly served his country in Vietnam. Dwight was a very proud Vietnam veteran and a Tunnel Rat. He treasured his military service and proudly wore his collection of 15 veteran hats.

Following his return from Vietnam, Dwight began a long and varied career. From 1971 to 1972, he worked at Oakdale Maximum Security Hospital in Oakdale, Iowa, where his duties included escorting inmates to and from the reformatory and University Hospital for medical treatment. From 1972 to 1974, he worked for Unsco, Inc. of Minnesota as a lead man in construction. In 1977, he worked for Pat Harding Construction as a carpenter foreman.

From 1980 to 1983, Dwight worked as a police officer at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City, Iowa. In May 1982, he received a Superior Performance Award in recognition of his work.

In 1983, Dwight began farming and also worked as an auctioneer for Clarence Sullivan, a real estate broker in Viroqua, Wisconsin. He purchased a struggling farm operation and turned it into a profitable tobacco farm. From 1985 to 1987, Dwight worked for Anderson Construction in Clear Lake, Iowa, as a construction superintendent. During this time, he oversaw major projects in Indianola, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Clear Lake, Iowa. His work included construction of the United States Post Office in Silverton, Colorado, projects in Stanley, Idaho, and the Clear Lake Fitness Center.

In 2007, Dwight moved to Windom, Minnesota. He joined his friend Harlen Fastau of St. James in transporting prisoners to new locations. Dwight also developed a special friendship with Reid Johnson and Kathy, whom he enjoyed helping whenever he could.

Dwight loved shooting skeet at Sun Valley. He participated in numerous competitions and tournaments, where he made many lasting friendships. He enjoyed being outdoors and spending time with the people who were important to him.

In the fall of 2017, Dwight met Sandi Hunter. Together, they traveled to Gastonia, North Carolina, where they helped care for Sandi’s son, Jon Hunter, and his family. Dwight and Sandi were married on December 11, 2018, at Augustana Lutheran Church in St. James. They enjoyed traveling to North Carolina and spending time with family there.

Dwight will be remembered for his kindness, willingness to help others, pride in his military service, and the many friendships he made throughout his life. He cherished his family and the special people who became part of his life.

Dwight passed away peacefully on Monday, September 14, 2026, at his home in Windom.

Dwight is survived by his wife, Sandra Olson Hunter-Snow; daughters, Laurie Hall (Ray) of Buhl, Idaho, Rebecca Ellis (Adam) of Fridley, Minnesota, Crysten (Matt) Birr of Parkersburg, Iowa,; sons, Curtis Snow of Dumont, Iowa, Dan (Jacie) Snow of Iowa City, Iowa, Mike (Consuela) Snow of Iowa City, Iowa ; grandchildren, Tate Snow, Ella Snow, Jason Snow, Jakson Birr, Lillian Birr; special family, Chad and Nikki Updegraff, Wyatt Hunter, Austin Weaver, Peyton Weaver, and Chadman Updegraff, all of Gastonia, North Carolina; sisters, Harriett Savage of Orlando, Florida, and Rebecca (Dennis) Marker of Windom.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Norval and Carma Snow; brothers, Dale Snow and Everett Snow; stepson, Jon E. Hunter; and in-laws, Harold J. and Hazel Olson.