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Troy Sneed Obituary

Troy Sneed was an acclaimed gospel music artist who reached number 2 on the gospel charts with his hit song “My Heart Says Yes.”

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Apr. 27, 2020.

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Pastor David McCarver

August 22, 2024

I saw Troy on Bobby Jones Gospel & felt the Spirit of God moving as Troy sang “All is well.” I also love Trey’s version of the song. I remember Troy’s singing from way back & Will have it in my playlist always. My heartfelt condolences to Emily, & the family. Just remember, “All is well.” May God bless & keep you always.

Sharon

August 20, 2024

My heart says yes one of my favorites so much anointing in this song. Rest In Peace Mr. Sneed

Apostle Jo Ann Charleston

May 28, 2024

Every time I listen to one of his song I’m am so blessed, but also reminded of such great loss. Then I began to pray for his family because I understand what it feels like to lose loved ones unexpectedly. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you and give you his everlasting favor and perfect peace. All is Well.

Believer

August 29, 2022

Stopping by to shower the sneed family with love.

June 15, 2021

Blessing

Angela Bozieux

May 17, 2021

RIP TROY SNEED HEARD ONE OF HIS SONGS KEPT BY HIS GRACE AMEN THIS MORNING ON SIRUIS XM SO INSPIRATIONAL ALL HIS SONGS, GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS HIS FAMILY

Cecelia Cutchin

April 29, 2021

My condolences. His music blessed me and my family. The song about his mom and her recovery really touched my heart. I'm still praying for your family.

Brother in Christ

March 4, 2021

Troy had a purpose and he fulfilled it. I thank God for giving us time with him. I pray often for you, Sneed family. God bless you continuously in his perfect peace.

Tracey Artis

November 16, 2020

Troy was an accomplished artist , singer, songwriter and producer. As an industry executive I admired all that he accomplished and his music was amazing.

Dionne Booker

August 29, 2020

His songs, his way...ushered in the spirit of God...My heart says yes, All Is Well. Waking up to the news in May was unbelievable and even now as I am blessed by his ministry of music I can't stop the tears from flowing until I hear him sing 'stop crying about it, stop worrying about, just give it Jesus, Hallelujah, All is Well. God bless the family of Troy Sneed, and may God continue to keep and comfort you is my prayer.

La Rea Richardson

July 13, 2020

All of your songs...are preparation and hope.......for those of us left behind....and you went before us to prepare us......No Greater Love.....All is Well

July 8, 2020

My condolences to the family. May God comfort, bless and keep you all.

June 30, 2020

My deepest condolences to the family. May you find comfort in your treasured memories of Your loved one and May God continue to comfort you in the days, months and years ahead.

LADY Patricia Boyd

June 25, 2020

I still cannot believe that Troy Sneed is gone.
I was just listening to Move forward!

Peggy Barnes-Thomas

June 8, 2020

RIP Troy praying for the family

Erica Wilcox

June 7, 2020

I was so hurt to hear of the passing of Troy Snead. I loved his music, it made me feel like I was talking with God. I know your music had to have touched many lives. God makes no mistakes we trust him. My prayers are with his family. God Bless, comfort and keep you.

Marilyn Barnes

June 7, 2020

Remembering the times we sang in TICO directed by Minister Carolyn Demps. You learned how to play your first song on the panio. I knew you would go to high places with the help of God. Gone but never forgotten. RIP Troy.

Brittney Forbes

June 7, 2020

R.i.p Troy Sneed i really enjoyed your music so much and you are now in a better place

Jeanette Anderson

May 31, 2020

I would like to give my condolences to the family and tell them about the song forget your yesterday. brought me thur my divorce.That was a bad time in my life i would rather die then go thur that again . So family know GOD USED YOUR HUSBAND TO HELP ALOT OF PEOPLE WHO WERE HURTING REAL BAD. I FOREVER GRATEFUL YOU SHAREED HIM WITH THE WORLD. THANK YOU .AMEN.

Mary Burns-Thompson

May 29, 2020

Truly child of God.To be absent in the spirit is to be present with the Lord.God knew best.

Elizabeth Randalll

May 27, 2020

I am missing his ministry of music. When I heard move forward that song touched me.

Zyon B

May 25, 2020

Uncle Troy, you will be greatly missed! Who knew that the day of October 20th 2018, would be the last day that I got the see and talk with you, best uncle ever, you always had a smile on your face always happy, i still don't believe this, why would god take you so early Rest in rest Uncle Troy

Andrea Stone

May 25, 2020

Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the family of Troy Sneed. You are in my prayers. Just learning of Mr. Sneed's passing. His music was a blessing to my life and to many lives I am sure. May God's presence and peace surround you during this time. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5: 8

ALISSA THOMPSON

May 24, 2020

Thank you for sharing your beautiful music with the world and showing us the love of God through your music. You will forever be missed but never forgotten.

Sam Collins

May 23, 2020

Praying for the family God bless us with beautiful music with words that keep us closer to God. Thanks Troy....RIP!

Markus Lunsford

May 15, 2020

My deepest condolences to his family and friends.. RIH Troy!! Will be missed but never forgotten.......

Cookie Irvin

May 15, 2020

Your music blessed my husband and I. What we take comfort in is knowing without doubt you are now in the presence of the Almighty! To the family, we are her in California praying for you. The whole world has lost a warrior and CHIEF in CHARGE!

Lucille Mechelle Myers

May 13, 2020

Sending my prayers and sincere condolences to the Sneed Family. Meeting him and Mrs Sneed was a joy and delight. One of my best memories as they encouraged me to continue on. Moving Forward. Pastor Lucille Mechelle Myers, Th.M., M.Div.

Dr. Gail Cato, D. Min.

May 13, 2020

Our hearts grieve for the Sneed & Flowers family over the loss of this awesomely talented musician, and precious brother Troy Sneed. I wished for the opportunity to sing for him in a FB request some yrs back. He thought I was with a group of sisters, but no, I wanted him to hear songs that I alone had created.
There are very few words that anyone can say to bring Comfort to a heart dealing with grief. May you know how much we loved him too, and appreciated the gift God gave him by all the kind words and expressions of love shared by many. Eph. 6:10 says Be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might. Though it's seems unreal that he's gone on, Remember "All is Well" in Christ Jesus. Rejoice in knowing that 'one day', you will see him again and Oh what a joy that will be. Be encouraged in the Lord.

Yvonne C Tucker

May 12, 2020

I never really met Troy but he changed my life. I did endless research on him because his effective witness enticed me to run and want the more of GOD. I am his #1 fan. His music and several interviews taught me that worship is a life style. I learned intimate praise and worship through Troy Sneed; his music ushers in the presence of GOD and takes you up into the spirit. I am forever grateful for this Holy Worshiper. I will keep your family in prayer.

Troy Sneed

May 12, 2020

Troy Sneed

Diane Drake

May 12, 2020

So sorry to hear of the passing of such a blessedly gifted child of the living king. I love the song lay it down. He; has laid it down.
To God be the glory

Marilyn Harrington

May 12, 2020

Troy, my husband and I loved u and Emily the first time we met you in MS. You've been like family ever since. We.know u r n a better place, one we all strive to go, but that don't help our emotions much. We love you, the Harringtons'.

Thelma Watson

May 12, 2020

I enjoyed his music, especially his song " Kept by His Grace" because truly God is Good

Pamela King

May 12, 2020

I thank OUR Heavenly Father for sharing His precious, Chosen vessel, Troy Sneed, with the world. Through Troy's songs of worship, my intimate relationship with God has developed tremendously. His songs connect my heart, soul, and mind to Our Savior which brings pure peace and joy. Again, thank you Lord for sharing Troy with us for Your Glory, in Jesus's name, Amen.

Tina Ross

May 11, 2020

Am so sorry please Mr Sneed say hello to my Mother Mrs Daisy lee long her Daughter Tina really misses her and my God continue to bless u and your family

Teresa Jones

May 11, 2020

Pray that the Heavenly Father continues to cover the family at their time of sorrow.May Troy S.I.P.

Anne Brunson

May 11, 2020

Absent from the body ever Present with the Lord ❤

Raphael

May 11, 2020

From the moment we first met at FAMU, we had mutual respect for one another. I was in theater and the concert choir, Troy was in the gospel choir. I always knew he had something special. His 1st album w/theFAMUGospelChoir later proved it. I will remember him for his intellect, talent, his great sense of humor, and for just being a great human being who loved the Lord and dedicated his gifts back to his creator. We had the best of fun and worship attending Pastor Donnie McClurkin's 'Back To Holiness' workshops back in the day. My friend, you will be greatly missed but your legacy lives on through your children and your music. My heart goes out to your wife Emily, your children, and grandchild. God's Peace.

DRec

May 10, 2020

Our prayers are with the family. May your hearts be comforted with the love, grace and peace of God through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you for sharing your many gifts for the Kingdom my brother... your light shined and you touched many hearts!

Arnetta M. Craig

May 10, 2020

May the Lord continue to comfort you.

Linda Wilson

May 10, 2020

I was really going through some things in my life and the cd all is well got me through a lot of days.
All is well Rest in Peace you are already missed

Ace Alexander

May 9, 2020

My sincere condolences to the wife and family of a respected businessman, label owner, artist, musician, singer, Grammy nominee, Stellar Award winner, husband, father, friend, man of God and just a good person. Troy was so many things to so many of us and he will be sadly missed. But I know he is singing and dancing with the angels. Prayers up for wife Emily, the children and the entire family. -Rest in Heavenly peace my friend, my brother.

Michael Cook

May 9, 2020

One brother who brought joy when ever he was around, laughter in everyday talking, and love for people that could be felt and enjoyed. Thank you for calling me a friend treating me as a brother. I will remember you and how you treated others following through in my remembrance of your walk in Christ.

Patrice Barbary

May 8, 2020

Troy you made our choir sing at Emanuel and you brought out God's spirit each time you played the piano, Rest you now say well done. We are praying for Emily and kids for strength.

Rev. Walter Solomon, Jr.

May 8, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our love and condolences are sent to you, Emily and the family. He touched so many lives. Rev. Walter & Diane Solomon, Jr. and Nikita Jacksonville, Florida

Sondra Flowers

May 8, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. In

Mary Cornelius

May 8, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the family...Troy was definitely a worship... I'm certain he was welcomed in!!

Deirdre Brown

May 7, 2020

My Brother...You will be missed, but Im sure youre singing with the angels of The Most High God! Thank you for your beautiful gift of song and ministry.

Vera Smith and John Brown, Jr.

May 7, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our condolences to Mrs. Sneed and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cherri Roby

May 7, 2020

Will never forget the inspiration from you and Mrs Emily !

May 7, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Christina Harris

May 7, 2020

Loved your music. Sending my condolences to the family.

Lisa McGee

May 7, 2020

Dear Emily and Family, We send our condolences and prayers. Love, Tim, Lisa, and Tj McGee,II

SHARON MITCHELL

May 6, 2020

Our sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers to the family of our dear friend. We enfold you all in prayer and trust that God will comfort you in this time.
Troy was a jewel to The Georgia Mass Choir and a presence that will forever be with us.
May God keep the family and we know that Troy is resting in the arm of Jesus.

"The Georgia Mass Choir"

Sharon Dixon

May 6, 2020

I loved his music. It gave me peace and hope.

Mary Marcus

May 6, 2020

to u Emily you and your family Im praying for you my condolences to you god blessed

Wesley & Tommie Gallon

May 6, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to sneed family his wife and children

Rhonda Whitmore

May 5, 2020

My condolences and prayers go out to the family of Mr Troy Sneed you've touched so many lives and hearts through your music and awesome worship you will be truly missed.

Darrell Jay Jones

May 5, 2020

Never Be forgotten...Weldone !!!

George Ward

May 5, 2020

My prayers and condolences are with you as you celebrate the life and legacy of Troy Snead. Be strengthened and comforted by the Holy Spirit and the love of family.

Billy Crayton

May 5, 2020

Our love and condolences are sent to the Mrs Emily and the family of our friend, Troy Sneed. Troy was such a blessing and inspiration to the Crayton Family. He will be sincerely missed.

May 5, 2020

Praying for the family my condolences to his dear wife rest of the family

Teresa Sheppard

May 5, 2020

Awesome singer, I love his music.
No other singer like him.
I will continue to listen.
My condolences to his wife , children and family.

May 5, 2020

On behalf of the Gospel Music Association and our Board of Directors; I want to express our deepest sympathy to the family of Troy Sneed.
The Gospel Music Association acknowledges Troy Sneed for dedicating his life to spreading the gospel through music. May his enduring legacy will live on. Jackie Patillo, GMA President & Executive Director

Marlene Conley

May 5, 2020

Thank you for your Testimony through songs. May you rest peacefully. Well done Servant of God

May 5, 2020

It was a pleasure to have known you. You have changed many lives with your work done here on Earth. May God be with you on your spiritual journey and with your family. ❤

May 5, 2020

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Troy Sneed for your loss ,may the God of all comfort strengthen and comfort you during your time of sorrow

Rochelle Moore

May 5, 2020

My heart goes out to your lovely family. My sisters, The Moore Sisters, and I had the pleasure of opening up for you in Kentucky. You were a blessing in music ministry and as a person. Heaven gained a real one in you. May God grant peace and comfort during this difficult time.

May 5, 2020

Troy, my brother in Christ rest in paradise. Sing for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Loved you and Emily from the beginning playing softball, for Bethel Baptist Jacksonville fl. You always had that calming warm smile, continue to sing and play your own special blend for the Lord in paradise. Emily, love you.

Verna Bracey-Bradshaw

May 5, 2020

Troy, you will be greatly missed! Thank you for the times you accompanied me on occasion with your awesome gift when I sang! I pray the Peace of God over the entire Sneed family! Grace and Peace...

James Jordan

May 5, 2020

My sincere condolences and prayers to the Sneed family, Troy was a pioneer, He was a great man, will plenty of hope in his heart and a great love for gospel music and his family. He will be missed, but his music will live on, Love you brother.

Dr. James Jazzy Jordan

Shelia Simmons

May 5, 2020

My SINCERE Condolences and SYMPATHIES to the FAMILY of TROY SNEED.

Angela Rowe

May 4, 2020

Im So Sorry for this Greatness, Love his music my favorite was ALL IS WELL, heard it when I really needed that in my Life, Family I will keep everyone in prayer

May 4, 2020

My most sincerest and heartfelt condolences go out to the immediate and extended family of Mr. Troy Sneed...a GENIUS!!! I watched and listened to Mr. Troy perform on a Dr. Bobby Jones Gospel show Saturday night...as a tribute was done in Mr. Sneed's behalf. I truly enjoyed listening to Mr. Sneed whose voice was pure and I could tell that he was a very SPECIAL person!!! Do not question...but accept because God doesn't make mistakes. Mr. Troy Sneed is now at an ETERNAL destination where we have yet to arrive. Now that Mr. Troy Sneed has crossed the bar (something all of us must do at life's end), we must loose him and let him go. There is a brighter side somewhere and surely Mr. Troy Sneed can walk around HEAVEN all day. "Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way" (Booker T. Washington). Respectfully submitted by: Artemus Flagg, Ph. D. of Charlotte, NC.

May 4, 2020

May God be with the family at this most difficult time.

Elsie Johnson

May 3, 2020

My sincere condolences and prayers to the family , you will always be on my playlist, Thank you for sharing your Beautiful and God filled blessings, we love you forever, SIP❤❤

Canessa Borders

May 3, 2020

My condolence to the family of troy sneed

Vanessa Chatfield

May 3, 2020

My heart goes out to the family; we loved Troy and followed his career; gone but never forgottenTracy and Vanessa Chatfield

Shun Waymon

May 3, 2020

My condolences to the Sneed Family. May God keep you all during this time of bereavement. I remember Troy from my college days at FAMU, he was truly an inspiration. I know he is now singing in the Heavenly Choir. Stay strong family and I know God will see you all through.

Sheila Williams

May 3, 2020

I loved his relationship he displayed with JESUS through his music. RIP

Rodrick &Pauline Ellis

May 3, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the Sneed and Flowers family our prayers are with you during this extremely difficult time. Troy you went from singing in the choir and playing in the band to ultimately putting our small town on the map and representing Perry well. Your legacy will live on in our hearts, minds and spirit, Taylor County is grateful and forever changed. May God welcome you into His eternal kingdom and grant your soul rest as you Walk Around Heaven All Day...
Our deepest sympathy
Rodrick & Pauline Ellis
Jacksonville, Florida Via Perry, Florida.

Sophia Hogan-Booker

May 3, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Altenise Patterson

May 3, 2020

Many childhood memories singing in the choir at New Mt Zion Baptist Church.

Rufus Howell

May 3, 2020

Praying for his family he was such an inspiration with his music. I would like to know how I can purchase some of his music?

Kim Richardson

May 3, 2020

Prayers for the family and friends of Troy Sneed. Was blessed by his music.

Loren Nunnally

May 3, 2020

Troy you will definitely be missed. Emily I pray you and your children's strength in the lord in this season.. God speed over each of you. I love you.

Chuck Feedsed

May 3, 2020

I formerly worked with Troy in 1999, he was a great man, always showed up in nice loafers in his German car. He was always eager to do business and was always kind to the city slickers. RIP Sneed, you will be missed, hopefully you're planting tomatoes for the Big Guy in the sky.

Ramoth and Barbara Andrews

May 3, 2020

With our deepest sympathy to the family. From Dr. Emory Andrews Family in Gainesville, FL.

Renee and Willie Young

May 2, 2020

Pastor Renee and Deacon Willie Young
Rehoboth Christian worship Center
Jackson, Mississippi
Our prayers are with you

Velma Chisholm

May 2, 2020

May God strength you Woman of God in everyway

Brenda Crockett

May 2, 2020

My condolences goes out to family praying for you all

Inda Ajiwoye

May 2, 2020

RIP Troy....Walk Around Heaven All Day.

Mamie Phillips

May 2, 2020

What a gifted singer. Rest it peace.

Thaddeus Jones

May 2, 2020

Troy we had great times growing up in East Perry playing football and basketball in your moms backyard as well as football in high school. Yes it did hurt when you would tear our heads off. I loved when we played baseball because I was better than you in something. We laughed at your neighborhood band when you played drums then we paid for it during football. You moved on in life and became successful in all you wanted to. Proud of you and Rest In Peace my brother. To your family Troy was a good guy and was full of laughter and jokes. He will be missed greatly but keep your heads up.

Gretchen

May 2, 2020

Words can never express the sadness in my heart hearing of the illness and transition of God's messenger in song. God inspired him in such a way that touched millions of lives. HIs music brought me through one of the most difficult periods of my life. I know God used him to speak to me.
Praying for his entire family and host of friends. We will definitely miss him. But there is joy in knowing that He said YES along time ago so we rest knowing that ALL IS WELL!!

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