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In His Own Words
A few months before he passed, Marcus Lynn Snowden wrote a mini autobiography about his life for a school assignment. Reading this now it’s hard to believe that someone who had so much hope for the future is no longer with us. Although brief, an array of emotion, honesty and sensitivity is evident. This is a glimpse of who he was, unafraid to bear his soul and express his love for others.
Genuine in the utmost respect, his light and presence was like no other…
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Marcus won a ribbon in an art contest at Tranquillity Elementary School for this picture he drew of himself being beemed up by aliens. Age 7, this picture is dated 2000. Just wanted to start the album out with something of his, we thought you might enjoy it.
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- Entry #1 Mario Avila
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- Entry #2 by Daniel Araiza
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- Entry #3 by Bertha Lemus
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- Entry #4 by Marlyn Casillas
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- Entry #5 by Marlyn Casillas
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- Entry #6 by Arnulfo Luna
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- Entry #7 by Daniel Campos
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- Marcus won a ribbon in an art contest at Tranquillity Elementary School for this picture he drew of himself being beemed up by aliens. Age 7, this picture is dated in 2000. Just wanted to start the album out with something of his, we thought you might enjoy it.
aN uNeXpEcTeD tRiBuTe
November 11th marked the last football game of the season for the Kerman Lions; the game was played at Washington Union High School in Easton. The rain was really coming down for most of the JV game and the beginning of the Varsity game. Despite this the Lions had a great showing of fans who were as always very supportive of their school. The rain began to break away in time for the Varsity half time.
To our surprise the Washington Union cheerleaders began a quiet march across the football field carrying this beautiful sign. “Our heart goes out to Snowden’s family & friends” the moment was very touching as the message clearly showed their kindness and concern for all who were affected by Lynn’s passing. Lynn’s brother Reno Ochoa greeted the Washington Union cheerleaders with hugs and cheer squads from both schools took photos with the banner.
This moment is an example of how violence affects many people in different communities; the camaraderie of both schools on the football field was clearly evident in this moment. The bonds formed between people are constant despite friendly competition on the football field or in a wrestling match. We were very grateful for this tribute in that moment he was there with everyone at one of the places he loved most, the football field.
The Love Could Be Felt In The Whole Stadium
Washington Union High School went on to become the 2011 state CIF Division III state champions, after the 21-16 win over Campolindo on Dec 17th, 2011.
Photos By Colleen Diltz
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- The Love Could Be Felt In The Whole Stadium
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