William Snodgrass remembered

William R. Snodgrass passed away earlier this week. He was 85 years old. This esteemed gentleman served as the Comptroller of the Treasury for 44 years in Tennessee. As Comptroller Emeritus, he continued to work with the Comptroller's Office until shortly before his death. His wise fiscal management policies acting as a stabilizing force for decades in Tennessee and his influence extends throughout many facets of state and local government in Tennessee. Many career state employees serving in government today began their public service under the direction of Mr. Snodgrass. His funeral services were conducted this past Wednesday.