The community of Carnegie, Pennsylvania, is mourning the sudden and tragic loss of 54-year-old Kenneth A. Snarey, who died Thursday night, November 20, 2025, in a single-vehicle crash in Harrison County, Ohio. His unexpected passing has left family, friends, and neighbors devastated, remembering a man known for his kindness, humor, and unwavering devotion to the people he loved.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the fatal crash occurred at approximately 10:46 p.m. as Kenneth was traveling south on State Route 9 in Archer Township. Investigators say his 2013 Ford Expedition failed to negotiate a curve, veering off the right side of the roadway before becoming airborne. The vehicle struck a utility pole and then a tree, ultimately overturning. Despite the swift arrival of emergency responders, Kenneth was pronounced dead at the scene.
Multiple agencies assisted in the response, including the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office, Hopedale Fire and EMS, Cadiz and Jewett Fire Departments, Harrison County ODOT, Blackies Towing, and the Harrison County Coroner’s Office. First responders worked diligently to secure the area and ensure Kenneth received dignified care in the aftermath of the crash.
While the circumstances of his passing are heartbreaking, those who knew Kenneth are choosing to remember the life he lived rather than the tragedy that ended it. He was a man whose presence brought comfort, whose sense of humor brought light, and whose loyalty created bonds that will endure long beyond his lifetime. Friends recall his steady nature and generosity; family members remember the laughter he carried into every room and the deep love he shared with those closest to him.
As the community grapples with this profound loss, loved ones are leaning on shared memories to find strength—moments of joy, acts of kindness, and the simple, everyday gestures that spoke volumes about who Kenneth was. His legacy is one of compassion, warmth, and authenticity.
Though he is gone far too soon, Kenneth A. Snarey will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace, and may his family and all who loved him find comfort and healing during this incredibly difficult time.