John James Snow, Jr.

John James "Bubber" Snow Jr. (December 19, 1929 – March 17, 2025) was an American politician in the state of South Carolina.

Early years, education and career In 1954, Snow graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science degree. Snow was also a farmer and businessman.

Snow chaired the House Agriculture Committee. In 2004, Snow switched from the Democratic to the Republican Party for his re-election bid.

Snow was credited with making the Carolina Shag the State dance and beach music the official popular music for South Carolina in 1984.

In May 2024, Senator Luke A. Rankin sponsored a Resolution recognizing Snow on the 40th Anniversary of the Shag becoming South Carolina's State dance.

Personal life In 1957, Snow married Penelope Y. Grainger. The couple had three children.

Death Snow died on March 17, 2025 in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. Governor Henry McMaster ordered that flags in the state be flown half-staff on Sunday, April 6, 2025 to honor his service.