Date of Death: October 15, 2023
Service Details
The family invites you to join them for a Celebration of Life on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Obenchain Lodge located at YMCA Camp Eberhart. A visitation will be held from 12pm-2pm and memorial service at 2pm. We look forward to sharing memories, laughs and stories as Jim would have wanted us to. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Obituary Notice
James (Jim) Snell, 72, of Three Rivers, Michigan (formerly of Elkhart, Indiana) passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at his residence on Corey Lake. He was born on March 17, 1951 to Albert and Joyce Snell. On June 28, 1975 he married Barbara Hart in Elkhart.
Jim is survived by his wife, Barbara; children, Jennifer (Brent) Kattau and Eric (Ivana) Snell; grandchildren, Lena, Emily, Ava, Rhys, Layla and Marley; brother, Richard (Marilou) Snell; and sister, Linda Yoder. After graduating from Purdue University, Jim spent over 40 years as a retail pharmacist in the local Michiana area. During his retirement, Jim enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends, golfing, playing pickle ball, boating, volunteering as a redcoat at Elkhart General Hospital and serving as the treasurer for the Corey Lake Association.
Additional Information
Memorial donations may be made to Concord Dollars for Scholars (59117 Minuteman Way, Elkhart, IN 46517) where the family is establishing a scholarship to honor Jim’s legacy.
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Jim was my pharmacist for years. I valued his expertise as well as his friendliness and care. We often joked together. God bless you all in your great loss.
Jim was a great friend and gentle soul. My prayers for Barb and family as they seek comfort in his passing.
We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Snell’s passing.
He was a very nice man and Neighbor on Harbor Drive, Our sincere Condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Rest in Peace!
Love the August and Yerly Families.
Barb, to you and your family, I’m so sorry for your loss. May you find some comfort through family, friends and all your sweet memories…
I am thinking of you all, Barb! I am so sorry to hear about this. Sending love your way!
I wonder how many unseen kindnesses Jim displayed over the years. He shared his smile with so many people.
There will be many happy memories to share and the family will keep the stories alive for the younger generations. I’m so sorry for your loss, Barb and family.
Very sorry for your loss guys. Sending hugs to you and your mom❤️
Barb, I send my condolences to you and your family. Jim always shared his respect for teachers and his love for you as we talked every time at the pharmacy. He will be missed.
I’ll miss your pontoon rides and teasing. Until we meet again….
I will deeply miss Jim’s infectious chuckle, and his amazing generosity of time and spirit. Love to the whole family.
Thanks for your warmth and hospitality. I owe a lifetime of memories and laughter to time spent with you and your amazing family.
I’m so sorry to hear of this loss. I will always remember what a kind gentleman he is. I will miss him suddenly appearing and scaring me at the mailbox lol.
We got to know Jim and family as a customer and quickly discovered his warm and congenial personality and the same in his entire family.
We are deeply saddened and believe in the family strength that Jim instilled upon all.
Hugs.
I am so sad to hear this- I loved his great sense of humor and have many great memories with Jim and Barb both! Heaven has gained another Angel!
Shared many fun times with Jim and family. He would do anything to help a friend who was struggling. His jokes and kindness will be missed in this world.
Barb, I just heard about Jim, I’m so very sorry. If I can do anything for you just say the word. Hugs and prayers.
We will miss him so much !! Such a good friend and neighbor!! Sandy Harbor won’t be the same without Jim!!
May you rest in peace dear friend!