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Herman Snell Obituary
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Thursday, September 23, 2010, in the Chapel of Baldwin Lee Funeral Home in Pearl. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-8pm and one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Interment will be in the Pine Bluff Baptist Church Cemetery in Hazlehurst.
Mr. Snell was a graduate of Bailey Magnet School and continued his education in psychology at the University of Southern MS. Herman was employed by Source Link in Madison and worked part-time writing the music column for the Jackson Free Press. He was very active in the Jackson Community working with various musical organizations and the Crossroads Film Festival. He was successful in having his own art work published.
He is survived by his son, Loden Snell; mother, Bobbie Lack; father, Gerald Wayne Snell; sister, Lynn Snell; grandparents, Cora Mae Morgan and Maxine Hammond; and nephew, Sebastian.
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Memories and Condolences
for Herman Snell
Matt Holt
October 13, 2010
At SourceLink Herman managed several jobs for me and was a true pleasure to work with him. I was shocked to learn today of his passing and my thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
richard haynes
September 29, 2010
my name is richard haynes i went to school with herman at bailey magnet school.i am very sorry to hear of his passing. may God be with his family at this diificult time.
Georgia Jenkins
September 26, 2010
Herman you will be missed greatly. From all of my family to your mother our condolences, we loved you.
September 26, 2010
I am writing this for Herman's mom, he was the light of my life. He was my first born and my only son, he was the light of my life and I loved him so very much. I will see you when I come home.
John Brinson
September 23, 2010
Herman,
You will be sorely missed my friend - You enjoyed life, appreciated art (both visual and aural) and were a blessing to all who called you friend. May there be joy in your rest.
September 22, 2010
May God be with you.
Valerie Crancer
September 22, 2010
As a former co-worker, he was a pleasure to work with. As a friend, his door was always open to me. Thank you Herman for being you.
Tammy Dixon
September 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Loden, remember all of the good times with your Dad. I surely will never forget your Dad. I know I was blessed by knowing and working with him.
Turner Davison
September 22, 2010
Loden, I know it's hard to lose someone you love, but I will be there for you when you need me. I will be praying for you and your family.
Sandy Foshee
September 22, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Carolina Whitfield-Smith
September 22, 2010
Herman was good friend who brought joy, beauty and art to everyone who knew him. My life was richer for knowing him.
Steven Tollison
September 22, 2010
Herman was pleasure to work with & will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Patty Arnold
September 22, 2010
Bobbie, I am so sorry to hear about your son. I will keep you & your family in my prayers. Love, Patty Arnold
Matt Brennan
September 22, 2010
A true gent who will be remembered well and sorely missed. God bless.
September 22, 2010
Bobbie, I am sorry to hear of Herman's sudden passing. My sympathies prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Lula Henley
Elizabeth and JJ Hawkins
September 22, 2010
JJ and I will miss you, friend. You opened our eyes to such wonderful, potent depths of beauty in the world, as we know you did for every life you touched. We can't fathom yet our loss. We love you still.
Nina Parikh
September 21, 2010
Herman shared kindness and support like no other, introduced me to a world of music and film and books and art I would never have discovered on my own, and served as one of the best examples of a parent I've ever come across. He is dearly missed by his family of friends, but we will strive to keep his spirit alive within and around us.
Kevin Nelson
September 21, 2010
Rest in Peace, Herman. You were well loved.
Hal Jeanes
September 21, 2010
In 30 years of performing live music in the Jackson, Ms area, no one could have been nicer or more helpful to me than Herman Snell. I am proud to have known him and will miss him very much.
Twasone Barnes
September 21, 2010
Herman, you will be missed & you always be in our hearts. You will forever be a Bailey Knight
Georgia Jenkins
September 21, 2010
I love you so much I know you are in a better place. Rest easy Love aunt Georgia
Jeffrey Grove
September 21, 2010
I just wanted to express my deepest sympathy to the Snell family. I have worked with Herman for 5 years now and have not met a more genuine person. He was always outgoing and friendly to everyone. I’ll surely miss him but know that he is in a better place. May God bless and rest in peace.
Lovetta Patterson
September 21, 2010
At this difficult time, no one knows what words to say, but may God be with you to comfort and keep you day by day. Herman was a very kind sweet and gentle person. Out of all the years I have known him he was always soft spoken, he never had a harsh word to say. I never saw him get upset with anyone, and if he was ever sad he never let it show. He will always be remembered by the life he led, so as you listen to each story that's shared take comfort in knowing that he touched a lot of lives and that his love will live on through his family. So always keep Herman in your heart and the two of you will never part.
james watkins
September 21, 2010
I give all my bessings out to the family He was a kind and sweet person who like to have fun and enjoy life
MILLER HENRY
September 21, 2010
FROM ONE BROTHER TO ANOTHER YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED. TO THE FAMILY SAY PRAYFUL.
Jason Carr
September 21, 2010
It was only last week that I wished Herman well on his surgery, and now to receive the news of his passing, has brought a profound sadness upon myself and plenty of others who knew of what a kind and patient person he was. I wish all of his family and friends good health and well being in this time of sorrow.
September 21, 2010
Herman will truly be missed. My prayers are with you all. Dale
David Hutson
September 21, 2010
He was a true and inspiring friend. I will always miss him as will anyone who had the honor to know him.
Sam Watson
September 21, 2010
Herman lives on in our hearts, thoughts and actions. He changed so many of us for the better. We love you and miss you.
Annette Kennedy
September 21, 2010
I stayed with Herman in Hattiesb while working for the American (as a photographer) from 2002 - 2003. He had the most wonderful way of dealing with me. The stories I could tell you! I regret not visiting or keeping in better contact with him but I knew he always had friends who popped in and out of his life like magic. And that's what he was "pure magic"!
Angela & Ellis Dear
September 21, 2010
Mrs. Bobbie, I am so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and your family.
keri ross
September 21, 2010
Herman, you affected me beautifully. If everything happens as it is supposed to, then it was time for you to graduate from Earth and to your next purpose. That means you achieved enlightenment! Hermes, you will be missed and thought of often. May we meet again. I love you. Much love and condolences to family and close friends.
Tracey Miller
September 21, 2010
My deepest sympathies for your unexpected loss. I'm thankful that I had the pleasure to meet him and work with him over the years at SourceLink. His unique ideas and perspective will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lynn & Ellis Dear
September 21, 2010
Bobby, We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Eddie Barnes
September 21, 2010
I was terribly saddened by the news of Herman’s passing. I offer my deepest sympathies to his family.
I worked with Herman for the last 5 years & found him to be a truly unique person. He had a tremendous love of the arts & of the Jackson area. He was my go to person for what was happening. We shared stories about our kids and many times I sought his advice on whether certain concert venues were appropriate for my teenagers.
Because of his extraordinary ability to analyze situations & offer solutions he was often my sounding board when I encountered difficult situations at work.
I will miss him greatly.
Gloria Henderson
September 21, 2010
I've really enjoyed working with Herman in the past years that we have worked together @ Sourcelink, he will surely be missed out here. My prayers goes out to the Snell family.
Dwayne Cook
September 21, 2010
A lost of a love one is never easy, and especially so when one such as Herman is gone so suddenly. i pray GOD's strength to be with you all, and know that we will miss him as well. He was part of our family at Sourcelink, and we truly love him. GOD's blessings be upon you in this your hour of need. Pastor D V Cook (SourceLink Family)
Maria Young
September 21, 2010
I worked with Herman for the past 5 years...his attention to detail made him stand out! He always had a story to share, was ever ready to give help on a project, loved to talk about anything and everything and was well versed on most topics! I enjoyed admiring the art and collectibles he displayed around the office. We talked about our children. He was so proud of Loden! And finally, boy that man had self-confidence! What a loss he must be to your family...
he will surely be missed by all of us! So sorry for your loss.
John 3:16
Christine Morrison
September 21, 2010
Herman was so wonderful to work with and will be missed for a very long time. My thoughts and prayers go to his family, especially Loden. He was so proud to be his father and cherished the time they spent together.
Pamela Samuel
September 21, 2010
Herman you will be greatly missed my friend. I will cherish the many conversations you and I shared during your time at Sourcelink. May your family find strength during this time.
Kristen Gibson
September 21, 2010
Herman was such a kind and genuine person that never had a harsh word about anybody. It was great to have the opportunity to work with him and and will be greatly missed by those that had the pleasure of knowing him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow.
Katie Flood
September 21, 2010
I feel so blessed to have worked with Herman the past two years. He was such a wonderful person and I enjoyed the time I got to spend with him. He will be missed.
Burt Peyton
September 21, 2010
Herman will be dearly missed by those who had the honor to know him. Rest in peace brother.
Kristen Gibson
September 21, 2010
Herman was such a kind and caring person and was such a pleasure to work with. He will be greatly missed by all who had the opportunity to know him and my thoughts and prayers are with his family in this time of sorrow.
Chris McQueen
September 21, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. I worked with Herman at Sourcelink. He was a very conscientious Account Manager, and just a nice, friendly person to be around. He will be sorely missed around the halls here. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
September 21, 2010
I WORKED WITH HERMAN FOR 6 YEARS AND HE WILL BE TRULEY MISSED BY HIS SOURCELINK FAMILY.I WILL ALWAYS EXPECT TO SEE HERMAN SITTING HIS OFFICE BUT NOW HE SITS WITH GOD. REST IN PEACE.
LOVE,
JULIA STRONG
Ron Michaels
September 21, 2010
Very sorry about your unexpected lost. It was my pleasure to be a co-worker with Herman for the past several years. He will be greatly missed.
Sydney Andrews
September 21, 2010
Herman has been my most valued friend for quite some time. I will miss his unconditional positive regard, the way he made me feel like a better human being, his fascinating mind, and frequent company. There is no question that this world is better off for his having lived in it. I can not express my grief and the empathy I feel for his family.
Cynthia LaRue
September 21, 2010
Herman was pleasure to work with & will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Cynthia LaRue
Brenda Collette
September 21, 2010
Herman was a joy to work with, always upbeat and willing to lend a helping hand. His dedication and contributions to his SourceLink family will be greatly missed. The heavens will now enjoy the great sound of music and fine arts…
September 21, 2010
I met Herman through my two sons and he became like one of the family. He was one of the kindest, most respectful, intelligent, helpful,artistic,encouraging, loyalist friend, most loving father of any person I've ever known....a genuine gentle soul. I will miss him terribly. My sincere condolences to his family.
Janet McLeran-Porter
Mary Younker
September 21, 2010
Herman will be missed by Personal Finance Company - he has managed our solicitation efforts through Sourcelink for 3 1/2 years now. He had become a friend as well as account manager. He was always quick to keep us on schedule and had wonderful ideas. I own his book - now, I guess I will need to make time to really read it. He was a very special man!
Janice Hammond
September 21, 2010
I will miss you dearly. You were the best of all of us. You were always there for me to help me with questions about work. You are in the best of good hands now.
Janice
September 21, 2010
Bobbie: I am so sorry about your son. My prayers and thoughts are with you. God bless you.
Pearl Massey
The Staff of Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home
September 20, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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