Don Snell

Thinking of you today, and your days in Dallas.

I'm but one of the many who have wonderful memories of Don; I am comforted to think of him now as restored and whole. Andrew, may you find some peace in this difficult time through the love and caring of friends.

Don was a gracious, gifted, generous man... and wickedly funny, to boot. A decade and thousands of miles away, I continue to tell "my favorite Don Snell jokes." People laugh and ask for more details; I describe for them a few of the facets of this beautiful man who was to me a friend, a singing partner, and an inspiration. Thank you, Don, for all that you so freely shared with us.

There are so many Donald stories...where to begin? I knew Donald when he lived in Dallas and kept in touch thereafter. Just before we left Dallas in 2000 I mourned the loss of our house and trees to a zealous developer. Donald knew we were planning to spend time in England and dismissed our handwringing with ---"Get over it! There're lots of trees in Europe." One year Donald was in charge of Thanksgiving decorations at my house --- his theme was "What would have happened if the Pilgrims...

I have many fine memories of Don dating back to days in Houston in the 70s. He introduced me to the Opera and his marvelously devilish sense of humor. Although we visited infrequently, his easy way always enabled a quick resumption of the friendship. I am proud to have know him and shared many laughs.

Don's radiant charm was, I think, a product of his easy Southern gentlemanliness. While we can readily remember Don for his singing voice, devilish smile, and ease in any spotlight, I'll especially remember the Don who was always ready to be drafted (often by me) for church, choir, and choir tour duties (those best of all times!), and who further never ever failed to thank me for my part in the scheme.

Don, you are missed, you are remembered, you are loved, and you are making me smile...

Dear Don,

Knowing you were the partner of the quite wonderful Andrew, means you were a man of thoughtfulness, intelligence and fine integrity. As you start this new journey know you'll aways be thought of and it's so good to have met you in a special way thorugh Andrew who often shared moments of these last months.

Ken Sherman