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South Bend, Indiana
Apr 24, 1934 – May 5, 2013
Harold Snelling Jr., 79, of South Bend, Indiana departed this life peacefully at home on Sunday, May 5, 2013. He was born on April 24, 1934 to the union of Nevada and Harold Snelling Sr.
Harold received his formal education through the South Bend Community School System and then enlisted in the United States Military. Harold married Stella Tutton-Montgomery on August 31, 1985.
He worked for AM General many years, retiring from there. Harold was also the owner of the Ebony Lounge, H&T Lounge, and Duraclean Snelling & Snelling Carpet Cleaning Services. Harold was a member of the Elks Lodge. Famous for his cooking, he loved to barbeque. He never told anyone his recipe for that "special sauce" that he was so proud of.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Stella Snelling of South Bend, Indiana; children: Dr. Linda Chavis-Green (Vincent) of Indianapolis, Indiana, Patricia Ann Snelling of Houston, Texas, Jerome Chavis and David Darnell, both of South Bend, Indiana, Michelle Chavis of Houston, Texas, Richmond C. Montgomery (Babette), Denita Henry (Melvin), Terri Anne Montgomery, Renee Scott (Maurice); 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren. It is said that as one life ends, another begins and on May 5, 2013, the same day as Harold's departure from this life, a great-grandchild, Christopher James Mccowan II was born to his granddaughter, Jayco Parhams. Harold also leaves a sister, Lois (Victor) Steward; and a brother, George (Mary) Hugins Jr., all of South Bend, Indiana.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Snelling Sr. and Mrs. Nevada Paskell; and siblings: Hazel Humphrey, Lucille Spann, Georgia Ann Hugins, Emma Hugins, Carey Hugins, Gwendolyn Hugins, Hilda Snelling and Earl Brown.
Funeral services for Harold Snelling Jr. will be held on Monday, May 13, 2013 in New Horizons Outreach Ministry, 56165 Mayflower Road, South Bend. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. and service at 12:00 noon. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery.
Harold was like a Family to the Bethels! He and my oldest brother ,Marvin, were running buddies!
May 02, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Katrina Dotson-Blake
June 04, 2013 | Columbia, SC
Linda, Michelle, Patti,
I want to send my condolences to the entire Snelling Family. May the outpouring of love from family and freinds be of some comfort to you at this time.
Michelle Payton
May 20, 2013 | Houston, TX
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Bitsey Horton
May 17, 2013 | Los Angeles, CA
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
May 16, 2013 | South Bend, IN
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beverly Perry & Family
May 16, 2013 | South Bend, IN
My condolences to the Snelling family.May God give you comfort in your time of bereavement. From Dorothy M.Ellis & Family.
May 15, 2013
To the family,
We extend our sincere condolences. And pray God's blessings for your family.
Milton & Alice Wilson
May 15, 2013 | South Bend, IN
To The Harold Snelling Jr. Family~
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. Please know that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.
Michael, Phyllis, Marqus, Meagan, Deron & Mike Phillips
May 15, 2013 | South Bend, IN
