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Dale Eugene Snelling
Long-time community leader Dale Eugene Snelling, 75, of Noblesville, IN, died Monday, July 18, 2011, with his wife of 34 years Suzanne (Fahrenkamp) Snelling by his side. He was born Dec. 5, 1935, in Lawton, OK.
He served on the Noblesville City Council 1992-2011 and Noblesville School Board 1968-1984.
In 1963, he moved Noblesville as head track and assistant football coach at Noblesville High School, where he also taught driver's education, health and physical education. In 1968, he went into insurance sales, and in 1973, he became a licensed real estate broker, owner/operator of Snelling Real Estate in Noblesville. He retired from real estate in 2004. From 1973 until his death, he was a Hamilton County surety bail bond agent.
His love of coaching young people resulted in Mr. Snelling's greatest impact in Noblesville. He later rejoined the NHS coaching staff as freshman football coach 1988-1992. He was first head coach for the Noblesville Grinders and served on its board of directors for 25 years. In 2010, he was inducted into the Noblesville Elementary Football League Hall of Fame. He also served on the Noblesville Boys and Girls Club board of directors for 12 years.
He preceded in death by his father and mother, Ralph Owen and Nellie Ida (Hiett) Snelling; a daughter, Cynthia Snelling, and a grandson, Dale Milligan. In addition to his wife Suzanne, he is survived by his sister Carol S. Peterson (John R.) of Surprise, AZ; four daughters, Rebecca L. Schroer (Tim) of Brownsburg, IN; Catherine A. and Troy Wilson of Arcadia, IN; Jacqueline S. Brown (Jeff) of Danville, CA, and Jennifer L. Espay of Cincinnati, OH; and eight grandchildren.
Services for Mr. Snelling include calling on Thursday, July 21, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Randall and Roberts Funeral Home , 1150 Logan St., Noblesville, and from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 22, 2011 at the First United Methodist Church, 2051 Monument St., Noblesville, where the funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Noblesville Elementary Football League and sent to Matt Nelis, president, P.O. Box 805, Noblesville, IN, 46061.
Online condolences can be given at: http://www.randallroberts.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Dale Snelling
Herbert Collett
July 13, 2019
Its been eight years ago and I am very grateful for the reminder note concerning Dale's passing as it made me remember a man I feel a strong sense of friendship and respect for. I was elected president of the bus drivers association and immediately requested Dale's appointment to a committee originally formed by the school administration to suggest their ideas to the bus drivers association but with Dale and other drivers we flipped the purpose of the committee to carry drivers ideas to the School Administration. Dale was the real man of leadership and added a strong voice when speaking for the drivers association ... he was respected by the Administration and his arguments for the drivers usually carried our agenda and concerns forward. I personally had the utmost respect for Dale and wish I have known him much longer that the few years we worked together for Noblesville Schools. My sincere regards to his family. H.L. Collett
William Jennings
August 29, 2011
Dear Susanne, Jackie and other members of the Snelling family. We have lost a dear friend and "team mate" in Dale's passing. I met him @ Purdue when he took me and Joe Stepanek to mass @ St. Thomas in his model T Ford. He and I played our last game as "Boiler" oldtimers at the tender age of 42. Jackie and my CC became friends while freshman @ Purdue. He was the BEST and that beautiful smile just got bigger and bigger as time went on. RiP old friend billyj
The Snelling Girls
July 31, 2011
Thank you to all of the wonderful messages honoring our father Dale Snelling. We wish to share a few thoughts of what it meant to have him as a Dad:
Through his thoughts, words and deeds, Dad told us he was proud of us, he taught us we could do anything we put our minds to, he taught us that no one is better than anyone else, and he showed us to stand up for our principles and how to help people in need. He showed us how to die with dignity. But most importantly, he showed us how to live. Thank you Dad. We love you and already miss you.
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David R Banta
July 29, 2011
The Snelling Family
Renate and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to your family. Coach will be remembered and missed by all. May God bless and keep us all.
Nancy & Steven Snyder
July 29, 2011
Our sympathy to Dale's family and friends. He was a very special person whose impact on those around him will be remembered and missed.
Melissa & Jonathon
July 27, 2011
Cathy & Troy,
Jonathon & I send our deepest condolences to you & your family. You're in our thoughts & prayers.
Christy Moore
July 23, 2011
Cathy, my sympathies to you and your family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Christy Moore
Jessie Coverdale
July 22, 2011
Our sympathies go out to your entire family. Dale touched each member of our family. We have donated to cancer fund in his name. Our prayers are with you. Ed, Jessie, Andrew, Brad, & Beth Coverdale
Karen Chaudion
July 22, 2011
Cathy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Karen (Tescher)& Whitey Chaudion
Terry Eaton
July 21, 2011
My best memories of Dale are when we were involved with our daughters in the Indian Princess program and went camping at Flat Rock.We did not see each other a great deal after our family moved from Noblesville,but whenever we would see each other it was as though we had never moved.He always had my respect and will always be remembered for his many contributions and accomplishments.
Jackie our thoughts and prayers are with you,your family and the Snelling family.
Carol Clark
July 21, 2011
Becky and family,
Just wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you during this hard time, Carol Musselman Clark
LIBBY BLEDSOE
July 21, 2011
THE SNELLING FAMILY---CATHY, YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
LOVE LIBBY BLEDSOE
Larry Dembinski
July 21, 2011
Our condolences to Dale's family; and we thank them for sharing him with so many of us all these years. He coached football at Knox High School during the 50's. We learned a lot from Coach Snelling, and even today, whenever we get together, we enjoy telling our tales of being in his care. Thank you, Dale,for your encouragement, love and dedication. You molded many of our lives and was a mentor to us all.
Rest in Gods care now. You did Him proud!
Aloha
Larry and Yvonne
Jennifer Gualdoni & The Knotts Family
July 20, 2011
To the Snelling Family,
Our prayers are with you all during this painful time. Mr. Snelling was a friend of my parents and had helped them find our family home. When I was in high school, Mr. Snelling was my bus driver. I always thought this was ironic since he was on the City Council but I was the only person on the bus who knew him. He would always make me laugh on our ride home from school. He was so involved with the community, and he will be missed. God bless!
July 20, 2011
Carol and John,
I am so sorry to learn of the death of your brother. I pray for God's comfort for you and for Dale's family.
Linda Bloss
carol Land
July 20, 2011
Suzanne,
What a wonderful man! I remember how kind he always was to Erik when you would help him with speech. And Dale, through the years has always shown a nice interest in Erik. He was lucky to have you and you were fortunate to have him. I always enjoyed every talk i ever had with Dale! He is with God in a beautiful place!
love,
Carol Land (& John, Erik as well as your namesake Keri "Suzanne" Land)
Lori Cain
July 20, 2011
Snelling Family,
There is a saying: Your spark can become a flame and change everything. Dale was that spark in Noblesville. He was so dedicated, but never asked for recognition.I have admired his leadership skills from a distance. I want to thank you for sharing your husband, father, grandfather with the community. He put in a lot of hrs helping in all corners of this community and we are all better for it. All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle....Dale was shining bright his whole life and now it flickers in all that he touched.
In deepest sympathy,
Lori Cain and family
Noblesville School Board
Noblesville Parks and Rec Board
Fan of Dale!
Beth Logan
July 20, 2011
Becky and Cathy,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He was a great guy and I always enjoyed his company, his sense of humor and the smell of his pipe.
The Noblesville community will sure miss him as will I.
Peace,
Beth Logan
Julie Thompson
July 20, 2011
Suzanne,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. Remember to rely on your family, friends and faith to help you through you journey...his love will be with you forever!!
Lisa & Rick
July 20, 2011
We will miss this kind man. We moved to Noblesville and rented a home from Dale. He was so good to us and finally ask us Why in the world are you renting a home from me....you should be buying one! ha ha We were young and dumb and Dale got us on the right track. He will be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Cyndi and Mike Kirby
July 20, 2011
Suzanne and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your journey down this long new path. Dale loved everyone dearly..and he will walk with you every step of the way on this journey as he always has.
Sherri Kehoe
July 20, 2011
Suzanne,
Our heartfelt sympathy is with you. Dale was a kind man. I fondly remember our friendship and the fun times when you and Steve worked together. I also appreciated his help later when my brother was in need.
Sincerely, Sherri (Reed) & Bruce Kehoe
H.L. Collett
July 20, 2011
Dale was one of the most accomplished men I had the privilege of working with during the 18 years I lived in Noblesville. I was honored to count his as my friend and to have worked with him as a school bus driver and as one of those elected by the drivers to represent them in the Bus Drivers Association. A very effective advocate with a very strong sense of right and wrong with strength of character to stand tall. He served his fellows well and will be missed for his wit, friendliness, and wise counsel. Goodby friend.
Mary Beth Steve & Barb Males
July 20, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always.
Jorga Moore
July 20, 2011
Suzanne, I am so sorry for your loss, God Bless you all during this time. Jorga Moore
Connie Boggs
July 19, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jim and Dede Bray
July 19, 2011
Suzanne,
Our sympathy and aloha.
Randall and Roberts Funeral Home
July 20, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Kelly C
July 19, 2011
Cathy,
Im so sorry about your dad and just know, if you need anything, let me know!
Patty Beam
July 19, 2011
Snelling Girls,
I am very sorry for your loss. I am also sorry that I won't be able to attend the service. I am on vacation in Hilton Head. Didn't your dad take all of you guys to Hilton Head a few years ago? How ironic...
Cathy (Hare) Reid
July 19, 2011
Suzanne - my prayers are with you and your family. Dale was a great man and he will be missed greatly. I am so
happy that I was able to talk with him a few weeks ago. God Bless you
July 19, 2011
Our sympathy to the family. Jeff and Alice Eads
July 19, 2011
My deepest sympathy on the loss of a great man. My prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Patricia Dillinger Tyra
Robin Robertson
July 19, 2011
Dale was such an asset to Hamilton County and the childrens lives he has touched. Prayers for Suzanne, and Dale's daughters and grandchildren...we have lost a good man.
Debby & Todd Harris
July 19, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Arlene Street
July 19, 2011
The joy you brought to others, the unselfish giving of yourself will be remembered by the many people that knew you Dale. You have left a lasting imprint on this city we call Noblesville. And we are all better off that you chose to make your home here.
July 19, 2011
I will miss you Mr Dale Eugene Snelling, R.I. P.
Laurie Jackson
July 19, 2011
I will miss Dale dearly; he was a good friend for many years and we served on Noblesville City Council together. He was a rock for the council, always very logical in the midst of some chaotic situations. My thoughts and prayers are with Suzanne.
Matthew Woods
July 19, 2011
Dale, you were a great asset to the city of Noblesville, and a great friend to my mother and I over the years. We are grateful to have known you. Godspeed.
And to the Snelling family, we are so sorry for your loss.
July 19, 2011
The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy. (Psalms 126:3 NIV)
I am grateful for the many years of public service we all received from Councilman Dale Snelling.
I am also grateful of the example he set for the all of us in civil service. He served well and he served with all his heart. Dale Snelling truly cared for the citizens and about each issue brought to him by them. He showed us all to listen first. I will always remember how open and approachable he was. Dale always had time for questions and always gave honest answers. He was a gentleman, always kind and always gracious and I will always hold him in high regard.
Dale is now experiencing heaven. I remember to rejoice in that; but, selfishly, I will miss him.
His death leaves a huge hole in our hearts and our city because he was such an important part of the city and many of our lives.
Even as we mourn his death, we give thanks to God for all the love, for the wonderful memories we all hold of him, and especially the special joy we all felt when we were with him.
When I think of him I appreciate all the many years of service and I always think of him smiling. He was very much a man of honor.
Serving Joyfully,
Cindy Hawkins
Mayor's Assistant
Kay Curnutt-Alberts
July 19, 2011
Cathy,
My prayers are with you and your family during this time of deep loss, your father was a wonderful man and he will be missed greatly. God sends peace in the storm, God bless,
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