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He was born in Samuels, February 19,1949 to Vernon Paul and Anna Beatrice Biven Snellen. He was of Catholic faith.
He retired from CSX Railroad and was a retired Army Veteran. He was also a member of the KHPA, where he enjoyed his favorite pastime of pitching horseshoes.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Monte; brother-in-law, Rob Quelle; and his grandson, Isaac Paul Snellen.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 52 years, Arlene Snellen; his sons, Vernie (Anne) Snellen and Kevin Snellen; his grandchildren whom he loved with is whole heart, Emily, Chase, Noah, Caden, Madison, Cruz, Carter, Everly, and Emmett; three sisters, Anita Quelle of Cincinnati, Ohio, Verna (Bobby) Guthrie of Big Clifty, and Karen (Rudy) Pinkston of Deatsville; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Upon request of his wishes cremation was chosen with private graveside services at a later date.
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Jean Nalley Frazier
May 27, 2025
Arlene, so sorry to hear of Dale´s passing.
I went to school with him at OkHS.
May our god give you peace and comfort.
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