Charles G. Snelling

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Charles Gordon Snelling, 86, passed away at his home in Independence, Missouri on August 19th, 2018. A visitation will be held from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, August 22nd at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society. A celebration of life will be held at a later date and time.

Mr. Charles “Chuck” Snelling was born to Sylvester and Dortha Snelling in Trenton, Missouri on April 16th, 1932. He was the 6th child for the loving couple who later added two more to the bunch. Chuck worked on the family farm, as well as other odd jobs, before moving to Kansas City. He worked for Prier Brass Manufacturing Company from 1947 to 1950. Then in 1951 Chuck went to work at Basement Construction and, according to him, poured just about every foundation in Kansas City. He could have shown you each and every one of them and had a story to boot! After Chuck retired he found his true hobby – fixing lawnmowers and small engines. He also never missed an opportunity to try his luck in front of a slot machine! Chuck married Dorothy in the Summer of 1951 and had five children of their own; Steve Snelling, Brenda Prettyman, Stan Snelling, Lisa Roark, and Brian Snelling. They were blessed with 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren over the years. Charles was loved deeply and will be missed dearly.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association.

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  1. Paul and Mary Ham and Family on August 21, 2018 at 7:30 pm

    He was such a nice man. He will be missed by all who knew him. You all are in our thoughts and prayers!



  2. Pauline on August 21, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    Sorry for your loss.



  3. Pam Tickle-Collins on August 22, 2018 at 8:25 am

    Growing up on the same block I have some wonderful memories of your family and Mr. Snelling was always so nice. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during your time of grief.



  4. Mark Harris on August 22, 2018 at 9:06 am

    Sorry for your loss Brian. My thoughts are with you.



  5. Jeanne Epperson Gabert on August 22, 2018 at 9:56 am

    So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayer are with all of you.



  6. Julie Gooch Johnson on August 22, 2018 at 12:00 pm

    So very sorry for your loss! You are all in my prayers!



  7. Dolence on August 23, 2018 at 5:34 pm

    The Dolence families send their prayers for your family. Godspeed to your loved one.

    Beverly Dolence
    Dan and Sandy Dolence and family
    Preston and Sue Dolence and family



  8. Rick Malott on August 24, 2018 at 7:29 am

    Sorry for your loss STAN He left quite a legacy



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