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Dennis Orin Schnell
01/01/2008 — 12/14/2008
From Pasco, WA, US | Born in Dayton, WA
Dennis Orin Schnell
Dennis O. Schnell, 69, of Pasco, passed away on December 14, 2008 at Kadlec Medical Center. He was born in Dayton, WA to Dennis and Dorthy Schnell. The family moved to Renton and then came to the Tri-Cities where Dennis graduated high school.
Dennis joined the Army in 1960. He was a Dining Facilities Manager and retired in 1984 after 25 years in the service. He served in Vietnam and is being thanked for his services 20 years later. Dennis was very proud of the birth of his two boys.
After retirement Dennis taught himself how to chip carve on wood. He then joined the Carving Club at Kennewick Senior Center.
Dennis is survived by his wife Karen; sons, Dennis D. Schnell and Carol, Matthew J. Schnell; grandchildren, Dylan & Jordon; brother, Donald E. Schnell and several nieces & nephews.
He is preceded in death by his mother Dorthy I. Schnell, father Dennis N. Schnell, brother Norman Schnell and his sister Denice Storres.
Donations may be made to the American Diabetes or Heart Association.
Dennis was my uncle and will be sorely missed by the family. He was an all around good guy and could always be counted on for a good laugh and a good time. My condolences to his immediate family.
farewell to a special man who was always kind and very fair to me he is missed already
Uncle Orin was a kind, gentle, and patient man. He was so talented with his woodworking. His love went into every detail he made. My favorite memories are of the countless family BBQ’s we had. He was a wonderful dad as seen in the fine young men he raised. I only wish the world had more men like my Uncle Orin. He will surely be missed!
I only new Orin for a very short time, but in that time I saw what a talented, generous and kind man he was. He had a relationship with his family that was so loving, it was wonderful to see. He will be truly missed.
In the short time that we have known Dennis he has treated us like family. There was always a smile on his face when we were around him and friendship in his voice. He has made a positive impact in our lives and will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Memories of Uncle Orn will stay with me a lifetime.
A man who lived life to the fullest, made people laugh and smile, served his country, and made a wonderful family! He will be missed for sure. The memories, however, will always bring smiles and laughter. My love to the family.
Karen & family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Steffy will never forget the magic man!!!! What a impact he had on people, young and old. I sure am glad you were able to go to Flordia, where the story and memories begin!!!! Love you always Connie
May those in need seek His face and be comforted in His Grace.
He was a great brother inlaw!!!!!
Will miss his witt and stories.
Karen,Dennis, and Matt if you need anything don’t hessitate to call love you always Cindi
Karen, We are so sorry for you loss. It must be so difficult and wish we could have been there for you. We tried to call you but got no answer but we will try again. Please take care of yourself. We care about you. Mark and Karen
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AND NEVER STOP LOVING THE MEMORIES OF YOU, YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART FOR YOU WERE TRULY A SPECIAL PERSON ,NOT ONLY TO ME BUT TO OUR COUNTRY, THE WORLD WON’T BE THE SAME WITH OUT YOU UNCLE ORIN..I LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND MISS YOU DEARLY. I TRULY ENJOYED YOU SHOWING ME YOUR WOOD WORKINGS AND GIVING ME PIECES OF YOUR WORKS OF ART, I ENJOYED EVERY MOMENT WE HAD LOOKING AT GRANDPAS OLD BARBER RAZORS AND HIS HARMONICAS AND THE TIME WE LOOKED AT YOUR COIN COLLECTION A PASSION WE BOTH SHAREDCOIN COLLECTING, AND I THANK YOU FOR THE THINGS YOU TOLD ME OF MY GRANDMOTHER AND THE PICTURES OF FAMILY MEMBERS YOU SHARED WITH ME, I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU,HOW COULD I , YOU WERE A PIECE OF ME. LISA SOKEY/EDMONDSON
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle Ornie will be missed but memories of him will be with us always.
Dear Karen & Family
It was with great sadness that we learned of Denni’s death. He will be fondly remembered and missed by many.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.
Be still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along the your way.
May God bless you and your family.
This is not a goodbye, just a delay until we meet again my friend.
The best hunting and fishing partner I ever had.
John and Shirley Worrell
Life is real, life is ernest
And the grave is not it’s goal
Dust thou art to dust returneth
Was not spoken of the soul
As usual, I’m late at getting things done but it doesn’t mean you’re not on my mind or in my heart.
Love,
Uncle Tom
Dennis was such a wonderful and caring man. He was such a talented man with woodworking. He was a wonderful father in law and a wonderful Grandpa. He will be greatly missed but always remembered for all you did for others and all of the lives that you touched. What a honer to be in your family and to have gotten to know you…. with love Carol
My condolences to you Karen. May one of my favorite people from my youth rest in peace.
Sincerely,
John
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