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Henry 'Hank' Schnell, August 5, 1938 – January 6, 2023

Celebration of Life

Henry "Hank" Schnell was born on Aug. 5, 1938. He went to sleep with his Lord Jesus on Jan. 6 awaiting His soon return. Hank was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

He was handsome, strong, kind, big-hearted, loving, thoughtful and would give you the shirt off his back without hesitation. He had a zest for life, was always eager to learn and he would never give up. Hank was preceded in death by his sons, Eric, Darren and David, and his sister Mary Lou Olivares. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Cheri; daughter-in-law Melissa; six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, three sisters, and their spouses, four brothers, and their spouses, two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law in San Diego.

Hank loved the Lord Jesus with all his heart. He is now at rest, peaceful and asleep awaiting His soon return.