Ralph A. Snell's Obituary
Ralph A. Snell, 83, passed away Saturday morning April 13, 2019 at Poppen residence. He was born to Ralph and Mary (Schultz) Snell on July 12, 1935 in Hart, MI. Ralph found his way to Muskegon, MI. Which is where he resided most of his life. He was a dedicated employee to Brunswick, where he spent 44 years as an inspector. He also served in the National Guard. On April 7th,1956, he married the love of his life Patricia Zeedyke in Muskegon, MI., Ralph enjoyed spending time fishing and bowling, but he will be remembered most as a fun and loving family man. He adored all his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great granddaughter. Ralph will be missed by Pat, his beautiful wife of 63 years; his children Randy Snell and Rick (Valeria) Snell; his brothers, Richard and Ron Snell; his sister Rita Austin; sister-in-law Barbara Walsworth; 5 grandchildren, Raven (Barnes) Snell ,Raelynn Snell, Randy (Kailey) Snell, Rick Snell, and Jake Snell; 10 great-grandchildren, Kendalynn, Kortnie, Kyliegh, Peyton, Aiden, Trevor, Evelyn, Carter, Austin, and Amelia; 1 great great granddaughter Adalynn. He was preceded in death by his parents. There will be no services at this time. You may visit the family's online guest book@ www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel, 737 E. Apple Ave., 231-726-5210.
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