Arthur Gustav Schnell Obituary
We bid farewell to Arthur Gustav Schnell (Kitchener, Ontario), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 6, 2026 at the age of 90. Arthur touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his former wife Emily Schnell (Griesfelder); his wife Lydia; his parents, Jakob Schnell and Emilie Schnell; his brothers, Hugo and Reinhardt; and his stepgrandchildren, Adrien, Caden, Cira, Rebecca, Ruth and Andrew (Morvat).
He is survived by: his children, Harold, Heidi MacGregor (Sandy) of Mount Forest, David Schnell (Beth) of Kitchener and Harvey Schnell (Christine) of Scarborough; his grandchildren, Daniel Schnell, Timothy MacGregor (Allison), Christine Cooksey (Jason), Benjamin Schnell (Siobhan), Stephen Schnell (Charlotte), Michael Schnell (Olivia), Aster Schnell, Eric Schnell and Jacob Schnell (Michelle); his great grandchildren, Robert, Pearl, Ethan, Cade, Raphael, Izaleia, Jasper, Asher, Sam, Miguel and Jozy; and his friend Helena.
Visitation was held on Monday, May 11th 2026 at 11:00 AM, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and on Wednesday, May 13th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 13th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Benton Street Baptist Church (90 Benton St, Kitchener, ON N2G3H4). A burial was held on Wednesday, May 13th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Parkview Cemetery (335 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON N2K4P4).
In lieu of flowers, as expressions of sympathy and gratitude for this great life, donations may be made to Benton Street Baptist (Missions Fund) (https://benton.church) or Complex Continuing Care - WRHN @ Chicopee (cards available at the funeral home). Donations may be made at the funeral home or online directly through the charity's website.
