Valerie Kay Schnell Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Valerie Kay Schnell of Aurora, Missouri. Valerie, born on July 18, 1959, passed away on September 10, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Valerie Kay Schnell to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Valerie for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Valerie’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Watts and Charlene Watts (Miller); and her brother Chuck Watts. She is survived by: her husband William H. Schnell; her sons, Bill Schnell of Columbia and Joseph Schnell of Aurora, Missouri; her grandson Asher Schnell of Columbia, Missouri; and her brothers, Tim Watts (Linda) of Arizona, Eddie Watts (Bobbie) of Claremore and Mike Newman of Claremore. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life was held on Sunday, September 20th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Creative Therapy Center (400 Linden building a, Monett, MO 65708).
