Emmitt Newton Snell, 88, of Deerfield, Ohio passed from this life Sunday, January 9, 2022, at his home after an extended illness.

A graveside service with military honors will be held 12:30 p.m. Saturday, January 15 at Willow Mount Cemetery with Pastor Jimmy Gray officiating.

A native of Bedford County, he was born April 21, 1933 to the late Morris Snell and the late Velma Phelps.

He is survived by: loving companion of 20+ years, Gwen Hornoff; sisters, Norma Jean Williams, Margaret Parker, and Debbie Wunner; brother, Walter Snell; also several nieces and nephews.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is handling arrangements.