Dave Snelson passed on October 15, 2026, at the age of 80 and finally found his name listed in the obituaries. Born on May 26, 1946, Dave lived in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was a proud US Army veteran. During his time in the military, he served in Thailand building Highway 1 to Saigon. Dave spent many years working for UPS and Purolator. His real estate career included Crossroads Realty and Realty Executives where he received multiple million dollar sales club awards. In his spare time, Dave enjoyed watching NASCAR and was an extremely avid VOLS fan. He had a heart of gold and was always worried about other people’s happiness before his own. Dave’s family would like to express their sincere appreciation for UT Medical Center, UT Cancer Institute, and UT Hospice for their extraordinary care and compassion throughout his journey.
Dave was preceded in death by parents, Roy and Stella Snelson; mother by love, Margaret Reese; siblings, Robert "Bob" Snelson, Shirley Yarber, and Steve Snelson. He is survived by the love of his life, Pam Allen; daughters, Kim (Dave) Smith and Rachel Allen; grandchildren, Brittany (Kristen) Overton, LeAnne Smith, Tim (Maria) Smith, Porter Allen; great grandchildren, Preston Smith, Jacie Girardin, Alexis Smith, Kinslee Jennings, Oliver Smith; brothers, Bill (Jackie) Snelson and Lloyd Junior Snelson; special family, Carl, Sam, Emmitt, and Merritt; several beloved extended family and friends.
Family will receive friends Thursday, October 22nd from 5-7pm (and yes, Dave will be late to his own funeral) at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home with funeral service at 7pm. Rev. David McGinnis officiating. Graveside service will take place Friday, October 23rd meeting at Lynnhurst Cemetery at 12:45pm for a 1pm service with military honors. Pallbearers: David Gray, Bill Hollingsworth, Carl Meadows, Chuck Reese, Bill Sprinkle, and Buster Vineyard.
