Memorial Day wasn’t the same this year because Lynn Howe Snell passed after a long bout with cancer. He died peacefully with his family in Orem, UT on May 23 2025.
Lynn loved Yellowstone Park where he took many trips, visiting the geysers, waterfalls, and appreciating the serenity. He enjoyed the Billings fair, visiting many outdoor attractions in MT, UT and AZ and spending time with family. Lynn was also an avid pianist, playing Chopin and similar styles.
Lynn grew up, and lived in Billings where he attended Burlington and Meadowlark Elementary Schools. Will James Jr. High and graduated from Billings West High.
Lynn was invited into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where he made long-lasting friendships and became a participating member. His favorite work was as a Temple Ordinance Worker. He faithfully performed his Temple work even as the disease progressed. Finally, his body couldn’t move any more.
Lynn is survived by 3 sisters Colleen (husband Dave Saxey), Cherie (Dave Kavanaugh) and Shirley (Jeff Chandler).
Lynn’s funeral viewing will be June 2, 2025 at 10 a.m. and his funeral at 11:00 a.m. at the Billings Central Ward, 2929 Belvedere Dr. in Billings Montana. Lynn will be interred at the Lovell Cemetery in Lovell, Wyoming.
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Chris Saxey says
May 29, 2025 at 10:17 pmI will always remember his deep thoughts on physics, his talent with the piano, his appetite for learning, and above all his kindness to me. He will be deeply missed.
Hinckley saxey says
June 2, 2025 at 5:48 pmElder saxey here i wish i could be there in person