Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hi. I have complete respect for law enforcement officers especially those that died in the line of duty. I didn’t personally know officer Snellenberger but heard a lot of greats things about him through his Daughter Jeanette. Jeannette was a friend of mine in the mid 80’s and we actually lost contact ever since. Would like to see how she and her family are doing. If anyone knows of her I would like to connect with her.

Chief Deputy Alberto Urias
Culberson County Sheriff’s Office

October 20, 2021

Rest easy

Mark Mottola

March 23, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Snellenberger.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 17, 2019

A true hero in every sense of the word. It's officers like you that make me proud to wear a badge, brother.

Thank you. You are not forgotten.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

March 23, 2011

Officer Snellenberger,
On today, the 26th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pecos. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

March 23, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 23, 2010

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion
Proverbs 28:1

You are not forgotten, especially on the anniversery of your death.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.

March 23, 2009

To Harold, his family and friends:

Today is the 25th anniversary of Harold's tragic death and the day all your lives changed forever. As I read the loving reflections left by those who called Harold beloved, I am mindful of the journey we all struggle with as we try to make a life for ourselves...we know that is what our beloved would want us to do, but the heart always aches for the one who can only be with us in spirit for now.

I hope that you all find some peace in your heart today as you hold your memories like the rare and beautiful pearls they are.

May Harold's spirit continue to soar and his memory continue to inspire.

Rest in Peace, Harold. Your valor and dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Phyllis Loya, mother of Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 23, 2009

OFFICER SNELLENBERGER, YOU DIED HELPING SOMEONE ELSE LIVE. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. YOU ARE A HERO NOT BY HOW YOU DIED, BUT BY HOW YOU LIVED YOUR LIFE. MAY YOU NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

March 23, 2008

It's so unfortunate that we never had the opportunity to know each other. I am proud that you lead a life of service, Uncle Harold. Thank you for giving all you had in the service of others. Rest in peace.

Ms. Monte Marie Snellenberger
Niece

March 8, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 27, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

February 20, 2008

I am the second grandson of Haorld E. Snellenberger I am curently in the Marine Corps. and I am about to get out in Febuary.Would like to say i never got to meet my grandfather but i think of him as my hero too. If anybody knew my grandfather please contact me at my email would love to hear from those who knew him and a chance to some more of the family that i never had the chance to meet.



Very respectly
Christopher Snellenberger

Sgt christopher Snellenberger
Grandso of Harol Eugen Snellenberger

December 4, 2007

Hi Grandpa I've never meet you cause you died 3 months before I was born. I'm your first Grandson, I just wanted to say I wish you were here to see me and my 2 brothers and sister grow up. We allways woundered how it felt to know how good of a GrandFather you would of been to us. We miss you! And now you have two beutiful great grand babies. They both are girls just like you had(two girls).
Well I granduated High School in 2002 And joined the marines!! I'm done with that, I'm currently working for Halliburton supportting my Wife and two girls. But all I can say Grandpa is that every thing I've heard about you is all good things. My Mother misses you alot and tells me how much I look just like you! from younger pictures to even this picture in your uniform. Well I got to go I love you and God bless!!!!! TTYL!!

Herman Eugene Snellenberger
Grandson

December 4, 2007

I wish i could remember my Grandpa, i was only 1 year old when he passed away. My mother, Annette (his oldest daughter) has told me so many stories about him. I know that he was a great man and died too young. He had so much to live for and i knew that i was the "Apple of his Eye." But God had other plans for him, and i know that one day we will meet again! i love you Grandpa!!!

stephanie (snellenberger) valenzuela
granddaughter

December 4, 2007

Hero

March 23, 2006

i never met my moms brother but she had a great respect for the strong person he was. well thay are togather again at the side of the father watching over us. i love you god bless

solomon snellenberger

March 16, 2006

Officer Snellenberger you are a hero and not forgotten, rest in peace, we have your watch now.

Pecos Police Department
Pecos Texas.

February 16, 2005