Tim Sneller, former state representative, dies at 68

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Tim Sneller, a former Democratic Michigan representative of the 50th District who recently began campaigning for election in the 68th, has died at the age of 68.

Further details on his passing are not yet available.

Sneller was first elected to the state House of Representatives in 2016, and served the 50th District between 2017–2022. Before that, he spent years as a legislative advisor to multiple Michigan lawmakers, the start of an over three-decade-long political career,

Outside of his career in politics, he also worked at the Flint General Motors Truck and Assembly Plant as a member of UAW Local 598, and was a teacher.

Officials from around Michigan are reacting to the news.

Michigan Speaker of the House Joe Tate (D-2), released a statement on Sneller’s death Friday, reading:

“Today we learned that our friend Tim Sneller passed away. Tim was a fixture in Democratic politics for decades. He was the salt of the earth and known for his humor and indelible spirit. No one worked harder for the residents of Burton and its surrounding communities than Tim, and his neighbors and friends are all better off as a result of his efforts. Tim was a true public servant who understood the value of relationships and the benefit of bipartisanship. He will be sorely missed.

“My heart goes out to the Sneller and Twite families and all those who knew and loved Tim. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”

Statement from Joe Tate, July 12, 2024

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