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Joel Robert Schnackenberg, 1960-2008
Joel Robert Schnackenberg was born August 4, 1960, to Robert and Joan Schnackenberg in Santa Barbara and raised in Carpinteria by Robert and Dorothy Schnackenberg. Joel attended Cal Poly before moving to Chicago in 1981 for a summer internship at the Chicago Board of Trade. He quickly rose through the ranks at Merrill Lynch before founding SSS Commodities Limited. Joel stood out in the rough and tumble “open outcry” trading pit and was a “golden boy” of the trading business. Remembering the natural beauty of San Luis Obispo, Joel moved his family there from Chicago in 2003 when he chose to retire.
He has deep roots in California going back seven generations. He is a great-great-grandson to Benjamin William Foxen, who helped Gen. John C. Frémont capture Santa Barbara in the Mexican-American war without firing a shot. His grandfather, Joel Remington Fithian, founded the Santa Barbara Golf Club, which is now known as the Montecito County Club, and owned Rancho Monte Alegre in Carpinteria where Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is building a home.
Joel died December 10, 2008, leaving behind his wife, Karin, married August 20, 1983; a son, Joel Remington, 20, and daughters Katherine Ann, 17, and Kristen Claire, 14. He also leaves behind his parents, Robert and Dorothy of Carpinteria; siblings James Davis of Tuscon, Jeffery Davis of Santa Barbara, Michael Davis of Truckee, Linda Osborne of Eureka, John of Santa Barbara, George of Santa Barbara, and Chris Davis of Ventura. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and close friends.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. December 20, 2008, at Mountainbrook Community Church, 1775 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo 93401. Call 805.543.3162 for more information.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Koegel Autism Center at UCSB, 805.893.2049.
» wrote on 12.17.08 @ 05:41 AM
Schnack Family-
Sympathy to all in this heartfelt,tender moment. I express my deepest sympathy to the family and today is just the begining of many days of tears and laughter remembering Joel. Joel will always be remembered by loud laughter, joy and kindness in his heart for all his friends and family. Joels love for his family “lit up in his his eyes” everytime he talked about a family member. Joel’s kindness exuded in everything he did except trading,“are you buying or selling?” Then it was all business,as that was his expertise. Stellar husband,father,man,avid hunter,athlete and great friend to all who knew Joel. May peace be in your hearts today and days to come, as we will always think of Joel…My prayers are with each and everyone of you today, tomorrow and forever…...
Tari Clay
» wrote on 12.17.08 @ 01:08 PM
my mom was a very good friend of joel they both grew up together in carp andshe is crushed to see him go i wish all my love to him and his family.
» wrote on 12.18.08 @ 05:46 AM
My condolences to you all. It is a great shock to us that just saw him last month at our 30th class reunion. There are no words that can express the sorrow we all feel as there are no more words that can express as to the kind of man Joel was, kind, witty, gracious, do come to mind however. He was an intrigue part of our lives and will be missed tremendously.
Again, my thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. God be with you.
Sincerely,
Nancy H. and as Joel called me “ARKANSAS”
» wrote on 12.18.08 @ 07:56 AM
Schnackenberg’s
When I received the news last week, my heart stopped and a lump rose in my throat where I was unable to swallow. My mind immediately raced back in time to when Joel and I were 8 years old, where common factors were shared: family, school, church, the California History trip, my mom working for his dad and then all so quickly to our separate adult lives where we have the most cherished factor of all, “The Class of “78”. There was a heaviness that I was unable to lift and words that would not leave my mouth. I called my significant other, my mother, my best friend Kim Cordero (Wagemann), just to say “I Love You”, and be able to cry without explanation. The sound of the voices from of my past and present lifted my soul. I went home and hugged my boy as tight as I possibly could. To the family of Joel, hold each other dear and say I love you often. This will be the hardest challenge of your lives. Remember the kind words, laughter and tears of friends that want to share in the memory of your husband, father, son and eternal classmate of “1978”. Joel you will be missed greatly and remembered warmly.
» wrote on 12.18.08 @ 10:15 AM
My dear, dear friend I will miss you. Even though we didn’t see each other very often the Class of 78 bond was with us. I was so glad to see you just weeks ago and spend some time with you at the reunion. I thank God for that time and the pictures I have of us and the gang. My heart goes out to all the family and you are in my family’s prayers. He will be missed. God bless you all.
» wrote on 12.19.08 @ 06:12 AM
My condolences to the entire Schnackenberg family. I knew Joel from the 10 year note pit at the CBOT for 15 years. He was a stand up guy and a good man. You are all in my prayers. May God give you strength and courage during this difficult time.
» wrote on 12.20.08 @ 10:29 AM
Wow! Just got the sad news today,the 20th.I am in San Miguel Allende, Mexico for this week,and wished I could have come to his funeral to say goodby.We were close in High school,and I had contactd him recently,and looked forward to getting togather with him in the new year to catch up after all these years.To all his family.my condolances, and sorrow. My life has been busy traveling around the World all these years since him and I went away to discover the World on different path´s, but I occassionally would think about certain people in my past and wonder when we might connect again in life.Joel was always on that short list of people.Sorry this connecion with him will now never happen. Anyone needing help to talk/vent about Joels passing can contact me at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 1(805)258-1277´ sorry, Robert Wilson http://www.artshowtime.com
» wrote on 12.20.08 @ 05:23 PM
Friends & Family of Joel Schnackenberg
May each and everyone of us today,take the time to say “hello” when your thinking of that person, whoever that person may be. Joel being school mates with so many of us, brings us back together again. Joel loved seeing his friends,talking about “the Days” in High School, football and laughing with everyone. All of us can learn from Joels sincere heart of gold, that friends are forever, be there for them and when your mind has a thought of that person, make sure you reach out and contact them. Joel’s sincere friendship was given to all of us, never to be forgotten. May today bring peace in the heart and souls of all who knew Joel.
Tari Clay
» wrote on 03.11.09 @ 01:06 PM
Schnackenberg Family-
I still think of the entire family daily as this is something none of us will get over in our hearts. We may move on but never forget Joel. For some reason today I could see Joel laughing and laughing just like he was standing in front of me. I hope that this brings a big smile to your face knowing Joel is always here in spirit, laughing and with all of us..
Tari Clay
» wrote on 06.19.09 @ 05:57 AM
Joel-
You are never to be forgotten.I was talking about you this morning and your laugh made me crack up so hard I was crying with laughter. You are too much my friend! You are thought of all the time and never to be forgotten. In my heart may God Bless you and your family always.
Tari Clay
» wrote on 09.22.09 @ 02:12 AM
Dad… I’ll miss you more than anything in this world. Not a day goes by where I don’t think of you and smile ‘cause I hear I take after you and that I have your smile, your eyes, your ears, and your strength. You’re the strongest person I know. Always know that I’m finding my way in life and staying tough and driven to grow up as smart and good-hearted as you were. Mom’s hangin in there and I’ve tried to comfort her and keep good thoughts and memories in her mind. She loves you more than anything and will always know you’re right by her in spirit. I know you’ll be there for me. And for J.R. and Kristen and Papa and Tutu and the rest of the fam. Even though you’re gone, I’ll still continue looking up to you. You inspire me and thoughts of you bring the biggest smiles out of me. I wish you could’ve been there for my 18th birthday and Graduation and for Prom. I know you knew those things were important to me and you as well. I’m doing a lot better though. I love you, Daddy.
Thank you everyone for posting all of these wonderful comments on the page. It means so much to me and the rest of our family. My Dad was the best. I saw him as the best husband for my Mom, and I could tell he was a very loved friend, brother, and son. Thank you so much. My Dad will be missed incredibly. God bless you all! <3
* Katie *
» wrote on 09.25.09 @ 12:28 PM
Dear Schanckenberg children of Joel:
I want you all to know that your dad is and was so proud of each and everyone of you. Katie, although we have never met, I know how you feel about sharing through this site as I do it all the time for my younger sister Tammy Clay. Your dad is there watching over all of you, with that big smile, and he is very aware of all your accomplishments now and to come.Take care of your mom, care for her, love her and let her know dads watching over all of you. Your dad was Soooo proud of all of you and his eyes lit up with sparkles everytime he talked about his children and wife. Thats how I remember Joel-he loved his family unconditionally. Remember he is right there any time you want to talk and dont ever forget he is always with you no matter where you are. He is right there. You and your family stay close and continue to write about your dad as he will forever be YOUR DAD and no one will ever take that place. I was thinking of Joel today as I wrote to my sister, so I thought I would share some peace and love with you and your family….Take care
Tari Clay
» wrote on 12.21.09 @ 11:11 AM
Joel-
Always thinking of you, your kindness, your smile and your friendship to all. Miss you and JR always talks about your friendship and all the fun times you had together….You were like his brother and that will never change. Peace to your family and God Bless…
Tari & JR Colson
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