
Gold Rush Patriarch John Schnabel Dies at 96: 'He Was a True Legend'

Gold Rush family patriarch John Schnabel has died at age 96. "We couldn't have asked for a better father, grandfather and overall family man," the Schnabel family tells People in an exclusive statement. "He was a true legend and we appreciate all of your love and support as we celebrate his wonderful life." Schnabel purchased the Gold Nugget Mine in Porcupine Creek, Alaska nearly 30 years ago when at age 68 he faced a health crisis. Doctors told him that he needed to remain active after undergoing a triple bypass, and he saw the mine as a way to accomplish that as well...
- 3/18/2016
- by Aaron Couch
- PEOPLE.com
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