Snyder, John Wesley
Date of birth: May 13, 1918 - Date of death: May 17, 2012
John Wesley Snyder, age 94, of Clarksburg, WV, went peacefully
to be with his Lord on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at Clarksburg
Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on May 13, 1918
in Richwood, WV, a son to the late George F. Snyder ans Cora
(Loar) Snyder.
He is survived by three sons & daughter-in-laws, William “Bill”
and Drema Snyder of Clarksburg, WV, Donald and Francie
Snyder of Bridgeport, WV, John Paul Snyder of Clarksburg,
WV; a daughter, Sharon Snyder of San Diego, CA; two grandsons,
David Snyder of San Diego, CA and Justin Snyder of Lumberport,
WV; three granddaughters, Annette Esparza, San Diego, Rebecca
Pomeroy of Bridgeport, WV and Megan Wilson of Clarksburg, WV;
twelve great-grandchildren and two great great-grandchildren; a sister,
Ruth Flanagan of Bridgeport, WV; and several special nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death his wife of 61 years,
Elsie Snyder; a grandson, William G. Snyder II; three brothers and three
sisters.
Mr. Snyder was a member of the C. M. A. Church in Stonewood,
where he was a Elder. He was a master mason with membership in
Herman Lodge #6 A.F. & A. M, and a 32nd degree Scottish Rite
Mason. John was a volunteer for five years for the Harrison County
E.M.S., past fire chief for Summit Park Volunteer Fire Department.
After his retirement from Stroehman, he worked for Nutter
Fort Foodland.
Friends will be received at the Davis-Weaver Funeral Home,
329 East Main St., Clarksburg on Monday from 3:00 – 8:00
PM, where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 22,
2012 at 1:00 PM with Reverend Jerome Lewis presiding. A
Masonic graveside rites will be accorded by Herman Lodge #6
A. F. & A. M. Masons will meet at Davis-Weaver Funeral Home
at 12:30 PM Tuesday to do the masonic graveside rites. Interment
will be in Bridgeport Cemetery.
From:
John & Barbara Hadley
How wonderful to have had your father enjoy life for 94 years and to have such a great family. Barb said I could not come over so will be with you in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad looks like a guy who could enjoy mirth.
From:
VIKKI POKRASS
To the Snyder family, Uncle David just let us know about your dad. I am so sorry to hear the news. I think about all of you so often and remember both your mom and dad and the times I spent at your home.It has been a very long time since I have been back to Clarksburg for a visit but I hold memories of your family and my times there dear to my heart. I will miss your dad as I do your mom. All my love,
Vikki
From:
Ray Paul Bitar
"The Great Snyder'" That's how I'll always remember this fine human being. A true patriarch' GODSPEED'
From:
Murf & Sandy
we are so sorry for your lose, please let us know if we can do anything
From:
Liz (Sugar Second) Lozano
My heart is saddened at the loss of our dear neighbor. I too hold the memories of "Mr & Mrs Snyder" near and dear to my heart. God bless in you all, he was a very dear sweet man.
Love,
Sugar
From:
SHARON SHIPLEY SELF
PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY.JOHN WAS A WONDERFUL MAN. THE SHIPLEY FAMILY
From:
Charles Jr & Patricia Loar
Our most sincere sympathies.We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Let me know if you need anything.
From:
Sharon Sprouse Bramhall
With fond memories..
From:
David & Carolyn Miller
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you Sharon & your family.