Robert "Bob" Duane Snyder

1931 - 2016

Robert "Bob" Duane Snyder obituary, 1931-2016

BORN

1931

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Burden-Patience-Montgomery Funeral Home

1806 East Michigan Avenue

Jackson, Michigan

Robert "Bob" Snyder Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 27, 2016.

Robert "Bob" Duane Snyder -

Of Jackson, MI passed away, surrounded by his family, on November 24, 2016 at the age of 85. Bob was born on July 17, 1931 in Jackson, MI to parents, Tracy Roy and Lillian (Barrett) Snyder. He married the love of his life, Donnajean, on February 11, 1957 in Angola, Indiana. Bob was a veteran of U.S Army. He worked as an Inspector at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company for 31 years. Bob loved to spend time with his family and loved cooking, playing cards, being outdoors, hunting, and fishing. Bob is survived by his wife of 59 years, Donnajean Snyder; three children: Diane Walkowicz, Sandra (Al) Sumner, and Michelle Snyder; six grandchildren: Robert Sumner, Elizabeth Walkowicz, Katherine (Jeremy) Czolgosz, Alexander Sumner, Ryan Snyder, and Bradley Harris; four great grandchildren and sister, Joyce Oliver. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers: William, Dale, and Donald. A celebration of Bob's life will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at the funeral home at 12:00pm with visitation from 11:00am until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: Great Lakes Caring or Jackson County Medical Care Facility.

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November 28, 2016

Melissa Watts

Thinking of your family at this hard time! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you guys❤

November 28, 2016

Thank You for your Service. We are forever in your debt. Condolences to all.

November 27, 2016

Mike & Debi Creisher

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1806 East Michigan Avenue, Jackson, MI 49202

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