Richard J. Snyder, affectionately known as ‘Dick’, ‘Duke’ and ‘Sparky’, passed away September 10th, just one day after celebrating his 86th birthday. Richard loved sharing time with friends- whether it be playing horseshoes, bowling or spending hours at his Bear Swamp camp hunting or playing Cribbage and Pitch.
Richard grew up in Skaneateles and was a 1955 graduate of Skaneateles High School. After graduation, he served in the army for six years and then returned to his hometown where he worked for the Village of Skaneateles Water Department for 27 years. After retiring, he went on to work as the gardener at The Krebs, until retiring once again, with his dear friend Larry Loveless.
In 1973, Richard married Sally Cook and together they raised their children, Mary Elizabeth and James Richard.
Richard was predeceased by his wife of 44 years, Sally C Snyder. He is survived by his children, Mary Snyder and James (Heather) Snyder and his grandchildren Ashleigh and Matthew.
As per his wishes, a private graveside service will be held at the family’s convenience. All are welcome to join the family to celebrate Richard at Noon on Saturday, October 14th at the Skaneateles American Legion Post 239.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Skaneateles American Legion Post 239 in Richard’s honor.
Richard grew up in Skaneateles and was a 1955 graduate of Skaneateles High School. After graduation, he served in the army for six years and then returned to his hometown where he worked for the Village of Skaneateles Water Department for 27 years. After retiring, he went on to work as the gardener at The Krebs, until retiring once again, with his dear friend Larry Loveless.
In 1973, Richard married Sally Cook and together they raised their children, Mary Elizabeth and James Richard.
Richard was predeceased by his wife of 44 years, Sally C Snyder. He is survived by his children, Mary Snyder and James (Heather) Snyder and his grandchildren Ashleigh and Matthew.
As per his wishes, a private graveside service will be held at the family’s convenience. All are welcome to join the family to celebrate Richard at Noon on Saturday, October 14th at the Skaneateles American Legion Post 239.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Skaneateles American Legion Post 239 in Richard’s honor.
