Wayne Edward Snyder

Wayne Edward Snyder Battle Creek Wayne Edward Snyder, age 61, of Battle Creek, MI, died Friday evening, November 27, 2009, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, MI, following a brief illness. Wayne was born on July 21, 1948, the son of Edward and Betty (Ladley) Snyder. He was a lifetime area resident, attended Battle Creek Central High School and graduated from Battle Creek Lakeview High School. Wayne proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy as a MM3 aboard the USS Oriskany during the Vietnam War. He retired as a carpenter from the Carpenter's Local # 871 of Battle Creek. Wayne was a member of the Flatouts Car Club of Battle Creek and his passion was Street Rods, especially his '39 Chevy. He was also a member of the New Life Church of Bedford, MI. Wayne truly enjoyed carpentry projects during his retirement, almost as much as watching his grandchildren's sporting events. He and his wife, Dawn, were well-known in the area, as excellent Line Dancing teachers. On May 15, 1971, in Battle Creek, Wayne was united in marriage to the former, Genevia "Dawn" Norris, who preceded him in death just seven months ago on April 25, 2009. Surviving are his son, Brian W. Snyder; daughter-in-law, Kristi (Dzwik) Snyder; and his three grandchildren, who he loved and cherished, Jordan, Travis and Taryn Snyder. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Cindy. At the request of his family, friends may call on Thursday, December 3rd from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, Battle Creek. The funeral service to celebrate Wayne's life will be held on Friday, December 4th at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Ernie Rose, Pastor of the New Life Church of Bedford, officiating. Interment will follow at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, with full, military honors bestowed by the U.S. Navy and the Fort Custer Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Wayne's honor may be made to the New Life Church, 14225 N. Bedford Road, Bedford, MI, 49020. Personal messages for the family may be directed to www.farleyestesdowdle.com