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Michael Snyder Obituary
Michael Rodney Snyder, 55, of Tega Cay, SC, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 11, 2007. Born in Radford, Virginia on June 13, 1952, he was the son of Evelyn Snyder Cranford and the late Rodney F. Snyder. Mike lived in nearby Pulaski, Virginia until he was six years old before moving with his family to Charlotte in 1958.
After graduating from East Mecklenburg High School, Mike moved to Jamestown, NC where he worked for several years as a programmer for KayLyn Furniture Company. Mike's love of cars brought him back to Charlotte where he joined and later became sole owner of PAS Automotive. He had many loyal customers and friends. Most importantly, Mike was a devoted father of two teenagers who will miss him greatly.
Mike is survived by his son, Michael, and daughter, Melanie, and their mother, Lisa M. Snyder of Tega Cay, SC; his mother, Evelyn Snyder Cranford of Charlotte; and his sister, Carol Cowan of Matthews.
A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 16, 2007 at Harry and Bryant Company 'Chapel in the Oaks', 500 Providence Rd., Charlotte with the Reverend Art Gatewood of Grace Presbyterian Church officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at Harry and Bryant Company. Interment will be held privately at Evergreen Cemetery.
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Robert Patterson
February 25, 2008
I know this is a bit late but I had not been to PAS since Jan of 2007. I walked in this morning looking for Mike at his desk to the right of the service counter where I would usually find him. I was completely floored about his passing. May he rest in peace.
Chris and Betsy Ullrich
June 16, 2007
We are saddened by Mike's unexpected death and know that he will be missed by his family and many friends. We knew Mike through being customers at PAS Automotive for many years. Over that time, we came to value Mike as a friend as well as for his knowledge and skill in caring for our car. It was always a pleasure to see him. Please accept our condolences.
Melissa English
June 16, 2007
Lisa and family,
I am saddened to hear of Mike's passing and your great loss. I will always have very fond memories of him. His great wit and sense of humor made me laugh many times. He will be deeply missed. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Melissa English
Hugh Whittington
June 15, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time and in the days ahead.We will miss mike @PAS & all the Panther games.
Anne Keesler
June 15, 2007
Mike was not only my mechanic, but my friend, and I will miss him greatly. He was a proud Dad whose face lit up when he spoke of Michael and Melanie.
My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
john netzorg
June 15, 2007
First and foremost, Mike was a master mechanic, the purest of all the professions. He fixed people and things. I do not remember him ever using an unnecessary word.
It was a privilege to have known him.
Mildred Graves
June 15, 2007
Dear Evelyn and Carol,
I am so sorry to hear about Michael.
You have my deepest sympathy in your loss.
Love,
Stacy Younce-Walden
June 15, 2007
Lisa & family,I am so sad to hear of Mikes passing. I am thinking about all of you guys, and wanted you to know that you are in my heart and my prayers. I pray that his memory will bring you comfort. I love you, and hope to see you soon.
timothy mills
June 15, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kay K. More Kennedy Oil Co., Inc.
June 15, 2007
We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Mike. Our prayer is that your many special memories will somehow be a comfort
to you in the following days. May
God sustain with His grace and love during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy,
Kennedy Oil Co., Inc.
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