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BORN
1942
DIED
2009
Carolyn Snyder Obituary
Funeral: 10 a.m. Tuesday at Christ Chapel Bible Church. Burial: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Greenwood Funeral Home.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family would ask for your donation to Christ Chapel Bible Church's Benevolence Fund.
Carolyn was a faithful Christian woman who embodied Christ's message in everything she did. Her compassion, selflessness, courage, understanding, sense of humor and love for everyone she met were hallmarks of her life. If blessed enough to have crossed paths with this remarkable woman they walked away better for it. Carolyn and Wayne Snyder raised their two children, Jane and Jim, to be loving Christians, wonderful parents and incredible friends.
She will be missed tremendously by everyone who knew her, but through Christ's salvation, she is in heaven, free from pain, praising the Lord.
Survivors: Daughter, Jane and husband, Bruce McGregor; son, Jim Snyder and wife, Jackie; grandchildren, Crystal, Sloan, Timothy, Gavin, Carson, Kelli, Macy, Bailey and Cassidy.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carolyn Snyder
Me and my daughter
Kaye Whitehead
October 24, 2010
Carolyn's passing is very sad for me. She was my best friend in high school 50 years ago in Pierre, SD. We kept in touch over the years
and she was the sweetest woman I have ever known. She was so giving. Everyone was hoping that she would at our 50th reunion
which took place in 2010. We are all so saddened. She will be remembered by all. Our childhood friendship was so dear and she will be in my thoughts forever.
March 11, 2009
Carolyn,
She will always be a part of my life.She was there with BILLY BOB'S good times and bad times.We had more fun than any group of people could even think of having .damn it too young too soon
BILL @ TONY HUFF
David Grubbs
February 24, 2009
Long before there were surrogate moms, Carolyn was a surrogate mom for my sister and I. She was the prime example of poise, confidence, and class. My thoughts and prayers go out to Janie and Jimmy, and hope that you treasure the times you had with your mom. She was a really cool person.
Linda Williams
February 23, 2009
Ms Carolyn was a very big part of my life for several years at Billy Bob's Texas I Love her and well miss her dearly.God Bless
Jermey and Penny (McAda) Hafford
February 12, 2009
Jim and Janie-
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. Your Mom was such a remarkable woman. I will always cherish her smile, her laugh, and "the look"; she had a way of lightening thing up around her. I am truly blessed by having her touch my life.
Mary Jo Grubbs-Jameson
February 10, 2009
I suppose we first met at Ridglea Hills School over 30 years ago. Carolyn and I clicked right away. It was wonderful to have a friend who was as tall as I was. We spent many weekends at the Lake Worth Sailing Club while our kids played in the water, or sailed Sunfish.
As it happened, Carolyn and I were later single at the same time and spent hours laughing and crying, being crazy and solving all the problems of the world.
We last talked after Christmas, I always treasured the annual Christmas picture of the beautiful grandchildren. Carolyn was so proud of her children, and of her grandchildren. She loved you all completely.
I will truly miss her smile and her courage.
Marci Smith Deal
February 10, 2009
Jane and family,
I had the wonderful opportunity to get to know your mom during college and what wonderful memories. Thanks Jane for allowing me to get to know such a wonderful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Jackie Cassada
February 9, 2009
We're so blessed to have known Carolyn. We don't know what we would have done without her as our neighbor and friend. We will miss her so much. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her wonderful children and grandchildren.
Sincerely,
Jackie and Angie Cassada and Nicholas
kara bell
February 9, 2009
Carolyn,
I will never forget you. I wish I could be half the person you were (truly amazing).
All my love and prays to all of you.
Becky Priddy
February 9, 2009
Carolyn was truly a lady of class and integrity. My time at Billy Bob's would not have been the same without her laugh, her wit and her help. This world has truly lost a wonderful person but heaven has gained a beautiful angel. My codolences and prayers go out to Jim, Janie and their families.
LAURA HEISER/WILLIAMS
February 9, 2009
Some of the best memories of my life are of Billy Bobs and the people I grew to love there. Carolyn was one of those people. She always had a smile and a hello for you. She was the first person you'd see coming to work and the last one going home. Even though I had not seen her in a couple of years I thought of her often as I have everyone else there. My prayers are with her family and friends. Please know that she did touch my life in my early years and I will always remember her for that.
Suzie Q. Maben
February 9, 2009
I was truly blessed to have known Carolyn from when I worked at Billy Bob's. She was always so warm and sweet and always had a kind word to say. She will be missed dearly.
Susan Fine
February 9, 2009
My heart is very sad that Carolyn is gone. Somehow she seemed invincible and you always knew...if you have a problem or question, just call Carolyn. We worked together for 6.5 years in the 80's, and it was her guidance and strength that made coming to work each day such a joy. Later in the 90's she was always willing to help. Jimmy and Janie: know that your mother was a one-of-a-kind person. Having known her, we are all better people.
Becky Allen (Ellis)
February 9, 2009
Jimmy and Janie (some things never change!!) And, among those things is the love and admiration I have for your mother. She was a staple in the lives of so many. I can't begin to list the many times she was a rock for me. As an example of just a few, she was my stand-in mom on my sixteenth birthday. She was the first to know I was getting married and she held my hand during several very difficult times in my life both as a teenager and an adult. Thank you for sharing her with me.
Carolyn Snyder will forever be the image of courage and strength. She had the courage to allow others to be who the are and the strength to love them when few others did.
While fortunate may not describe your feelings today, just know that the essence of "her" lives in you and your babies every day and you are truly bless to have been able to call "her" mom.
Faith, Hope, Love.....and Grace.
DAWN STREET - BOYD
February 9, 2009
WELL, ONE CAN'T EXPRESS OR CONVEY MY FEELINGS.
I HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES, PRIVATE AND PUBLIC, OF THIS REMARKABLE WOMAN. SHE WAS A GREAT BOSS, FRIEND AND ADOPTIVE MOTHER. CAROLYN'S AND RUTH'S MEMORIES CREEP INTO MY HEART WHEN I SIT ON MY PORCH AT THE RANCH AND WATCH THE SUNSETS AND ALL THE GOOD THINGS COME TO LIGHT IN REFLECTION. MANY LAUGHS, SMILES, JOKES & SOMETIMES "JUST A LOOK" WOULD MAKE THE THREE OF US SMILE - SOME MEMORY ONLY THE THREE OF US KNEW ABOUT.
I WILL SURELY MISS HER AS I HAVE ALREADY.
BillyJoe Gabriel
February 9, 2009
Jimmy and Janie are in my prayers today for their loss of one truly amazing woman. Carolyn was the Godmother of the Fort Worth Gazette. She helped behind the scenes with me and countless other people.
She was always there for anybody that needed a good friend. She was such a classy lady. I enjoyed hearing her stories about South Dakota and her family. I first met her at Wayne's office in Livestock Exchange Building the late 70s before her Billy Bob's Texas career. She was the heart and soul of that nightclub. I am glad for her to reach her eternal reward. Let us all keep her memory as an inspiration.
Meredith O'Brien
February 9, 2009
Jane and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart hurts for all of you. I had the opportunity to know your mom for a brief time, and she was a wonderful lady. You could tell she was loved by her friends at Christ Chapel as well as her family. I know you will miss your mom and your friend.
In Him,
Meredith
Johanna Hyde(Churkey)
February 9, 2009
The frst thing that comes to mind about Ms. Carolyn is WHAT A WOMAN! In the fifteen years that I knew her I never heard her complain about anything. She meant so much to so many of us. I am so thankful that I had the pleasure of her to grace my life and the life of my kids. Jane, Jim, and all the grandkids my thoughts and prayers are with you. Ms. Carolyn I will miss you!!!!!!
Sheri Anderson-Swaine
February 9, 2009
Jane & Family,
I was so blessed to have been apart of all of your lives. Carolyn so touched my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Kathy Grubbs-Mabray
February 9, 2009
Janie and Jimmy - I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember the wonderful years living behind you in Ft Worth and how great your mother was.
Elisa Rios
February 9, 2009
I met Carolyn only once, but the stories that I heard about her were ones filled with humor, wisdom, and compassion. I am grateful for the one time I met her so I could see for myself the amazing person she was. My condolences for her family. May God be with you in your time of need.
Carol Whitlock,Burgess,Schwartz
February 9, 2009
I worked with Carolyn for 10 years,and it was a blessing to have know her and worked with her.She will be deeply missed and she always had an extra ear just to sit and listen if you had a problem.Jim & Janie my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this time, but just know that she will suffer no more pain and she will be with her Lord.
Pam and Billy Minick
February 8, 2009
Carolyn so loved her family. She was so proud of her children and her grandchildren. I have missed her since she began enjoying her retirement. She was always there to greet us, to listen as we shared stories. She was always smiling, and never judgemental. We can all learn from the way she lived her life. We are lucky to have known her.
Rose Toner
February 8, 2009
Carolyn loved talking about her children & grandchildren, her face would light up at the opportunity to share the latest activities. She was a testimony to walking by faith, she never complained about her health. Dear Snyder family - Our prayers are with you - May fond memories, knowing your mother is walking by sight - face to face with her savior whom she loves so much, & the love of family & friends comfort you in the days ahead. With our deepest sympathy, Toner Family
Peppi Lausen
February 8, 2009
Jim and Jane,
My heart is heavy for you and both of your families! It is so hard to loose your mom and your friend! Carolyn was so sweet, always smiling and giving so much of herself to everyone around her. She was a lovely lady and heaven is rejoicing in having her! Be strong and know that she was loved by so many. Her memories will be forever with you...
Sincerely,
peppi
Carla Noah Stutsman
February 8, 2009
I am just one of many blessed to have known Carolyn. She was a mentor and a teacher to me, but above all, a trusted friend. Her elegance, her sense of humor, her sincerity and her wisdom are what I will remember most fondly. What I would give for just one more hour with her at the Lone Star Cafe, drinking coffee and watching the sun come up while we solved the world's problems. But I praise God for freeing her from the pain she lived with daily on this earth, and I rejoice knowing she is with Him. Jimmy and Janie and family, please know you are in my prayers.
Tiffany Lewis
February 8, 2009
I feel so honored to have known Carolyn and to have her as one of my friends, (Carolyn was my hero). I new that if I ever had a problem she would listen to me and give me the answer that I needed, and I always took that advise, because I knew too...
Carolyn, I Love you and will miss you dearly!!!!
Jim & Jane you and your families are in our prayers..
Lynn Runyan
February 8, 2009
Jane, Sloan, Gavin and Macy - Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so sorry for your loss. Carolyn was a very loving mother and grandmother and I know you all will miss her tremendously. Love, Lyn, Jim, Susan and Sarah
Joe Whitlock
February 8, 2009
Words cannot truly express my love and admiration for Carolyn.I am truly blessed to have known her for these many years.She was always there for me as a kind ear or shoulder to cry on.The night sky was brighter and the sunsets were more beautiful with her in our lives,now the stars are veiled and the colors are faded with her passing.Jane and Jim,my love and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time.Know this,we will be together in HIS house again.
Cathy Ryan
February 8, 2009
I was blessed to have spent time with Carolyn and her love and warmth will always stay with me.
Tye Bell
February 7, 2009
Carolyn, was one of the most incredible friends I have had. I could not begin to list the things she has done to help me and so many others. I am truly honored I had the privilege of knowing this remarkable woman. Jim and Jane my thoughts and prayers are with you and your famlies.
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