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Shelley Solomon
December 6, 2007
My parents and I lived directly across the street from the Snyder home on Ponsard. Gail was my childhood buddy. I remember Mr. Snyder insisting that we not sit directly on the cold cement stoop and often brought out cushions for us. I enjoyed many happy hours in their wonderful basement, playing DJ, hide and go seek etc. I will treasure those special memories. My sincere condolences to Gail, Gary, Glen, Arlene and Beverlee and their families.
Fae Acheson
November 30, 2007
Our deepest condolences to the family, your Dad & Mum were our late Father/Husband greatest mentor at the store on Queen Mary. We will remember them in our prayers and keep the wonderful memories in our hearts.
from the family of the late Jim Acheson
G D Gerry Bungay
November 30, 2007
To all the family members,Having worked for Gerry,refereed and umpired in his leagues,I have great respect for him.Words cannot express this loss you are going through.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.God Bless.Gerry ( Snowdon Old-Timers Association)
Connell Broden
November 29, 2007
There was a sense of pride in being a Snowdonite and Montrealer in the 50's and 60's thanks to Gerry Snyder.
He was a great influence in my sporting,business and family lives.
We've lost a great friend-may he rest in peace
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Paul Devlin
November 29, 2007
As I grew up on McLynn,I remember Mr.Snyder,his sports store on Queen Mary,and Arlene who is my age. I wish you all well.
Paul Devlin
Nicole Gareau
November 29, 2007
I have known the Synder family forever, it seems - back in the days when people didn't lock their doors, the neighbourhood kids ran in and out of each other's homes, and each mother kept an eye out on the children playing in her yard. Beverlee and I went to school together at St. Malachy's and then St. Paul's Academy. When I was very disappointed that my father couldn't attend our grad dinner, Mr. Synder instinctively acted as if he were my dad, making me feel very proud - he was a wonderful man.
My heartfelt condolences go to the Synder family, but also thanks for an extraordinary father who touched so many Montrealers who will always have fond memories of him and his many accomplishments!
Nancy MacDonald
November 29, 2007
My Dear Cousins Arlene, Glenn, Beverlee, Gary and Gail.
May you all find comfort in the wonderful memories your Dad (Uncle Gerry) has left behind. He was always the first to encourage me in my endeavors and his support was always there for me. He has left a true legacy behind. I know how much you all miss him because I miss him alot too. May he rest in peace. Love to you all.
Nancy
Lyne Tyler
November 29, 2007
To the Snyder Family:
I have come to know your father through Gail and can attest to his great qualities as a father. He was an endearing individual who touched many and will be dearly missed.
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.
ronnie margolese
November 28, 2007
to the Snyder family
so sorry to read about your Dads passing
your parents bought my parents home on ponsard I was just a young boy and I can remember vividly when your dad used to come over to our house and play ping pong in the large playroom he always beat me Gerry will be missed
Irwin Wolfe
November 28, 2007
I was ten years old in 1948 when we moved to the Snowdon area from Esplanade Street.This was just about the time Gerry opened his Snowdon Bicycle Shop. My bike and I were frequent visitors to the shop -- flats, brakes, gears and the like. Gerry was always helpful.
And then I found Gerry pitching for the Steinberg's team in the Snowdon Fastball League. Can't tell you how many games I watched.
Years later, Gerry was instrumental in my getting my first break in journalism, shortly after I wrote a free-lance profile story about Gerry -- roundabout 1960 as memory serves me-- just after Gerry was appointed to the Executive Committee at Montreal City Hall.
Gerry opened many a door for me at City Hall when I was a young reporter digging for stories.
Thanks for the help Gerry. Thanks for the memories. And thanks for fixing those flat tires on my bike.
I shall honor your memory.
John and Donna Kaufman
November 28, 2007
To The Snyder Family; Only meeting this very touching person twice we knew instantly he was very special. Knowing his family members he has instilled so much life through them. Our sincere sympathy to you all. He has left yous with so many treasured memories, may you hold them in your hearts forever. May God Bless
Larry Sazant
November 28, 2007
Dear Snyder Family,
While it is well known that your Dad had many outstanding accomplishments, I wish to add a more mundane and personal experience;
When "Gerry Snyder's" sporting goods store was located on Queen Mary Road, I was a "grade school" lad keenly interested in bettering my hockey skills on the Van Horne School teams.I used to regularly visit his store and always had personal help from your Dad in choosing the right equipment and getting some advice.
These are the important personal touches that he offered and I and my contemporaries will never forget. His interest, his kindness and love for the kids and the youth community are well known and much appreciated.
He took all the "guys" off their "seats" and put them on the hockey rinks and baseball fields!
PURE JOY!
May he rest in peace.
Larry S Sazant
David Beasant
November 28, 2007
To the Snyder Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of a dear father and great Montrealer.
Hy Rissman
November 28, 2007
To the Snyder family,
Sincerest sympathies on your loss.In his own quiet, annonymous way he helped many. An athlete, a businessman, a leader and a gentle-
man. He will be missed.
Gregory Gallagher
November 28, 2007
Beyond the effervescent gentleman the public came to know and love so much for his undying love of Montreal, Gerry was privately one of the most kind and caring souls to grace the planet. My mother was a neighbor of Gerry's and after she had several strokes, Gerry called her every single day and visited her almost as often to make sure she knew someone cared. Thank you Gerry from my mother Maryrose Gallagher and me, Gregory Gallagher. We will both miss you enormously.
George Cochrane
November 28, 2007
To the Snyder Family,
Your father was a great family man, a great athlete, a great sportsman and most of all a great friend.We will miss him.
With deepest sympathy,
Heather and George Cochrane
Roberta Wheeler
November 28, 2007
To Mr. Snyder's family ~ please accept the sincere condolences on behalf of the President, Executive and Membership of the UNITED IRISH SOCIETIES OF MONTREAL on your loss.
We were honoured to have had Mr. Snyder as our 1961 Parade Grand Marshal and he will long be remembered for his generosity to the Irish community of Montreal who was proud of his Irish roots in St. Michael's Parish.
(signed) Roberta Wheeler, UIS Corresponding Secretary
Gary
November 28, 2007
Dad we miss you already. Hope you could see how much you were loved by all.
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