Henry Snyder

I only now looked up Henry's obituary, but I appreciate the family writing to inform me of his death. Henry was my advisor at KU from 1976 to 1982, when I received my Ph.D. In about 1979 he moved to LSU and so advised in absentia. We shared a mutual interest in historiography and together came up with my dissertation topic -- early eighteenth-century historians of British history. He offered vital information about historians, books, and archives for me to study. The dissertation eventually became my one and only book.

Henry was very busy and then moved away from Lawrence, so we never became personally close. But our connection was
more than impersonal academic. He invited me to his house several times and to a gala of the Johnson Society. We had lunch once near the British Library. The last time I saw him was when we got together at Riverside in the 90s.

Henry was incredibly creative and energetic, traveling far and wide for his bibliographic work. He edited the Marlborough-Godolphin correspondence, a major source for early eighteenth-century history. He was widely recognized for his articles on the politicians and the press,mainly during Queen Anne's reign.

I was fortunate to have him as my advisor and am glad I got to know him

Henry and Janette brought fun and laughter everywhere they went. I treasure the memories of their visits to Ireland and the many birthdays we celebrated with Henry I'm our home. He was a gentleman and a scholar. Pat Donlon

Cousin Henry was our family historian and provided the glue that helped many of us to reach out and meet as well as learn about our relatives. We listened to family stories and history for hours. Henry could recite all the relationships from his phenomenal memory. His collection of family photos, essays and memorabilia are wonderful. Not only has our family suffered a loss, but the historical community as a whole have lost a legend. He will be in our memories for ever. Condolences and blessings to all the immediate family.

Henry was the cousin who really valued his family and his family history. I learned so much from him! He was enthusiastic in sharing the insights, photos and documents he had collected regarding our family. As we explored family history together, I was able to see his compassion and kindness, his great intelligence and boundless energy. I am so grateful for our friendship.

"ill remember you, wherever I may be..."

I will miss Henry's "can do" attitude. Whenever a question or concern came up, Henry would say "let's think about it for a time." And before you knew it, Henry would come up with some ideas of which one would usually work.
Thank you, Henry,for all you have taught me.