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Paul Snider Obituary
PAUL G. SNIDER
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Paul was born 2/13/1923 in Huntington Indiana to Robert W. and Edith Krieg Snider. He married his high school sweetheart, Ruth E. Shaffer, on 9/6/1942 in Spencerville Ohio. They would have been married 75 years this September.
He was professor and Coach Emeritus Purdue Health, Physical Education and Recreation, and Athletic Department.
Paul obtained degrees from United States Merchant Marine Academy, Ohio Northern University, and Bowling Green State University. He completed additional academic work at Indiana University, Toledo University, Kent State University, and Occidental College.
Paul is a retired naval officer of WWII who saw action in the Atlantic, Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Pacific Theater. He is also a former high school principal, teacher, and coach in the Lima, Ohio area.
Paul held memberships in the Masonic Lodge and chapters, Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, Phi Delta Kappa, American, Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. He was a past President of Indiana Health, Physical Education, and Recreation and National Golf Coaches Association. In 1988 Paul was named mid-west golf coach of the year. He was the first Purdue Women's golf coach with over 800 wins. While at Purdue, he started the Purdue golf starter and ranger program. In 2010 he was named to the Shawnee High School Athletics Hall of Fame.
Paul has two children, Rick Stedman Snider (wife Cynde) of Atlanta Georgia; and Paula Stephanie Ford (husband Bob) of West Lafayette, Indiana. He has five grandchildren, Steven K. Snider (wife Margot) of Fort Collins, Colorado; Timothy S. Snider (wife Meg) of Atlanta, Georgia; Robert P. Ford (wife Lindsay) of West Lafayette, Indiana; Andrew S. Ford (wife Laurie) of Dallas, Texas; Kara S. Collier (husband Brandon) of Louisville, Kentucky. He has five great-grandchildren Katelyn Ford, Claire Ford, and Ryan Ford of West Lafayette, and Landon Ford, and Cameron Ford of Dallas, Texas. Paul has one sister, Mary Jane Shaffer, of Bradenton, Florida, one sister-in-law, Betty Snider, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. His parents; one sister, Maxiene Redick and her husband Robert; one brother, R. Mark Snider; and a brother-in-law Donald Shaffer preceded him in death.
Paul enjoyed family, all athletics, travel, gardening, and substitute teaching.
Visitation will take place Saturday, April 22 from 1- 3 pm at First United Methodist Church. (1700 West State Street, West Lafayette, In.) The memorial service will follow the visitation at the church with Rev. Craig LaSuer and Rev. Denise Frank officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church in Paul's memory. You may sign the guest book and leave memories and pictures at www.soller-baker.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Snider
Carolyn Michael
April 21, 2017
Deepest Sympathy is sent to all of you. My parents Paul and Orlefa Loyer were each a relative of Ruth. They are both gone. Also Polly used to babysit my 4 J's. My former husband Walt Marshall taught and coached with Paul (also deceased) Would love to hear from you at [email protected] Carolyn Loyer Michael
Carol Hefner
April 20, 2017
To Mrs Ruth Snider and her Family:
In the late 1940's Mr Snider came to Beaverdam School and became our Jr Hi Social Studies teacher, then our HS Biology teacher, girls Phys Ed teacher, Principal and best of all, the boys Basketball Coach.
He was an excellent and challenging teacher and was able to take the small
number of boys in our small school and
and turn them into very good basketball
players. We won several championshios in our league. And had a lot of fun.
When my class of l954 wrote our memory letters for the 50th alumni Mr Snider was
the teacher most mentioned.
We were always pleased and honored when Mr and Mrs Snider came back to alumni, and it is sad that it can't happen again, but here is a big THANK YOU to both of you from the 1954 Class of Beaverdam HS.
Carol Eckenwiler Hefner
Danny Freeman
April 18, 2017
I have the best memories of Grandpa Snider from growing up with Andrew. He was a staple at all of our sporting events, and always had a great story, funny joke, or words of encouragement to make us laugh and smile. My thoughts and prayers are with the Sniders and Fords -- he was a great man.
David Wood
April 17, 2017
A life well lived!! Thoughts and prayers for the Snider-Ford family.
David Wood and family
Candy Slechter Mack
April 15, 2017
I went to Shawnee School with Paula. I remember a halloween party at the Sniders home. Mr and Mrs Snider were so nice. Mr Snider was also my bus driver. He was great. I remember Rick playing basketball. My heart felt sympathy to the entire family.
April 15, 2017
My deepest sympathy to Ruth and all of Pauls family. He was a wonderful brother and I loved him dearly. Jane.
Cheryl Boughan Bellows
April 15, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy to the Snider families. I have so many nice memories of your dad. And Paula, I send you a big hug, my friend.
Max wood
April 15, 2017
I grew across the street from the Snyder family. I am 10 years younger than Paul, but I still remember him. God's blessing to the family.
Mike McClure
April 15, 2017
My sympathy to Paul's family and loved ones. We met when I was sports director of TV-18 in 1969 and from that time forward he would always recognize me, know my name and give me a warm greeting. In the ensuing years I left West Lafayette and returned many times before retiring and returning to the community 17 years ago. Our paths crossed often. He was one of the most genuinely warm and friend,y people I have ever known and will be missed. Rest in preace Paul and thank you for your service as one of The Greatest Generation.
Donna Ferullo
April 12, 2017
Deepest sympathy to Ruth and the rest of the Snider family. Paul was just the best. Ruth and Paul welcomed me with open arms to the neighborhood many years ago and I have been truly blessed to "adopt" them. I will miss seeing Paul driving his big red truck: planting all his vegetables and sitting in his chair inside watching all the sports on numerous tv's and sitting with him outside chatting about what was happening in the neighborhood, at Purdue and around the world. I always so enjoyed hearing him talk about his time in the war and the time he visited my home town of Boston. I will sorely miss having him say "Hi, Neighbor" to me every time I saw him. He was one of the finest people I have ever had the pleasure and privilege of knowing. For now, I will say thanks Paul for everything and "Bye Neighbor" until we meet again.
denny miller
April 9, 2017
Our condolences to the family of a wonderful man. We always enjoyed our time with Paul. He was so welcoming to us when we were new to the community and department.
Linda & Denny Miller
April 6, 2017
Paul was one of the nicest men you could ever meet. We were fortunate enough to have him as a neighbor back in the 60's and 70's and both he and Ruth were the best. Paul always has a smile and was always engaging,he made you feel like part of his family.We'll never forget him...he was one of the good guys. Heartfelt condolences to his family...
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