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Lester Snyder Obituary
Butch, as he was affectionately known, was born in Allentown to the late Lester H. and MaryAnn (Antonition) Snyder, and was a graduate Northampton High School, Class of 1973. Truck driving, which was his passion, began at the early age of 19 and continued for several decades where Butch was an independent driver/owner as well as working for other trucking companies, before retiring. He was also known as a collector of guns, cars, and especially snowmobiles, which he loved to drive at home and in upstate New York. Throughout the years, Butch and Jane enjoyed traveling with their camper and were avid NASCAR fans.
Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Jane, he will be dearly missed by his children, Lester P. Snyder, Jr. of Moore Township, Jaime M. Dieter and partner, Thomas Menio, Jr., of Moore Township, and Mandy J. Pasquariello of Lehigh Township; eight grandchildren, Micayla, Austin and wife, Brittany, Jonathan, Isaac, Nicholas, Christopher, Isaiah, and Angelina; and two great-granddaughters, Elliana Jane and Isabella Mae, who he absolutely adored. Butch is also survived by two brothers, Paul M. Snyder and wife, Gail, of Wind Gap, and Mark A. Snyder of Weissport; along with nieces and nephews and their families. He was predeceased by a brother, Peter S. Snyder; and two sisters, Mary R. Hahn and Kathy L. Kunkle.
Services: A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. in the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2165 Community Drive, Route 946, in the Village of Moorestown – Bath, PA 18014. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Saturday morning from 9:00 A.M. until the time of service. Interment will be private.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Calvary Baptist Church, 5300 Green Pond Road, Easton, PA 18045.
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Lester p.snyder jr.
January 26, 2024
My DAD was one of the greatest men I ever knew he taught me many things he accumulated many things he can gave me the most important gift of all knowledge,wisdom,and intelligence and he gave me the gift of eternal life he taught me to question everything and do my own research and I am trying to do the same thing he taught me because he loved me he knew I would understand him ......I watched him intensely I never said much I just gave him the respect as my father if you really knew my dad the way I did he was a kind,loving,gentle,caring man
Tim Herd
December 23, 2023
I offer heartfelt condolences, Jane. Receive the love from friends and family, and hope and peace from God.
Tom Lisetski
December 22, 2023
Jane, Micayla and the entire Snyder McCandless family. Our prayers have been sent to help you through these difficult times, as it was unexpected, and difficult to accept for us..
FENNUCH was our nicknames for each other as we shared memorable moments in our youth
May God bless
Tom LISETSKI and family
Dave Stoudt
December 22, 2023
Jane and family, so sorry to hear about the passing of Lester. I was happy to see both of you at our 50th reunion. Enjoyed playing football with him. His passion for the game was only eclipsed by his love of snowmobiling and NASCAR. Enjoyed hearing his stories of both at our reunions. May he rest in peace.
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Jim Csencsits
December 22, 2023
I am glad I got to speak & stand next to Lester in the 50th class reunion photo. I'll never forget that he visited me in Boise on one his trucking trips & got to see my family. I along w my teammates will always remember him as one of the toughest players on the field. Please accept my deepest condoiences.
David Yost
December 21, 2023
I am stunned and shocked to hear this. I was just about to send a Christmas e-mail to Lester. He msg'd me recently after the reunion. Lester was a great person. This is such a sad event. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. I pray that Lester in in a good place now.
Jim Schneider
December 20, 2023
What can I say but WOW! Seemed like just yesterday we were chatting about the 50th reunion. Memories of Lester go back to 7th grade and he was one I was really looking forward to seeing. Unfortunately I couldn´t make it and am now extra sorry that I couldn´t. He wore number 52 in football and I wore 52 in basketball. I always closed my messages to him with "the other 52." He was definitely one of a kind who had a strong, abiding faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus. I wish him eternal peace and rest and pleasant memories for Jane and family.
Jim Schneider
Linda Wirth Smith
December 20, 2023
Jane,
Please accept my sympathy for the passing of your husband, Lester. I'm so grateful to have seen both of you a few weeks ago. I hope that you may find peace within that surpasses all understanding. Sounds like you have a wonderful family to support you during this sad time.
Sincerely,
Linda Wirth Smith
Gary Nicholas
December 20, 2023
My sincere condolences for your loss. I was shocked and saddened to hear this. God bless.
Doug
December 20, 2023
Jane and family my condolences . I have many good memories with butch may he rip
NHS Class of 1973
December 20, 2023
Northampton Class of 1973, send our sincerest condolences to Jane and her entire family.
Photo: NHS 50th Class Reunion 11/25/23 (football team)
Georgette and Bruce Smith
December 20, 2023
Jane and family, we are very sorry to hear of your loss. We will always remember all of the good times shared with Lester, as a teammate and a friend. What I remember most is Lester´s leadership, toughness, athleticism, and how he motivated everyone around by his actions/efforts. Thoughts and prayers. May God Bless.
Colette & Stephen Bailey
December 20, 2023
So Sorry for your loss! Keeping the family in our prayers
Bonnie & Dan Horwith
December 20, 2023
Paul, Gail and Snyder Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Condolences and prayers.
John Itterly
December 20, 2023
Lester was one of my teammates in high school. I recently got to see him at our 50th class reunion. My wife and I wish to express our deepest sympathies to Lester´s family for their loss of their loved one.
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