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Kieran Snyder Obituary
SHAMOKIN — Kieran K. "K.K." Snyder, 61, of 526 Bear Valley Avenue, Shamokin, passed away at 1:16 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in the emergency room at Geisinger-Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Coal Township.
Kieran was born in Shamokin on Aug.13, 1955, a son of the late Irene (Drust) and Albert Snyder.
K.K. graduated in 1973 from Our Lady of Lourdes Regional High School and continued his education by receiving an associate's degree in plumbing and pipefitting from Williamsport Area Community College.
He worked in construction as a Union Laborer for the Laborer's Union No. 1180 and Heavy Highway Union No. 158.
On Aug. 26, 1995, in Mother Cabrini Church, he married the former Marie Wasielewski, who survives.
Kieran was a parishioner of Mother Cabrini Church, Shamokin. K.K. was an avid Dallas Cowboys and University of Notre Dame fan. K.K. was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Third Degree; Independence Fire Co.; Brady Fire Co.; and the Over 40 Pool Team for the Home Plate.
In addition to Marie, his loving wife, K.K. is also survived by two stepsons, Michael Krankowski and Lucas Krankowski; three grandsons, Noah Williams, Talen Krankowski and Mason Krankowski; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Dennis and Joan Snyder and Brian and Pam Snyder; a nephew and three nieces, Michael Snyder, Carly Snyder, Laura Snyder and Elizabeth Snyder; and numerous friends.
In addition to his parents, Kieran was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Snyder and a nephew, Jeffery Snyder.
SNYDER — Kieran K. "K.K." Snyder, 61, of 526 Bear Valley Avenue, Shamokin. Family and friends are invited to call at the visitation on Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. at James Kelley Funeral Home, 1001 West Arch Street at Maple Street, Coal Township. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Mother Cabrini Church, 200 North Shamokin Street at Webster Street, Shamokin. Interment will follow Mass at All Saints Cemetery, Elysburg. The family requests as an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions are made to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to James Kelley Funeral Home, James F. Kelley, Director, Coal Township.
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john Gehris
January 15, 2017
I've known KK for over 40yrs, going back to the old Hardshell days. I left town over 30yrs ago (unlike KK, I wasn't tough enough to stay) and would go to the old stomping grounds whenever I got home (KK later moved his franchise to the Home Plate)looking for a familiar face.
After finding and talking to KK, I knew I was home. KK was one tough SOB and was major part of one of the greatest backfields in Coal
Region football history, along with Greg Landi, Sam Rumberger and Mark Andrews for the '72 OLOL Championship Team. He was a great guy, can't be replaced and he loved himself some Marie. RIP, buddy.
Marie Snyder
January 13, 2017
If a person's worth is measured by the love and support of family and friends, then both K.K. and I are incomparably wealthy.
A simple thank you does not nearly express my appreciation for the abundance of love, kindness and compassion all of you have given. Those precious and generous gifts are felt deeply in my heart.
Gratefully yours,
Marie Snyder
Jackie (Wondoloski) Hoffa
January 12, 2017
So sorry to hear of KK's passing.. My thoughts and prayers are with you Marie and the family. He will truly be missed.
Lauralee Spatzer-Beall
January 9, 2017
To the Snyder Family, my deepest condolences. I just found out of K.K.'s death. My prayers go out to the whole family.
January 8, 2017
my heart goes out to you...so so sorry to his family.....he was loved dearly, lynn
Joe Povleski
January 3, 2017
Sorry to read of KK's passing this morning. I always enjoyed being in his company. My condolences Marie, Brian, and to the rest of his family and many friends.
January 3, 2017
Although I have not seen KK in many years I will always remember his smiling face, quick wit, and friendly personality. May he Rest In Peace. My condolences to his wife and family.
Chuck Kelly
Annie Brennan-Houser
January 3, 2017
We lost a fun-loving soul but Heaven just got a lot brighter.
Dear Lord, I pray that you please help Marie and all of us who grieve the passing of KK to find the strength to heal from this difficult loss and to remember him with love and smile.
Annie Brennan-Houser
January 3, 2017
Dear KK, you are sadly missed by so many friends who hold happy and wonderful memories of time spent with you. I am grateful to have had the privilege to know you in this lifetime. Tomorrow we celebrate your life and I am certain lots of great stories of times spent with you will be shared and we will hear your laughter. You and Marie are a part of my heart. I know you will be watching over her and supporting her while enjoying all Heaven has to offer! I shall see you again someday my friend. Thank you for the fun, laughs, and love!
Marie: There are no words in any language that can express my thoughts and feelings regarding your greatest loss. You have been one of my dearest friends for almost 40 years. Well, that may be the longest relationship I've ever had! You have been a sister and best friend to me. I know you are a very strong woman who holds her feelings tightly inside. I need you to know that I am absolutely here for you no matter where I am and I feel your pain significantly. I want to make it better in the worst way but I don't know how. Please just know you can call and depend on me for whatever you need, whenever you need. Your life is one of giving and generosity for others, but now know it's totally okay for you to accept the same, especially during this time of intense grief. All of my love to you my beautiful friend and teacher. Annie
January 3, 2017
Marie sorry for your lost , you will be in our prayers. We will always remember the good times when we're with you. God bless Jerry and Lisa
Berwick
Helen McMenamin
January 3, 2017
Gone too soon. Condolences to his wife, Marie, and extended family. I saw KK a few years ago, at Home Plate. We hadn't seen each other in 30 years or more. He welcomed me , immediately. We talked about things that spanned the years. He was a great guy. Helen "Stieny" McMenamin OLOL classmate, 1973
January 3, 2017
My thoughts and my prayers are with you Marie and your family. Diane Carnuccio McGinley
Allison
January 3, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Great memories will remain in our hearts of good times and laughter. May the grace of God be with you always...
Jack Appolonia
January 3, 2017
KK always made the long drive to Shamokln worth it.We will miss him.
January 3, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers to Marie and family. KK could always make you smile! We have known him for years and he was a great guy! He will be missed.
Dave and Joanne Bradley
Jim Gaydon
January 3, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to Marie and the Snyder family. Also, to the many friends that he leaves behind. Rest in Peace my friend.
Bro & Rose
January 3, 2017
Condolences to Marie & the the family, K.K. was a good friend and will be missed by many. Rest in peace friend, the pain is gone.
carol lute
January 3, 2017
So sorry for your loss.
Dave Stank
January 3, 2017
A great guy to know. Always had a good word and a friendly greeting when ever we would meet. We became friends more than 20 years ago when we first met at the 'Home Plate'. My condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to Marie and all of his family. "K.K" will be missed, but will live on in the remembrances he has left us.
Deb & Dan Heiser
January 3, 2017
We are so sorry about Kk. We have know him for a really long time and enjoyed being around him. He will be missed by many. May he RIP now with no more suffering. I know he is looking down at all of us and smiling. RIP till we meet again.
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