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James Snider Obituary
Jim Snider, 80, of Portage Lakes, died January 24, 2009 at his home.
He is survived by his loving wife, children and grandchildren. Jim was a U.S. Army veteran, was retired from the Akron Fire Dept. after 35 years service, worked for the Brinks Security Service for ten years, and was a deputy with the Summit County Sheriffs Dept. for ten years. Jim attended the First Evangelical Congregational Church in South Akron. He was a member of the Allenside Athletic Club, and was an avid golfer especially enjoying golf with his friends and his church golf league. Jim was a friend to everyone and an enemy of none.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Marshall and Bessie Snider; brothers, Leonard, Clark, Dick, and sisters Elizabeth Pryor and Cory Snider. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Eileen; daughters, Kathy (Bill) Snider-Borgers of Santa Barbara, Calif., Karen Snider Newman of Portage Lakes; son, Pat Snider of Kenmore and grandchildren, Will and Krista Borgers and Erik Newman; sisters, Susan Phoenix of Florida, Lou (Marvin) Capps of Green; brother, Jess (Juanita) Snider of Florida; he also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral service Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at the Schermesser Funeral Home, 600 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road, Akron, Ohio 44319 (Rt. 619 in Green) at 12 noon. Calling hours will be Tues. From 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. " Last Alarm Service" at 7 p.m. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Families of Fallen Firefighters Association. (Schermesser-Green 330-899-9107)
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Memories and Condolences
for James Snider
Robert LeMaster
February 5, 2009
I haven't seen Jim since I was a child but I remember all the Sniders when we would go to Aunt Bessies house for Thanksgiving. May he rest in peace.
Elaine, Bob, and Ann Marie Nay
January 31, 2009
Kathy,
I was sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I remember what a nice man he was when I was visiting my father (Captain Bill Keith) at Station #5. Your dad had such a great smile. I always thought it was ironic that we met on Falmouth Av. years ago when our children were so young. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Chief Steve Finical
January 29, 2009
I worked with Jim at the Sheriff's Office; Jim was a fine man. On behalf of the Sheriff and all those here who knew Jim, please accept our condolences and prayers. God bless you.
John Hughes sr
January 29, 2009
uncle jim was my he gave me the to go through life with people he know life we all miss him he in heaven with the loard jeuse christ love you all
John & Laura & kids
Mr.Mrs John J Hughes /Snider Sr
Chaplain Glenn George (SCSO / FOP)
January 29, 2009
Karen, I enjoyed working with your father at the Summit County Sheriff's Office. You and your family are in my Prayers.
Karen Snider-Newman
January 28, 2009
Thank you to all of you who loved my father and shared yourselves as his friends. He was blessed to have known you all. Our family is deeply touched by your kind words and outpouring of love. We miss him already and will remember him with the strongest of love.
Matt and Betsy Mitchell
January 27, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Chuck Miller, Pharmacist
January 27, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the family.
Many pleasant memories of Jim and the family.
Don Baer
January 27, 2009
I am sorry to here about Jim. I grew up down the street from the family and Jim was always kind and loving. Please remember, though the times are hard now, he is in a better place. My prayers are with you.
Chuck Lyons
January 26, 2009
My prayers are with your family. It was pleasure to know Jim. He was a soft spoken man with a big heart and a twinkle in his eye. He will be missed by everyone..... hang onto the great memories.
Jerilyn Hengle
January 26, 2009
Eileen, Kathy, Karen and Pat,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I will always remember his kind and gentle demeanor and he will be greatly missed.
Dan, Jerilyn, Lauren and Brandon Hengle
jack & patty leaver
January 26, 2009
dear eileen, we were so sorry to hear about jim. he was a great man and a wonderful person to talk to even though we only knew him a few years it was our blessings in knowing him he always made us laugh take care and remember he is with the lord now
Karen Rose
January 26, 2009
Eileen, Kathy, Karen and Pat~
Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. It is so hard losing a parent. I will always remember how kind your Dad was to Megan as she was growing up. We know that he is in a better place, free of suffering. I'll bet he and Dad have already remininsced about the good old days in the neighborhood.
With Sympathy,
Danny and Karen
Bonita Richards
January 26, 2009
Jim and Eileen are some of the best people I have known for a long time. I will miss him.
Jennifer Goetz
January 26, 2009
Eileen, Kathy, Karen and Pat,
We were very saddened to hear that Uncle Jim passed away. We will always remember his kindness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Jennifer, Mike, Anneliese and Allison Goetz
Gene Snider
January 26, 2009
Uncle Jim,
I too remember the evenings dad would take us to visit you and the other firefighters. It was a real treat, enjoyed again sharing the memories with my son. I will miss you.
Meghan Wilson
January 26, 2009
Snider Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Aaron & Meghan (Snider) Wilson
Andy & Terri Pfaff
January 26, 2009
To the Snider family -
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you say goodbye and move through the next few days and weeks.
Leonard Snider
January 26, 2009
Uncle Jim was larger than life to me growing up. He was always a hero to me when he was a fireman than a sheriff. He always had great stories to tell. He was even ready to go help rescue at 9-11. Kathy, Karen and Pat our dad's are together drinking coffee talking about their grandkids in heaven today.
Our prayers are with you everyday. The Leonard Snider family in Arizona
Jim Beltz
January 25, 2009
Our prayers and condolences are with all the family; Eileen, Karen, Cathy and Pat. Jim was truly a "Great" gentleman and friend. He'll be truly missed. We know he is at peace with his Lord and Savior. We'll see you all at calling hours and the funeral. Jim,Julie,and Ryan Beltz
Beth Snider
January 25, 2009
To all the Snider family, yes I'm one of then. UncleJim was one of my favorite uncles. We will all miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you at this time.
The Clark Snoder Familt/
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