Search by Name

Search by Name

Merle Snedden Obituary

MERLE LAVERNE "DOC" SNEDDEN Feb. 26, 1921 ~ March 20, 2009 Age 88, born in Peoria, Ill, went home to be with the Lord on March 20, 2009, due to natural causes. He moved to Riverside in 1947, after serving in the Army as a 2nd Lt. from 1942-1947. He was employed by Food Machinery Corp. for 20 years, retiring from Hunter Engineering in 1986. He was a member of the Riverside Men's Glee Club, and First United Methodist Church and their choir for 50 years. Doc is survived by his 2 daughters, 1 son, 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Bernice Snedden, who passed away on June 01, 2001 and 1 daughter, who passed away December 28, 2007. Celebration of Life on Thurs., March 26, 11am at First United Methodist Church, 4845 Brockton Ave., Riverside, CA.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Press-Enterprise on Mar. 24, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Merle Snedden

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

David Johnson

April 20, 2009

A wonderful spirit has left our earthly community and join the heavenly choir.

William & Marge Wolter

March 24, 2009

Sorry to hear of 'Doc's' passing.

He always stood tall and proud when he sang in the choir. Even when he could no longer join the choir he was in the front of the church supporting the choir with his voice.

He was a gentle kind man who was always ready to assist anyone , with an arm or whatever.

He loved the First United Methodist Church and was activitely involved in many of their groups, as his health permitted.

We will keep you in our prayers at this very sad time. 'Doc' doesn't think of it as a sad time because once again he is reunited with his family.

He has also guided his family on earth enough that he knows they will be all right without him here.

We will be sending a contribution the the church's music fund in 'Doc's' name.

Our condolences.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Merle Snedden's name

Memorial Events
for Merle Snedden

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Merle's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Merle Snedden's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more