Colin John Snyder, 21, of Minersville, died Monday, Dec. 4, at his home.
Colin was born May 30, 2002, in Hershey, a son of Kelly Ann Gemmell and John J Snyder.
Colin was a 2020 graduate of Nativity BVM High School. He was enrolled in Schuylkill Technology Center for welding.
He was a member of Skook Trappers and Mechanicsville Game & Fish Association.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, John W. "Jack" Gemmell Sr.
Colin is survived by his parents, as well as grandparents, Rita Gemmell and Joseph and Sharon Snyder. Colin is also survived by a sister, Abigail M. Snyder; aunts, uncles and cousins.
A visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, at Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., in Minersville. A Christian Funeral Service shall follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in St. Vincent De Paul No. 2 Cemetery. Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville, is entrusted with the arrangements.
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Claudia Rae Moyer, RN
December 13, 2023
Kelly and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God's peace.
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