Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1922
DIED
2020
George Snyder Obituary
George H. Snyder Jr., 98, of Maumee, OH, passed away on August 29, 2020. Born on August 10, 1922 to George and Ethel (Boehk) Snyder, he was a lifelong resident of Maumee. He worked as a tool and die maker at City Machine and Tool 40 years and Toledo Blank Inc. 8 years before retiring in 1988. He married Eileen Errington on July 20, 1946 and they spent 54 years together until her death in 2001.
He was proud to be a World War II veteran and served in the U.S. Army's 337th Infantry Regiment, 85th Infantry Division, Company G, in Africa and Italy. In September 2017, he was privileged to fly with other veterans to the World War II Memorial in Washington D.C. as part of the Flag City Honor Flight. He was a lifelong member of I.O.O.F. Lodge 682, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, the American Legion Post 320, the Maumee VFW Post 11115 and the former Maumee 2356 AARP chapter.
In his younger years, he enjoyed bowling, traveling and attending Maumee City Council meetings. In retirement, he loved to sit on his front porch, ride in the Maumee Memorial Day Parade, find a bargain, play the lottery, and give away pens.
He is survived by his son, Dennis Snyder; daughter, Debra (Donald) Driscoll; granddaughters, Candy and Heather Whitmore; grandsons, John, Chad and Marc Snyder and great-grandchildren, Grace, Allison, Erin and Dane Snyder. Also surviving are his brothers, Ken, Herb, Roger; sister, Phyllis Hoag and sisters-in-law, Helen and Peg.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; daughter, Diane Whitmore; brother, Bernard; sister, Beatrice Briggs; brothers-in-law, Bob Hoag and Bob Briggs; sisters-in-law, Beverly, and Evonne; daughter-in-law, Patricia and longtime companion Madeline Dominique.
A private burial will be held at Riverside Cemetery, Maumee. Memorial contributions may be directed to: give2ut.utoledo.edu or mailed to The University of Toledo Foundation, 4510 Dorr Street, Toledo, OH 43615.
To leave a special message for George's family please visit:
www.NewcomerToledo.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for George Snyder
3 Entries
Paul and Donna Mavis
February 17, 2021
Donna and I lost track of George when Madeline passed and he moved over to Michigan, but for years he was the best neighbor anyone could ask for. If I was outside doing something, it never failed that I would hear a, "Hey, Paul!" as he waved me over for a chat. Whenever I saw him doing something strenuous (the last year or so, he was mowing his lawn in his wheelchair), I'd offer to help, but he wouldn't hear of it, always saying, "It's good for my back." What guts. But then that's not surprising, when you read about his war experiences and service to his country. What a kind, thoughtful man he was. When we watched him move out, we said, "There goes the best neighbor we're ever going to have." Our deepest condolences to George's family.
Whitney Bryan
September 2, 2020
It sounds like Mr. Snyder was a wonderful man, but I didn’t know him personally. I do know his daughter Debra, who reflects his attributes so well. I’m very sorry for your loss; I hope your memories will keep him close to heart and mind.
Larry Mangold
August 31, 2020
So sorry to hear about George. He was a great guy. My deepest condolences to the family.
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in George Snyder's name
Memorial Events
for George Snyder
How to support George's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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 moreResources to help you cope with loss
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
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
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor George Snyder's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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
