Gerald Darwin (Jerry) Snyder, 88, born December 20, 1928 passed away peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2017. Jerry retired from Bell Helicopter after 26 years. In retirement, he enjoyed fishing and telling jokes. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; daughter, Judy Conover and husband Lin; son, Terry Snyder; sister, Sadonna Fought; five grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.