William "Papa" Snyder

William (Papa) Snyder was born in Indianapolis, Indiana and passed away in San Jose, California at the age of 83. William proudly served in the United States Marine Corps where he was honorably discharged and retired from FMC where he worked as a welder for 30 years.

He was a loving father to: Brian Snyder (Kathy) and Papa to Arthur, Richard, Joseph, Larry (Patricia), Teresa, Lisa (Anthony) & Destiny (Frank). He was blessed with 29 grandchildren and 48 great grandchildren.

Papa was the oldest of 11 brothers and sisters, he loved talking to them on the phone and planning trips to visit. He was known for his feisty attitude, wise cracks and most importantly his unconditional love for his wife Jenny. He loved everything John Wayne and every old western he could watch. He enjoyed going to the casino, playing cards, watching football and traveling with his wife in their RV. Papa was a force to be reckoned with paired with a heart of gold.

A visitation for William will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Lima Family Erickson Memorial Chapel, 710 Willow Street, San Jose. Funeral service to follow at 12 noon at Lima, with a graveside service with Marine Military Honors to follow at 2 p.m. at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery, 490 Lincoln Street, Santa Clara.