of Williford, AR
June 29, 1942 - July 2, 2021
David Ellis Snyder, Sr., age 79, of Williford, Arkansas passed away Friday, July 2, 2021 at his home. He was born June 29, 1942 in West Helena, Arkansas to the late Jewel Clair Snyder and Ottis Snyder. Mr. Snyder served in the U.S. Army and National Guard.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Geneva Clements Snyder; son, David Snyder, Jr. and wife, Heather; three daughters, Genena Johnson and husband, Kenneth, Angela Bumbaugh and husband, Terry and Samantha Cannon; 11 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; brother, Bryon Snyder and wife, Janice; sister, Barbara Burch and husband, Don; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Sandra Duncan.
A funeral service for Mr. David Ellis Snyder, Sr. will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Roller-Citizens chapel in West Helena, Arkansas. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m., at the chapel as well. Burial to follow to Barbee Cemetery in Lula, Mississippi. Brother Adam Rowland will officiate.
Pallbearers are Claude Clements, Josey Snyder, Jimmy Cannon, Rusty Shaw, Kirk Fraize and Doug Manning.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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7 Condolence(s)
Blade Pickering
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Sorry for the family's loss. We love you, David and Heather, and are here if you need anything.
Mike Caster
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Cheryl Ghettie
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
It was a pleasure getting to know you David over the past several years. I know you were a wonderful loving husband and father and also a great father in law to Heather. You two shared a special bond and she loved you very much. I pray for you and your family. Rest in peace David.
Heather Snyder
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
I will miss seeing you every night after work. I love you so much like my dad. I'm honored to have been by your side holding your hand and praying for you until the end. I will always be your Sweetie Pie. Until we meet again. I love you â¤
David Snyder JR
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Dad, I was there beside you till your last breath, I am so glad that we got to talk to each other and Express they way we feel!! You wanted me to be there and to take care of mom after you were gone. Thanks for putting your faith and trust into me, loving me and being such a great friend and father to me. I will always love you and I will never let you down!! I am so proud to be your son!
Terry bumbaugh
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
We going to miss Big Dave ! But u always be with us Love ya
Angie bumbaugh
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Daddy I’m going to miss u so much !The last few months was so hard for all of us but dad u know how much we all love you and will miss your smile and love but now you rest and look over mom and give her your love and strength I love daddy