Obituary of Merle Snyder

Merle I. Snyder, 83, entered into rest on December 10, 2013. Merle was born on November 27, 1930 in Mahaffey, PA to the late Myrl and Ollie Snyder. He retired from the United States Navy after 21 years of dedicated service. He then went on to work for Crowley Maritime, and retired after 32 years. Merle had a strong work ethic and adored being surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife, Martha "Marti" Snyder; children, Dutch Snyder, Frank Snyder, David Newton, Dorothy Snyder, Eric Newton, Brian Newton, Paul Newton; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends on Sunday, December 15, 2013 from 3-5 PM at Arlington Park Funeral Home, 6920 Lone Star Road, Jacksonville, FL. His funeral will be held on Monday, December 15, 2013 at 11 AM. Interment with Military Honors will follow immediately at Arlington Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ALS at www.alsa.org.