Gerald Charles Snider, age 86 of Mannington, WV passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at his residence. He was born June 4, 1935 in Philippi, Barbour Co., WV, a son of the late Verl Snider and Mildred Dadisman Snider.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Dorothy June Heatherly Snider; four children, Larry David (Lisa) Snider of Mannington, Charles (Sharon) Snider of Glovers Gap, Steven (Linda) Snider of Morgantown, and Melissa (Martin) Keener of Mannington; 7 grandchildren, Jonathan (Lydia) Pacetti, Jesse Suplee, Desiree Satterfield, Zachary Snider, Christina Snider, Megan Keener and Mark Keener; 5 great-grandchildren, Jacob, Aleah, Shiloh, Riley and Kaleb; one brother, Rodney Snider of Philippi; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Gerald was preceded in death by one son, Mark Alan Snider; three brothers, Roy, Russell and Ronald Snider; and a sister, Marceile Finley.
Gerald was a Veteran of the United States Navy and had retired from the Army Reserves. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion as well as the Mannington Elks Lodge #388 where he previously served as an Exalted Ruler. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. He was employed and retired from First Exchange Bank in Mannington and also the Mannington Home Center.
The family would like to wish a special Thank You to WVU Hospice nurses and staff for their wonderful care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Gerald’s name to St. Jude’s Hospital.
Gerald’s desire was for cremation as his final method of disposition. There will be a private family inurnment at the Mount View Cemetery near Philippi at the convenience of the family at a later date. On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com or the funeral home facebook page. Masters Funeral Home in Mannington has been placed in care of the final arrangements.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time,. Marion County Senior Citizens.
So sorry to hear this. Gerald was a good friend and a wonderful co-worker at the bank. I’m sure his family will miss him. God be with all of you🥰
So sorry to hear of the passing of Gerald. We have know the family for so many years, and Phil worked with Gerald with the First Exchange Bank and also for years dealing with Gerald at Mannington Home Center. Also enjoyed talking with Gerald down in his neighborhood. Gerald will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dorothy and all of his family.
Melissa and family, condolences to you and yours. So sorry for your loss.
Gerald helped me many times at the Home Center. Whether it was a product or how to do some type of job. He will be missed I am sure.
Just heard Gerald passed away, had no idea he had been so sick.he was a great friend and co worker. So sorry to hear about his passing. He will be missed.
Prayers for peace and comfort for all of you! ❤️ Love you all!
Our sincere, deepest sympathy to all the family. May God bless you with comfort and peace during this most difficult time. Gerald was a kind, giving and gentle man.
Thoughts and prayers,
Iris dunigan and Jean Yankie
So sorry for your loss
Dorothy and family. So sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. You have our deepest sympathy. Ruby and Bub Stout and family.
I am so sorry to hear if geralds passing. My prayers are with the family. He was a wonderful man.
Sorry for your family’s loss. Gerald will be missed by so many. He was such a wonderful person.
I am so heart broken. I just found out about his passing. Gerald was a wonderful friend and coworker. I have the fondest memories of working with Gerald. He always brought leftovers and fed me lunch when I was pregnant for my youngest daughter, Randi. He always said we have to keep that baby healthy. Many thoughts and prayers for the whole family. Gerald was one of those people you can never forget.
So so sorry for your loss. Gerald was a special person we had the honoring of knowing. Sending our thoughts and prayers to Dorothy and the entire Snider family