Robert “Bob” Russell Snider, 77, of Mannington, WV, died on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at Monongalia General Hospital. He was born April 3, 1939 in Dents Run, Mannington, WV, a son of the late Forrest “Frosty” Elijah Snider and Helen Margaret Rogers.
He is survived by his wife Carol Tharp Snider with whom he was married to for 48 years; 4 children, Clinton Ashley and wife Kathy of Mannington, Janet Henderson of Mannington, Darlene Ashley of Idamay, and Tammy Renette Snider Park of Mannington; 8 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Nova Mae Henderson and husband Ron of Fairview and Wanda Gay McDonald of Monongah; 2 brothers, Jack Snider and wife Ressie of Idamay and Billy Snider; several nieces and nephews.
Bob was preceded in death by his son, Robert Lee Ashley Jr.; a brother, George Eugene Starkey; and a granddaughter, Shelly Darlene Ashley.
Bob’s hobbies included hunting and fishing and being outdoors. He retired from R.G. Johnson with 34 years of service. He was a past member of the Mannington Moose Lodge.
Family and friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, Mannington, WV on Sunday, May 15, 2016 from 6-8pm and Monday, May 16, 2016 2-4pm and 6-8pm. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 beginning at 11am in the funeral home with Reverend Charles Chipps officiating. Interment will follow at the Mannington Memorial Park Cemetery. On-line condolences may be left at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.