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John A. Snyder
December 19, 1948 - June 05, 2025

Obituary For John A. Snyder
John A. Snyder, 76, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Adela Mendoza Snyder; parents, John and Sophia Snyder; sister, Deborah Portman.
John was a graduate of Martin High School, a gifted high school baseball player. After high school he attended the University of Virginia. He taught at Laredo College, Christen Middle School and TAMIU. He loved writing, both prose and poetry, and wrote articles for LareDOS as well as pieces for the Laredo Morning Times.
He is survived by his son, John A. Snyder III; brother, Robert Snyder; as well as many other family members who will greatly miss him.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, with visitation starting at 9:00 am at Christ Episcopal Church for a Funeral Mass at 11:00 am.
Cremation services will occur at a later date.
His son requests that donations be made to Christ Church Episcopal and Laredo College.
Funeral arrangements are by Nieto Funerals & Cremations, 3502 US Hwy 83, Laredo, Texas 78046 (956) 723-3723.
For your convenience, you may leave your condolences to the family online at www.nietofuneral.com
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June 17, 2025
Silvia Serna
A very Good teacher, Good memories when I studied English at Holding Institute. Prayers and hugs for his son and family. Silvia Serna
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June 13, 2025
Connie Miles
Our thoughts & prayers go out to young John on the loss of his father. Your dad's sense of humor was a gift to those who knew him well. We'll always remember his smile & his love & appreciation of a fresh baked batch of cookies straight from the oven! Larry & Connie Miles Allison, Mallory, & Sydney
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June 13, 2025
Lupe Johnson-Cavazos
My deepest sympathy to the Snyder Family. Yes, a very good sports player and quite popular at school. "Once a Tiger alway a Tiger." Lupe Johnson-Cavazos
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June 11, 2025
Anna Linda Arechiga Davila
Johnny was such a good friend whom I met when we lived on Galveston St. I will surely miss him, and my prayers go out to his family. May he Rest In Eternal Peace in our Lord's Heavenly Kingdom.
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June 11, 2025
Patricia Hopson de Kahn
Rest in Peace, Johnny. Condolences to the family of my childhood friend.
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June 11, 2025
Kathy Martinez
Wonderful memories of our shared childhood on Mier St. Kathy Vela Martinez
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