Thomas “Tom” R. Snyder, 79, of Loves Park passed away Monday, February 25, 2019, in his home. Born November 26, 1939, in Dubuque, IA, the son of David Everett and Mary Jane (Bennett) Snyder. Married Mary Carol Feye on April 18, 1959, in Dubuque. Retired from Camcar Textron after 25 years and employed by UPS for 13 years. He enjoyed bowling, coin collection, metal detecting and playing softball. Tom attended the ABC Bowling Tournament for 39 consecutive years. Survivors include his wife, Mary; children, Vickie (Nate) King and Bobbie (Mark) Brough; grandchildren, Cher Snyder, David Snyder, Ashley (Zach) Hall and Anthony (Alyssa) Brough; great-grandchildren, Malik (Nae), Jailyn, Javion, Lakyla, L.J., Alannah, J.R., Kaylyn, Mary and Alayna; one great-great-grandchild on the way; brothers, Richard Snyder and Mike (Ann) Snyder; sister, Jude Delgado; numerous nieces, nephews and bowling buddies. Predeceased by his brother, Duke Snyder. Special thanks to Heartland Hospice, especially to Theresa and Amber.
Service at 6 p.m. Friday, March 1, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 5 p.m. to service time. Inurnment at a late date in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Bellevue, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established.