| Date of Birth | July 9, 1935 |
| Passed Away | December 23, 2025 |
| Place of Residence | Avoca |
| Home State | NY |
| Service Date | May 26, 2026 |
| Service Time | 11:00 AM |
| Service Location | Avoca Methodist Church |
Avoca, NY – William “Bill” Ernest Snyder, Sr., age 90, of Avoca, passed away peacefully at home on December 23, 2025. He was born on July 9, 1935.
Bill was predeceased by his beloved wife, Lillian “Lil” (Wilson) Snyder, with whom he shared a lifetime of love, joy, and devotion. Lil, age 85, passed away on March 12, 2022. She was born on September 23, 1936.
Together again, Bill and Lil now walk with their lord and savior, Jesus Christ
Bill was a devoted and hardworking employee of Mercury Aircraft, where he dedicated 42 years of service. Known for his integrity, loyalty, and quiet strength, Bill lived a life guided by deep and unwavering religious faith, which shaped his decisions, relationships, and the love he showed his family. He was a devoted servant to his church and community, and his faith was the cornerstone of his life.
Lil was a dedicated employee of the United States Postal Service, where she was well known for her warm interactions with the community and her commitment to serving others. She lived her life guided by strong religious beliefs, participating actively in her church and always putting her faith into action through service, kindness, and devotion to family.
Bill is survived by his sisters Lois (Cagle) and Nancy (Moir) adding a plethora of nieces and nephews, loving children, Bill Jr. (Marla), and Mike (Cheryl); his grandchildren, Jason (Stephanie), Christopher (Alexandra), Stephanie (Kyle), and Daniel (Melissa); and his great-grandchildren, Evan, Will, Lauren (Snyder), Evelyn (Snyder), and Declan (McGuckin). He will be remembered as a devoted father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose faith, love, and example inspired all who knew him.
Together, Bill and Lil were avid Square Dancers, sharing countless happy moments that brought happiness, passion, and celebration throughout their lives.
Bill and Lil shared a life rooted in faith, love, hard work, and family. They are lovingly remembered and forever missed by all who knew them.
A Celebration of Lives Well Lived for Bill & Lil Snyder will be held Tuesday, May 26th, at 11:00 AM at the Avoca Methodist Church, 8593 Jacob’s Ladder Road, Avoca, New York.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute in his memory to the Avoca Methodist Church, 8593 Jacob’s Ladder Road, Avoca, NY 148O9.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge.”
2 Timothy 4:4-8
Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, Avoca, is honored to assist Bill’s family with the arrangements.
Online condolences or remembrances are welcome below, or on the Facebook page of Bishop-Johnson & DeSanto Funeral Home.
So sorry for your loss!
Bill and Lil were wonderful people. Very close to my Grandparents Rod & Esther Thompson. During the flood my brother Rodney and I lived with them with my grandparents. Later we moved 2 doors down. I have many happy memories with them. They will be missed by our community. Rest in Peace. Your work here is done.
Rick and I send our condolences to you in the loss of two favorite Avoca people. We pray their celestial transfers were joyous for them. Bill’s sister Nancy is the widow of Rick’s first cousin once removed. Lil was our Post Master for several years. I remember her telling the story of a bus load of Japanese tourists stopping at the convenience store near their house. The trees and landscaping were all in Bloom. Lil looked outside to find several Japanese taking photos. It was startling to her but Bill told her it was temporary and not to get upset. That was a very interesting conversation. God bless your parents.
So sorry to hear this. Bill mentored me for many years at Mercury Aircraft. Taught me that the attributes needed were trusting God, honesty and a thick skin, in that order. He lived by all three of these, and I will ever appreciate his influence in my life.
A kind, devoted gentlemanl He will be sorry missed.
My condolences to the family and friends.