William "Bill" Franklin Snyder

William “Bill” Franklin Snyder, age 63 of Jackson, Ohio passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. He was born on February 2, 1963 in Springfield, Ohio to the late Franklin Woodrow Snyder and Minnie Elizabeth Snyder. Bill was one of a kind and loved by so many. I wish I could name you all personally but he touched so many lives it's just impossible. Soon after he was born, the doctors realized he wasn't "normal" and predicted he would never walk or grow to be an adult. He had cerebral palsy and mild mental retardation - and a heart of gold and a smile that really lit up the room, such an ornery sense of humor and an unbelievable memory and knowledge of country singers! I always said if he played Name that Tune he would take home the prize! He loved bowling and used to be on the Trotters basketball team and participated in the Special Olympics - and has numerous trophies and medals that he was extremely proud of. He was fiercely protective of his family and friends- and never met a stranger. He'd immediately ask "How many dogs/cats/kids you got?" "What kinda car you got? How many miles you got on it?" He loved car shows and country music concerts and Andy Griffith! The highlight of his life was visiting Mount Airy (Mayberry) and meeting Andy, Barney, Otis, Howard, Floyd, Goober and the gang. He loved all children and animals - especially dogs - and he was very proud of his 2 cats. He loved watching TV especially Andy Griffith and Loony Tunes and CMT. He also loved working puzzles and drawing and coloring and would proudly show off all his accomplishments. His favorite color was red and he loved finding someone who was his "twin" wearing the same color he was. He used to love riding his bike around the neighborhood collecting cans and pestering the neighbors about anything he saw that needed to be done! I encourage all of you to share your favorite memories. He is going to leave such a hole in our lives but I believe he was ready to go. He is at peace now and will be reunited with our Mom and Dad. Dad will be so happy to see his "Little Buddy" again. It was his dying wish that Bill be cared for in his home. He hated hospitals so much. And lettuce. "I can't eat that stuff!" He had a great appetite and would clean his plate! If you asked him where he wanted to eat when we went out, 99% of the time he would say "Anywhere!" He was not hard to please. Growing up we spent a lot of time in Diamond with our friends so it's fitting he lived his last years in that neighborhood. Everyone looked out for him and will miss him deeply. He was the best!!!! He is survived by his sister, Leona Kennedy; nephew, Isaac Kennedy; niece, Jessica Milhoan; and great niece, Lily Milhoan. As well as several cousins and friends scattered around the country. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Franklin and Minnie Snyder. Funeral services will be held at 6pm on Friday, March 6, 2026 at the Mayhew-Brown Funeral Home officiated by his very good friend, Terry Barnett. The family will receive friends 2 hours prior to the service from 4-6pm at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mayhew-brownfuneralhome.com.

William "Bill" Franklin Snyder

February 2, 1963 - February 28, 2026