Christian Jay Snyder, 40, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at his residence following a long term illness.
The son of Jay and Darlene E. Christensen Snyder, Christian was born on August 5, 1972 in South Bend. He graduated from Plymouth High School in 1990 and then attended Ancilla College, where he received an associates degree in Business.
At just 13, Christian was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. He underwent radiation treatments from a $1 million microton radiation machine in Indianapolis, one of only two such machines in the county at that time, which saved his life. By October of his freshman year at Plymouth High School, he was given a clean bill of health. In August, 2007, he had an unexpected mini- stroke. A major stroke hit the day before Thanksgiving later that same year. The strokes were caused by a rare condition called radiation vaculitis, a result of the radiation given him as a teen causing scar tissue and blood vessel collapse in his brain. On September 27, 1997, Christian and Kris Whitesell were united in marriage in the First United Church of Christ, Plymouth.
Christian and his brother Mark were co-managers of the Bargain Barn on Michigan Road, Plymouth, which their father, Jay, opened in 1986.
A workaholic, in his free time, Christian enjoyed riding motor cross cycles, flying remote controlled airplanes and especially spending time with his family.
He had attended the First United Methodist Church in Plymouth.
Christian is survived by his wife, Kris, two sons: Tyler and Trenton, both at home; his mother, Darlene Snyder of Plymouth; a brother, Mark B. Snyder of Plymouth; an uncle, Dennis (Ellen) Christensen of Fish lake, an aunt, Carolyn (Thad) Jones of Bremen, his mother-in-law, Mary Martin of Plymouth; his father-in-law, Dan Martin of Plymouth; two sisters-in-law: Katie Martin and Kandi (Ed) Matthews, both of Plymouth, a brother-in-law, Zak Martin of Plymouth and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jay.
Friends may visit with Christian’s family on Friday, December 7, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N.Michigan Street, Plymouth.
Funeral services, officiated by Pastor Jason Webb, will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home.
Burial will be in Burr Oak Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The Snyder Family, for the benefit of his sons, C/O Centier Bank, 537 N. Oak Road, Plymouth, Indiana 46563.
Vicki Xaver Hatfield says
Kris,
My deepest condolences to you and your boys, Darlene, and Mark!! There are no word that can express how much my heart aches for you!! And, there are no words that can be said to take away your pain….Chris Snyder was a wonderful person, inside and out!!! Rest in Peace Chris!! <3
david s. crisp says
i had the pleasure of knowing and working for christian at the bargain barn for years along with his brother mark and their father jay!!!christian was a brother to me and i loved and cared for him deeply!!!his whole family are an extended family to me and i love and respect each of them!!!i will miss christian immensely because of his smile work ethic and his great sense of humor!!! he was a kind and caring father , brother , son and great friend!!!him and i always worked together well and on many days we worked together we went and ate lunch together,and he would always give me a ride home after work each day!!!when christian passed a little bit of me passed with him !!!i also love and care for his family kristina his wife and his two sons tyler and trenton, and his mother darlene , and his brother mark!!!i hope that this helps out the family in some small way and iam here for you all anytime day or night!!! i will pray for you all and may god bless you all !!! love david s. crisp
Firestone Family says
Our families prayers are with you. I remember when we were in IN all the times Christian waited on us at Bargain Barn. To Darlene My son would send a condolence but is presently out to sea in the Navy.
Once again our prayers are with you at this time.
Steve Warren says
Snyder Family,
Very sorry to hear of your loss today. I have not seen either of you since high school but I do remember you and Chris laughing and happy. I\’m sure the years together have been well spent.
My condolences to you and your family.
Angie Rice says
My prayers are with you and your sons as you mourn the loss of your husband and their father. I have fond memories of Chris and you coming in to Homemade to Go. He was a kind man. May his legacy live on in your boys.
Lori (Humes)Hammel says
I am SORRY for your loss!! I pray God wraps his arms around all of you with comfort!! I pray you will find peace!!
Kathryn Castle says
Kris & Family,
I am so sorry for your difficult loss. Lean on your friends, family and faith in this holiday season.
Beckie (Barber) Reinhold says
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family at this time.
amy says
I drove by the bargin barn today and had seen the sign that chris had passed away. I was sadden by the news. I have been going to the bargin barn for a long time as well as my dad until he passed in sept. chris was always so polite and always had a smile on his face. if there were more people like him this world would be a better place. I am sorry to hear of his passing and will be praying for the family.
Darellee Regnier Naccarato says
Kris and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this tragedy.
Angie Bryant Kain says
I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven just received an angel. Your all in our prayers. I will always remember those great 4th of July cookouts.
Jim Spiek says
Although I had not seen Chris in a few years, I have known him for 32 years, since West Elementary School. I am so sorry to hear about your loss, and I know he will not be forgotten. Keep your head up Mark I am so sorry for you and your family.
Damaris Story says
Darlene,
Never should we lose a child. My condolences. My heart goes out to you.
But we know he\’s in a better place. God be with you,
Damaris Story
Dina and Steve Heishman says
Sending our thoughts and sympathy to you and your family Kris.
Sue and Larry Chase says
Darlene and Family, Larry and I are saddened by Chris\’s death. So young,one year older than our daughter Mindi. You will have wonderful memories of him. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Jan Bean says
Darlene, Kris and entire Chris Snyder Family – my heart goes out to each and every one of you. Richard was so fond of your entire family and my sympathies are with you at this time.
Donna Burroughs says
Darlene,
I\’m so sorry to learn of the passing of your son. No words can comfort at this time. Please know that I think a lot of you and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Lee Rudd says
Darlene, Kris, and family,
It is never easy to say \’good-bye\’ to a loved one….especially one so young. I pray you will lean on the Lord and your family during this difficult time and take comfort in knowing that Chris is no longer having to endure the health problem that has gripped him for so many years.
Sincerely,
Walter and Pearl Weedling says
Kris and the Snyder family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May time heal your broken heart. Kris we use to live across the street from your mom.
Alvin Samuels says
i\’m so sorry to hear about your loss Darlene and my prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family .
Pat Hatter says
My prayers go out to you and your family for the loss of Chris. Your in my thoughts.
Marc says
Dear Kris – I was so sorry to hear about Chris passing away. My heart goes out to you and your boys. It must be so hard and no words can ease the pain. Thinking of you and sending you a huge hug from far away.
Marc says
Dear Kris – I was so sorry to hear about Chris passing away. My heart goes out to you and your boys. It must be so hard and no words can ease the pain. Thinking of you and sending you a huge hug from far away.
Donna & Rory Brucker says
Darlene and family,
Just want you to know that our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. I know this is a difficult time for you, your daughter-in-law,grandsons and Mark. I remember how thrilled you were when Christian was born. When Chris was in the hospital in Indianapolis and you were staying with him all of the time, I was glad to be able to visit you there. Remember when David Hasselhoff came to visit that day and how thrilled we all were to meet him? Hold on to all of your memories as they will help you to heal.
I can only imagine the heart break you all are going through and pray that God will give you the strength to get through this.
Love,
Donna and Rory
Liz and Neysa McFarland says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Mid Faulkner says
To the Snyder family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. When Herman was living he used to spend alot time with Jay and Chris at the Bargain Barn. Boy did he have some story\’s to tell. He had very fond memories of Chris.
Mrs. Herman Faulkner (Mid) & Families
Eugene and Judy A. Bella says
Judy and I were at the \”store\” on Saturday and this was the first time we knew Christian Jay Snyder had passed. We saw the sign on the way out. I have passed the Bargain Barn several times and never noticed….guess I was \”rushing\” by too fast, except to note that the Saturday hours were still the same. Guess we all need to SLOW DOWN in more ways that one.
Judy \”found\” the Bargain Barn after she bought the farm in 1993 and did alot of remodelling of her old farm house with stuff she found there. So we have been shoppers and fans there, ever since.
Rest in Peace, dear friend, just as the sign says. And know that alot of people will always be standing by your family in your absence.
Vicki Xaver Hatfield says
Kris,
My deepest condolences to you and your boys, Darlene, and Mark!! There are no word that can express how much my heart aches for you!! And, there are no words that can be said to take away your pain….Chris Snyder was a wonderful person, inside and out!!! Rest in Peace Chris!! <3
david s. crisp says
i had the pleasure of knowing and working for christian at the bargain barn for years along with his brother mark and their father jay!!!christian was a brother to me and i loved and cared for him deeply!!!his whole family are an extended family to me and i love and respect each of them!!!i will miss christian immensely because of his smile work ethic and his great sense of humor!!! he was a kind and caring father , brother , son and great friend!!!him and i always worked together well and on many days we worked together we went and ate lunch together,and he would always give me a ride home after work each day!!!when christian passed a little bit of me passed with him !!!i also love and care for his family kristina his wife and his two sons tyler and trenton, and his mother darlene , and his brother mark!!!i hope that this helps out the family in some small way and iam here for you all anytime day or night!!! i will pray for you all and may god bless you all !!! love david s. crisp
Firestone Family says
Our families prayers are with you. I remember when we were in IN all the times Christian waited on us at Bargain Barn. To Darlene My son would send a condolence but is presently out to sea in the Navy.
Once again our prayers are with you at this time.
Steve Warren says
Snyder Family,
Very sorry to hear of your loss today. I have not seen either of you since high school but I do remember you and Chris laughing and happy. I\’m sure the years together have been well spent.
My condolences to you and your family.
Angie Rice says
My prayers are with you and your sons as you mourn the loss of your husband and their father. I have fond memories of Chris and you coming in to Homemade to Go. He was a kind man. May his legacy live on in your boys.
Lori (Humes)Hammel says
I am SORRY for your loss!! I pray God wraps his arms around all of you with comfort!! I pray you will find peace!!
Kathryn Castle says
Kris & Family,
I am so sorry for your difficult loss. Lean on your friends, family and faith in this holiday season.
Beckie (Barber) Reinhold says
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family at this time.
amy says
I drove by the bargin barn today and had seen the sign that chris had passed away. I was sadden by the news. I have been going to the bargin barn for a long time as well as my dad until he passed in sept. chris was always so polite and always had a smile on his face. if there were more people like him this world would be a better place. I am sorry to hear of his passing and will be praying for the family.
Darellee Regnier Naccarato says
Kris and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this tragedy.
Angie Bryant Kain says
I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven just received an angel. Your all in our prayers. I will always remember those great 4th of July cookouts.
Jim Spiek says
Although I had not seen Chris in a few years, I have known him for 32 years, since West Elementary School. I am so sorry to hear about your loss, and I know he will not be forgotten. Keep your head up Mark I am so sorry for you and your family.
Damaris Story says
Darlene,
Never should we lose a child. My condolences. My heart goes out to you.
But we know he\’s in a better place. God be with you,
Damaris Story
Dina and Steve Heishman says
Sending our thoughts and sympathy to you and your family Kris.
Sue and Larry Chase says
Darlene and Family, Larry and I are saddened by Chris\’s death. So young,one year older than our daughter Mindi. You will have wonderful memories of him. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Jan Bean says
Darlene, Kris and entire Chris Snyder Family – my heart goes out to each and every one of you. Richard was so fond of your entire family and my sympathies are with you at this time.
Donna Burroughs says
Darlene,
I\’m so sorry to learn of the passing of your son. No words can comfort at this time. Please know that I think a lot of you and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Lee Rudd says
Darlene, Kris, and family,
It is never easy to say \’good-bye\’ to a loved one….especially one so young. I pray you will lean on the Lord and your family during this difficult time and take comfort in knowing that Chris is no longer having to endure the health problem that has gripped him for so many years.
Sincerely,
Walter and Pearl Weedling says
Kris and the Snyder family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May time heal your broken heart. Kris we use to live across the street from your mom.
Alvin Samuels says
i\’m so sorry to hear about your loss Darlene and my prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family .
Pat Hatter says
My prayers go out to you and your family for the loss of Chris. Your in my thoughts.
Marc says
Dear Kris – I was so sorry to hear about Chris passing away. My heart goes out to you and your boys. It must be so hard and no words can ease the pain. Thinking of you and sending you a huge hug from far away.
Marc says
Dear Kris – I was so sorry to hear about Chris passing away. My heart goes out to you and your boys. It must be so hard and no words can ease the pain. Thinking of you and sending you a huge hug from far away.
Donna & Rory Brucker says
Darlene and family,
Just want you to know that our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. I know this is a difficult time for you, your daughter-in-law,grandsons and Mark. I remember how thrilled you were when Christian was born. When Chris was in the hospital in Indianapolis and you were staying with him all of the time, I was glad to be able to visit you there. Remember when David Hasselhoff came to visit that day and how thrilled we all were to meet him? Hold on to all of your memories as they will help you to heal.
I can only imagine the heart break you all are going through and pray that God will give you the strength to get through this.
Love,
Donna and Rory
Liz and Neysa McFarland says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Mid Faulkner says
To the Snyder family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. When Herman was living he used to spend alot time with Jay and Chris at the Bargain Barn. Boy did he have some story\’s to tell. He had very fond memories of Chris.
Mrs. Herman Faulkner (Mid) & Families
Eugene and Judy A. Bella says
Judy and I were at the \”store\” on Saturday and this was the first time we knew Christian Jay Snyder had passed. We saw the sign on the way out. I have passed the Bargain Barn several times and never noticed….guess I was \”rushing\” by too fast, except to note that the Saturday hours were still the same. Guess we all need to SLOW DOWN in more ways that one.
Judy \”found\” the Bargain Barn after she bought the farm in 1993 and did alot of remodelling of her old farm house with stuff she found there. So we have been shoppers and fans there, ever since.
Rest in Peace, dear friend, just as the sign says. And know that alot of people will always be standing by your family in your absence.