It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bobbie “Bob” Lester Snider, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and cherished friend, who departed this life on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Maranatha Village at the age of 98. He was born on March 11, 1928, in Springfield, Missouri to Virgil E. and Hazel E. (Peck) Snider. He was united in marriage to Leona (Potter) Snider, at North National Church of Christ, where they were long-time members for many years, which is now the Watermill Church of Christ. They celebrated 72 years of marriage, before Leona’s passing on August 6, 2025.

Bob spent his life devoted to his family and to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He spent many years serving as an Elder and working at the church for activities. He also spent many years working in the city of Springfield, building many homes in this area.

Bob also served in the US Army from 1950 until 1952 during the Korean Conflict. Part of his service was in the Marshall Islands.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents and by his sister: Carol Drumright. He leaves behind his two sons: Kelly Snider and his wife, Connie and Lindy Snider and his wife, Joan. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Andy Snider (Kellie), Justin Snider (Sheena), Ashley Parnell (Ben_, Brandon Snider (Allison), and Bryan Snider (Monika), and his great-grandchildren: Abigail Snider, Audrey Snider, Brookelyn Snider, Drew Snider, Emma Snider, Carver Parnell, Avery Parnell, Logan Snider, and Dawson Snider. As well as his beloved brother Terry Snider and his wife, Ann.

Throughout his life, he cultivated joy and warmth in his family, creating a legacy of love and hard work that will forever be cherished by those who knew him.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects and celebrate Bob’s life at the visitation, which will be held at Watermill Church of Christ on Thursday, June 18, 2026, starting at 10:00 a.m. A funeral service honoring his life will follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.

Memorial Donations may be made to the Fair Haven Children’s Home, Strafford, MO. Or to the charity of your choice.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Maranatha and Integrity Hospice for the compassionate care they provided.