Kelvin D. Snyder

Kelvin "Butch" Davern Snyder, 75, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024, in Beckley, WV. He was born on December 5, 2024, in Barberton, Ohio, to Garnie and Frances Snyder, and lived in Springfield Township most of his life. 

Butch was a graduate of Barberton High School, class of 1967. He honorably served in the US Navy, becoming a respected veteran. After his service, he dedicated 34 years to Wonderbread before retiring in 2007. He found joy in family vacations, attending concerts, frequent visits to El Rincon with family and friends, and participating in Thano Thursdays.

Along with his parents, Kelvin was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 36 years, Teresa; and his son, Shawn “Chip” Snyder. He is survived by his loving wife, Connie Rose; sons, Kevin Snyder and Todd Leary; grandchildren, Gage, Lexi, and Brynn Snyder; sisters, Kay Jeffers and Garnett Snyder; other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held Monday, October 28th at 1 pm at Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44312. Burial will follow at Hillside Memorial Park. Friends may visit the funeral home from 11 am to 1 pm on Monday, October 28th, prior to the service. The family invites those who knew Butch, to share in celebrating his life.