James Wallace Snyder

Jim W. Snyder of Meridian, ID passed peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 with his loving wife of 61 years by his side. Jim would have been 82 on August 23, 2026

He was born in Red Bluff, CA und grew up in the Bay Area, where he graduated from Mt. Diablo High School in 1962, before moving to Idaho in 2001.

Jim was a Veteran who served in the Army from 1963 to 1966 and left with the rank of SGT E-5. While stationed in Karlsruhe, Germany he met his wife Marianne and through her he gained a German family that he adored as well as a love of the German culture. They returned to the States in 1966 where he began his career with Pacific Bell. The Army gave him skills that led to a 35 year profession advancing to Operations Manager.

Jim was a devoted Husband and father. He enjoyed the outdoors, including camping, hiking and skiing.

He played Basketball and Baseball in his younger years, and was an avid SF 49er fan. Jim knew no strangers and was a loyal friend to all who knew him. He had a zest for life and a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed his crime stories. Jim and Marianne loved to dance and along with their friends became local groupies to some of their favorite country bands.

Jim is survived by his wife, Marianne Snyder, his two children Michael Snyder and Ferne Brandt, his son in-law, Larry Brandt and his sister, Eva Ramirez in addition, many friends especially the Tuesday coffee guys and skiing buddies from California. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Brother Russell and Sister Mae.

A committal service will be held Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 2 p.m. at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery, 10100 Horseshoe Bend Road. A small gathering will follow, to celebrate Jim’s life. Please RSVP by September 25, 2026to Marianne at 208-887-9949.

In lieu of Flowers, please donate to your charity of choice.