Justice Spencer Snyder
November 6, 1997 ~ August 1, 2018
Justice Spencer Snyder
As a family, we have chosen to honor Justice’s wish of not having a funeral service; however, we wanted to create this site so that those that love Justice, or love members of his family, can come to this site and express themselves.
This site is meant to be a place to share your thoughts, feelings, memories, and express yourself both in regard to Justice or to a member of his family. Justice was clear that he did not want a funeral, nor did he want an occasion that would be filled with sadness, weeping, or mourning. Those that know Justice well know that he was always drawn to comedy, laughter, silliness, quick wit, and anything to brighten your day. I am sure that if he had his way, not a tear would be shed on his behalf, but that is beyond his control and the love which we all have for him weighs heavily upon our souls as we grieve his absence.
We invite all those that visit this site to please feel free to leave a message. All of these messages will be preserved and shared in totality with his family. You can leave a message of condolence, you can leave a favorite photo with or regarding Justice, you can leave a funny memory, or anything that is on your heart. There is nothing that can be too heartfelt, and nothing that can be too silly (Justice was talented at appreciating both). Just leave what feels right to you and know that it will be appreciated by each member of his family.
About Justice . . .
Justice Spencer Snyder was born on November 6, 1997 and passed on August 1, 2018.
Justice suffered for many years from depression and mental illness but continued to fight each and every day like the warrior poet that he is until the suffering, torment, and anguish of depression overcame his capacities and he took his own life.
Justice is loved profoundly and survived by his father Patrick Snyder, his mother Martha Eagar, and his siblings: Hope, Honor, and Merit Snyder.
Although we could never capture who he is in a sentence, paragraph, or novel, there were certain things about Justice that were clear, undeniable, and quintessentially Justice. He was literal, logical, and funny as hell! He was as complex as he was simple, as deeply thoughtful as he was transparent. He varied in all of his interests and passions in life including: writing, music, gaming, politics, poetry, theology, humor, and within those interests he varied as well.
He would delve with gusto into video games filled with blood, guts, and monsters; yet, he would equally dedicate himself to games about flowers, simple twine, or love. He wrote stories, screenplays, and poetry that would move your soul to fear, or encourage you to be brave enough to love again. He listened to almost every genre of music with equal fervor, from classic metal bands, to instrumental orchestra arrangements, from urban sounds to classic folk music. He could sing along with Metallica, Nova Rockafeller, and then grab the ukulele and pick out a Grace Vanderwaal song.
He could speak intelligently about most topics and could debate with you until your face was blue, or he could effortlessly make you laugh so hard that you could not breathe and then join you in your laughter. He was exceptionally sensitive to the emotions of others, and instinctively knew when someone needed just to be heard, or he could walk you through your own problems one question at a time until you stumbled upon your answer, or he could sit quietly with you as silence filled the room and he was there with you in the angst of your pain, and he had a sixth sense to know when you needed to laugh even when you did not realize it and he would find a way to make your soul break free from your cares and burst into laughter with him. Oh, how he loved to make others laugh. Oh, how his laughter seemed to heal the souls of all those who loved him. He was as compassionate as he was hilarious, and as comforting as he was encouraging.
He read extensively about philosophy, theology and could quote Nietzsche, and in the same breath quote “Tommy Boy” or another show that had made him laugh. He read horror, romance, psychology, sci-fi, fantasy, comics, ancient scripture, and would devour a new series. His imagination seemed endless and vivid, and he could draw you into a story to the point it almost felt tangible. He could make any situation into a pragmatic logic driven issue with a solution. He was a hard worker and was the first to volunteer to provide service whenever needed. He spontaneously supplied voices for our family pets and at times inanimate objects, just to make us laugh.
He was simple, yet exceedingly complicated, he was eloquent and ridiculously silly. He was deeply human, and immeasurably loved beyond his own comprehension.
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As a friend of Anita, I never had the pleasure of meeting Justice but can see how much the loss of her nephew has impacted her life. I am truly sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for healing for your family.
I remember how much Justice loved playing video games (and how GOOD he was at them!). He was brilliant in so many ways, and I know he enriched the lives of everyone around him. I’m sad I didn’t get to know him better as he got older. The world is definitely left with a void that will be sorely felt. We’ll love him and miss him forever.
I am so saddened to hear about Justice, I love your family and missed you all when you moved. I remember great conversations with Justice, he was a deep thinker and I loved listening to his outlook on life. I remember he parked his car on the side of your house and I always was excited to catch a hi or wave as he left for work. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Lance and Anna Peacock
I love you all and pray for comfort for you every single day. God bless each of you.
Justice, I’m sorry for the pain you went through, little cousin. I know it must have been really bad. I know you have peace now. Your family loves you and I know we will all see each other again. Blessings to you and to your family.
I attended the Police Academy with Patrick Snyder and have known him ever since. My family’s heart felt condolences go out to Patrick, Hope, Honor, Merit and Martha. May the Lord lay his healing hands upon your hearts and give you the peace and strength you all need in this time of grief. 'My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strenth of my heart and my portion forever.' Psalm 73:26.
From Mike Skeens
Our thoughts and prayers have been for you and your family. Sending our love. So sorry for your loss. Lisa & family
GNU Justice Spencer Snyder. What a beautiful light he was. Let his memory be a blessing to you and your family. I am so sorry
I’m so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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May God grant Justice’s family and those, who shared this life with him peace and comfort in this time of loss. My sincerest condolences to you all. Lisa Marie Vest
My condolences to Pat and his family.
Nola Hunt
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Thank you for being so honest with his fight against depression. It is something many of us fight and try to hide our daily struggles. Your tribute to him is priceless and I was able to see what an incredible young man he grew up to be through your words.
Justice was a great friend to me at church and outside of church. Without a doubt the wittiest kid I’ve ever met and I’m positive I’ll never meet anyone with that set of wit and humor. Everything I saw from him was a young man who was anxiously helping others and doing what’s best for people in need. I’m so grateful to have known him.
We are both so very sorry for your family’s loss, Patrick. You all are in our prayers.
Linda & Bill Jackson
Patrick,
My heart broke for you today when I heard the news. From one father to another, there is nothing that I can say to lessen your pain, and I don’t even think I can fully understand the grief you must feel. I would like you to know that how you are handling this only increased the amount of respect and appreciation I have for you. You are amazingly strong to be going through this grief and so clearly write a memorial which captures the essence of your son’s existence. I am happy that there are still people of your capacity in the world.
I have always thought of justice as an idea, but now when I hear the word, I will forever remember your son, and the humanity which binds us all. I hope that you are able to find peace after you grieve.
With deepest sympathies,
Lance Bradbury
I never knew Justice, and I am really only acquaintances with Hope, but I wanted to reach out and say that I am deeply sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you. I told one of my friends how saddened I am about this and she asked me to send you her love and to let you know that you are not alone. Any of you.
I’m just so sorry. My mind immediately went to all the dinners we shared as a family, playing in the yard, being neighbors and then helping you all move, homemade cookies and cobblers, cookouts, dozens of visits, and an abundance of laughter mixed with good, thought-provoking talks. You all have always been so dear to me and I’m heartbroken to see you experience more pain. The main tribute here is so well written and just beautiful. This is so unfair and I’m so sorry.
Love you all!! Justice may your belly always be full of Christmas (crack) candy. As always here for you Patrick.
Patrick and family,
I don’t have words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. You will be in my thoughts. Sincerest condolences. Carrie Rau
I am sorry for your terrible loss. Your memorial of Justice is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your son with us <3
Pat, I wanted you to know that I’ve been thinking about you. I cannot imagine the feeling of this loss. Reach out if you need anything.
Dan K.
Patrick, I’m so heartbroken for you and your family. I can’t begin to imagine the pain you guys are going through. I had the pleasure of meeting Justice a couple times, and he had the pleasure of watching my face as I chewed a gross jelly bean. I’ll treasure that memory and the big smile he had on his face.
All the beautiful memories he gave you will be what guides you through your days.
Patty Sorrell
The oldest of four children, I can remember Justice at a young age being fiercely protective of his younger siblings. He looked up to his father mimicking his every move. No words can adequately do justice itself to this man. He was patient and kind. He was obedient and valiant. I do remember him in the basement of Indiana playing video games and destroying them all. He really had a knack for it and watching him do something that he both loved and elevated at was a joy. His giant smile as he would glance down at his feet reminded me of his gentle and humble nature. He would nurture those around him.
I vividly remember him comforting his younger sister Hope on one occasion. She was upset and Justice was very intent on making sure she was ready for confort before he swooped in and offered all he had. He was hard working and if I remember correctly loved the color blue. He had his fathers humor and I do remember him telling jokes to my little ones. Making them all cackle with fits of laughter. This world has lost a loving spirit. He was always first to make sure his family was safe when his father was away to work.
My heart and deepest emotions go out to his dear mother Martha, who diligently taught him right. I remember her homeschooling Justice along with her other children. She always did her very best and Justice loved her dearly.
My most heartfelt and dearest love to his father Patrick who always made sure he grew to be a man followed by a thick fluffy layer of love we all knew. He looked like Patrick and he always strived to be like him when I knew him. Patrick made sure his kids knew he loved them and Justice often reaches to his dad for his temporal and emotional needs.
To sweet Hope who is true to her name, always cheerful, thoughtful and years beyond her own. You know who you are. Never forget it.
And to Honor and Merit, who were babies when I knew them, be true to your name. Make your older brother proud.
All my sympathies and condolences during this more than difficult time. Without overstepping, I believe with all of my heart that you will see Justice again and that he is in a place of peace. May the Lord provide you with comfort and may his memory remind us all what this life is really about. God speed Justice.
Much Love,
Brad & Chelsea Peterson and family.
If I could go back in time I would overlook the PJs, bed head hair, and Morning breath I had at the time and give you a long tight hug. LadyBoo and I had the distinct pleasure of watching you grow in to a strong, handsome, compassionate, caring, & kind man. I don’t know where to start when it comes to memories and all the times you’ve made us smile, even in a time as heartbreaking as this. Here are some highlights; staying up late playing ridiculous games, the coco motion, choco hot pots, riding the big roller coasters and forcing me to ride all the ones that would get me soaked to the bone, perfect s’mores, movies and sneaking backpacks of snacks in, Merlin, bonfires, sleep overs, getting snowed in and you guys getting to stay an extra day. Your smile that could light up a room of darkness. I haven’t and never will be able to sit in a restaurant becoming severely dehydrated while the waiter runs to the nearest freshwater source for Amanda, without thinking lovingly of you. ManMate/Snyder, thank you for allowing us to spend time with your children, our lives are better for it. You’re are the best Dad we know. We love all of you.
I can not imagine the heartbreak your family is going thru right now. This is a beautiful tribute to an amazing young man. Depression is something that is so terrible that it can consume a person & they can’t escape it. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
I didn’t know Justice well, but I witnessed the love his family had for him in our Battlecreek 1st Ward Days. I’d like to let Martha, Hope and the rest of the family how very sorry I am for this tremendous loss.
Marcy McLendon
Patrick,
I’m so sorry for your loss; I can’t imagine the pain. I wish you and your family comfort and peace from every memory of Justice. My family will keep yours in our thoughts and prayers.
May solace be yours,
-Lori Craig
My Condolences, I know this loss of a son. There are no words to describe. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your loved ones. If you need to talk; feel free to call me HUGS and caring for Justice too
Pat I am so sorry, my heart breaks for you and your family. I know there are no words to ease your pain but know that you are surrounded by people who love and will support you.
-Debbie Norris
I’m so sorry about your beautiful son, Martha. I Loved reading about him. Thinking of you and your family ❤️ Aimee Lindsley
Patrick: I am so sorry for your family’s loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts. This is the line that got me, as we need more people like this in the world: “He read extensively about philosophy, theology and could quote Nietzsche, and in the same breath quote “Tommy Boy” or another show that had made him laugh.”
Prayers for you & yours, Patrick!
I remember Justice as a polite young man when he came to visit us in Michigan and what a good time he had finding beach glass. It is so hard to understand depression unless one suffers from the disease or has a loved one that does. Our daughter fights this battle every day. Mike and I have come to terms that there is no blame. We questioned everything we did. It is an illness. We have worry and that deep love. It’s hard to understand when we see such a kind soul and bright light that everyone sees shining and loves. Our heart felt love goes to your family and to Justice. I hope we can all remember that bright light and understand that depression is a disease. There are others that suffer. Please don’t be afraid to ask or seek help. Do this in Justice’s honor.
I will always remember Justice as the easy-going kid who always went along with all of our shenanigans and never judged. His quick wit was always 10 sentences ahead of me. When I finally caught up and processed what he was saying, he moved on to something else. I’ll never forget the time justice and I discovered a new species, the humming bee (part bee and part humming bird) and the time he quietly ate all the taffy. The Dino 5k runs and Bop to the Top races with justice were a blast. I loved watching him take care of his siblings and enjoy doing so. I also loved watching Justice and his dad (the twins) banter back and forth, usually teasing me. And our classic quote, “I believe that YOU believe” will always be dear to me. I miss you Justice. Until we meet again.
Dear Snyder family. Jimmy and I never met Justice but by reading the obituary we can tell he was very special and loved very much. We are terribly sorry he left this earth too soon. We would have loved to know him. Our prayers are with your family. Love you all. Jimmy and Jo Webber.
Seeing this is heartbreaking knowing that one of the brightest funniest most kind and caring people I’ve ever known has passed away
Growing up with Justice as a cousin was more than just standing in family pictures and eating at family get togethers….we’d pull all nighters beating video games, playing our ukuleles together, sharing music, to even political talks. We’d laugh together like it was a disease that couldn’t be cured. He brought laughs and happiness in every room he walked in. Jumping on the trampoline at grandmas and grandpas and roasting marshmallows was one of my favorite memories with him as we discussed and argued about how to make the perfect marshmallow/s’more. Talking about his YouTube career and seeing how much he loved what he was doing. Now when I watch those videos it’s always gonna hurt knowing I wont ever get to see a new one with him laughing or raging (the steampunk cluster truck episode). I love you so much buster. Till we meet again Justice. Till we meet again.
So sorry for your loss you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers .
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
My Thoughts and Love goes out to Patrick, Martha and your Wonderful kids. I wish there was some way to take away the pain, and grief that you are feeling. Just know that we love you guys and are mourning with you…we feel the loss too.. I know our Heavenly Father loves you and is also mindful of all your needs.. We love you…
Sio Makaafi
I’m so sorry for your loss Patrick! You and your family are in my prayers!
“A cousin is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost.” – Marion C. Garretty
It didn’t matter how many miles away we separated, or how long the last time we saw each other was. Every time we saw each other again, it was like we hung out everyday and immediately competed in a fierce battle of who can make the funniest joke. Then we’d drag it out and just keep adding on and on to this ridiculous joke. We would laugh right up until one of us had to leave. Even when i was feeling real down and didn’t feel like laughing, it was impossible to be in the same room as Justice and not laugh and smile. Growing up i looked up to justice, I’m blessed to have had such a great older cousin to look up to, and laugh with. Until we meet again buster.
Patrick and Family,
Mike and I are both thinking of you all during this time. I will always remember Justice and his smile. He had a great smile and was always so polite and sweet. Know that there are ao many surrounding you in prayer and you can reach out for anything, anytime!!!!
Xoxoxo
Mike and Mandy Hodge
My heartfelt thoughts to you and your family during this difficult time. Many prayers for comfort and peace, Patrick. May you remember all the happiest of moments with your beautiful son.
I didn’t have the privilege of knowing Justice personally. But I did get to see him through his father’s eyes every now and then. I know how much he is loved, and I know how happy we will all be when we get to see him again some day.
Reading about him here has helped me know further just was a special young man he is. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love you guys.
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. REV 21:4
I’m very sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace and strength in your time of need.
I have many memories of Justice playing the ukulele, cooking healthy meals for his family, sharing his poetry and stories, and laughing. I’ll never forget his grin or the time he persuaded me not to panic when the oven quit working on Thanksgiving Day. As a baby, he loved strawberries with sugar, but grew to love butterscotch pies and apple crisp. He preferred peace and harmony as a young child, but grew up and loved intellectual debate. He had so many dreams and passions, and he loved his family dearly. I’ll miss him walking through the front door and giving me a hug. Godspeed until we meet again, Justice! I’ll miss you!
Unfortunately I only knew Justice for a short time. But I remember his infectious smile and wonderful laugh. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family. May God ease your pain as he welcomes Justice back home where he can be at peace.
Laura Wiggs
We are sending you our love and prayers at this hard time. It has been a gift to know Justice and share a bit of our life with him. He was one incredible human being and will be deeply missed. Our family will not be the same with out him. We love you Justice, until we meet again.
May the lord wrap his arms around you and your family Patrick. And may Justice’s memory live on in all the lives he touched.
Justice! I always loved seeing you, Hope, Honor, Merit, Martha & Roberto in Pleasant Grove. We had such a great time watching the fireworks from the deck, family dinners and when you came with Martha & Rob to Logan, Utah for the Pumpkin Walk.
I’ll never forget how you taught me how to play a video game at your Home while I went through cancer treatments during the Christmas Holidays. You made me have a great day and forget struggles for a few happy hours. You were always so fun to joke around with. I love & miss you.
Keep everyone on their toes and laughing in Heaven till we see each other again! Love ya, Justice!
Martha, I was saddened to learn of the passing of your son. What a beautiful tribute describing what a wonderful young man he was. I wish I could find words that would ease the grief and pain you and your family are dealing with. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
-Mindy Hutchison
I am so sorry for your loss. Just from reading about him I can tell how amazing he was and was to be around. I will be praying for his siblings and both you and his mother. There is nothing that can be said to help in anyway when you lose a child. Please know you have multiple people who love and care about you and who will be there just to listen.
Patrick,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know there are no words that can ever take away the pain. I wept reading the beautiful tribute written about your precious son. My simply heart broke. You are all in our prayers. Prayers for peace and comfort. Prayers that you all feel the Lord holding you tightly in His arms as you grieve. Prayers for strength.
Sending you much love. God Bless you, your wonderful children and Justice’s mother.
With Love, Fran
I’m so sorry Martha. My heart breaks for you and your family. He is now at peace from his depression, anguish, and mental demons. This will be a journey over the years, through many stages of grief. I pray for your family to have strength, love, and continuing to remember him as the amazing young man that you described!
Love you! “If kindness had a flavor, it’d be butterscotch.” – Justice
Our hearts break for your loss. Patrick and Martha know that you are in our prayers and we pray for the comforter to help ease your suffering. We love you dearly.
While most of my memories of Justice are snippets of a moment, they all include his bright smile and laugh. Justice always managed to pull together a laugh that was genuine and far from courtesy; although I’m sure it almost always was (because I’m just not that funny). One of my earliest memories included watching him play Liars Dice with his dad and siblings. The quiet, respectful, polite personality he had been presenting to us for WEEKS was gone! 🙂 He was in his element. Speaking freely, laughing loudly, making accusation against a poorly played turn and simply loving every minute of the moment he was in.
Being far too old to really want to go to the park and play, he would tag along anyway and be a HUGE help to me in keeping an eye out for his siblings and my four who would scatter to wind as soon as their feet hit the pavement from the confines of the big red suburban. He watched carefully as Hope and Merit climbed far too high for my liking up a tree and was willing to stay back and help my Spidey scale the rope spiderweb.
At my request he and Hope analyzed my poppyseed bread, cupcakes, and orange rolls with their refined palate and provided feedback to outdo any of NYC toughest food critics.
Justice was always willing to listen. Spidey would go on and on for hours (if I allowed it) talking about teaching Raven to use the dog door and how the toy weapons at the Snyder house were way cooler than the toy weapons at the Bland house and if he could please take all of them home or come and play with them whenever he darn well pleased. Justice would listen as if hanging on every word even though I imagined he would much rather be playing video games. When Justice was there, he was ALL in. He didn’t look over his shoulder, scroll through texts on a phone or glance at a watch wondering when the moment would end.
He smiled, he laughed, and as has already so eloquently been spoken, he made you feel significant and important.
I feel privileged to have been able to spend even a little bit of time with him. I hope that in time the hurt of his passing will ebb, and the memories of his life will work to heal what has broken.
Gwen Bland
Prayers for healing, patience, and love.. May the Lord wrap his arms around your family.
Such a goofy kid all his life, always finding ways to make us all laugh. My favorite memories of Justice was when he, Mara, Uncle Ben and I would dress up and play Star Wars outside at grandma’s house. He was the best little Anakin Skywalker! I love you all and pray for peace to come to us all in time.
I am without words to describe how sorry I am for your loss. I am praying for you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
I am so sorry to hear this Martha. My heart hurts for you. This touches so many more families than people realize and depression doesn’t discriminate. It isn’t fair. Losing a child is so cruel. Take your time with your grief and let yourself feel. Grief ebbs and flows, but I hope with time your heart will ache a little less. He knows how much you love him—remember that. He is at peace and free from the torment. I’m so so sorry my friend!
Patrick, Martha and Family, we with deep sympathy share in your loss and yet your joy in remembering the great son Justice is and all that he is to you. We all know he is now serving our Lord and sharing his knowledge with all he comes in contact with in his next stage of life. We never know how long we have here, but to live the life the best we can and will while on this earth. We are here for you for what ever you need.
Martha, we are praying and thinking of you at this deeply painful time. We love Justice. We love his spirit, his humor, his kindness, his insight, his intelligence, and his friendship. We miss him. We miss you, Martha, Hope, Honor, and Merritt. We send our love and prayers. Here are a few of our sweet memories with him.
Our condolences. You are in our hearts and prayers. Mike and Lori Himmel
Patrick and family,
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Patrick
I have no words to tell you and I am very very sorry for the loss of your son.
Patrick – I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words to take away the sadness when you lose someone you love so dearly. I pray for strength and comfort in the days ahead. I never had the honor of meeting Justice, but you are such a wonderful person, I can only imagine what an extraordinary person Justice was.
Patrick, I am truly heartbroken for you and your family. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child. While I never had the pleasure of meeting Justice, I can imagine what an amazing person he must have been. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Patrick and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I only had the pleasure of meeting and hanging out with Justice a handful of times. While Pat was my primary FTO he would light up when he talked about Justice and his siblings. There are no words I can say to help ease your heartache. If there is anything the Navarro family can do for you please don’t hesitate to ask.
Words just fail in times like these. If I could wrap up my heart and offer all of my love, it still wouldn’t come close to expressing things right.
Patrick,
You are reverenced and loved beyond measure in my family. You have been a personal hero, a treasured friend, and will forever remain the person that shared the plan of salvation and the gospel of hope with me. I can remember the anticipation my family felt towards that 4th discussion. I remember how you and Elder Ruff would consistently have to postpone our questions saying, 'that will be covered in the 4th discussion.' I recall the joy we felt as the spirit testified boldly as you taught us that families are eternal. I was young, full of innocence, and believed immediately.
Then I grew up… entered in life, full of all the LIFE stuff. Pain, heartbreak, disappointment, grief, and loss. But also, love, hope, faith, and charity. My testimony was tested, and at times completely ignored. Other times, it carried me.
It is my prayer for you right now, that the Spirit might overwhelm you with the knowledge and the faith you once conveyed to my eager young heart. That you might find solace and rest in the peace of God. His peace surpasses the peace of this world, and heals only what can be healed by God.
May you be able to see the love all around you, and the 'collateral beauty' that manifests in times of darkness and loss. I promise you it is there.
I love you my friend. I love your family. I carry you with me as you mourn.
May God bless and keep you, and may you be carried as you are asked to carry on….
Love, Brenna
I’m going to miss sitting down with you at the end of the day and hearing all about the different thoughts you had about it. I’m going to miss your smile when are happy or proud of something you’ve done. I’m going to miss your eagerness to help your mom around the house and your brothers and sisters when they need their big brother. I’m going to miss your willingness to serve others when you were tired and already had a long day. I’m going to miss that curious mind of yours and the beautiful way it looked at the world. I’m going to miss your patience with me as you try and teach me a new video game.
Just thinking about you right now makes me both smile and get choked up. I’m going to really really miss being your step dad. My life has been blessed to have had you in it even for the short time I got. Thank you for the privilege to get to know you. I love you!
I didn’t have the privilege of knowing Justice, but the obituary painted a vivid picture of who he is. The main thing I know for certain is that he was loved. I knew his Dad and his Uncle Carl very well when they were growing up, and it sounds like Justice followed in their footsteps of joking around, and making those around him laugh! It’s a Snyder man thing!! I know you’ll be missed more than you will ever know, by your family especially. But now, you’re with other family members who will surround you with their love.
Justice: our beloved oldest grandson!
Mere words are simply inadequate to express the feelings in our hearts.
We mourn your loss but prefer to focus on your life and the ways you enriched and blessed ours, and the lives of all who knew you.
When thinking of you, the first thing that comes to mind is your broad smile and beautiful blue eyes, topped off with that shock of sandy hair…
-your deep love of family and devotion to your mother and siblings
-your kind and gently heart
-your ability to listen and your respect for others
-your righteous desires
-your inquiring mind
-your varied interests and thirst for learning
-your love of reading
-your work ethic
-your determination to make and accomplish worthwhile goals
-your broad sense of humor
-your love of singing and music
-your love of gaming and strategy
We miss you, but know you are finally at peace and that we will see you again!
Love Is Eternal
Grandpa and Gram Bryant and your loving extended Ververs/Bryant Family
#memories
When Justice was around 8 years old we came to visit his family in Indiana and
he maneuvered Grandpa into playing video games with him even though [or maybe because] Grandpa had no idea how to play the game.
Grandpa and Gram and Justice shared a heart to heart talk at Brad’s last year about how his life was going-his landscape job-and his future plans for school and career.
To Martha, Hope, Honor, and Merit: You are always in our hearts and in our thoughts. We pray every day that you will be comforted as you reflect on the many wonderful memories you shared with Justice, and find peace in knowing you will see him again.
To Rob and girls: You have always been a wonderful step-father to Justice and an influence for good as you and your girls joined together with Martha to create a new family. You are also in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for all you have done to love and support Justice and Martha and her family. We love you.
To Patrick: We offer our sincere condolences.
With deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find strength in God and comfort knowing he is at peace. Love and hugs to you. Tara Tackett Bushong
Patrick & Family, I’m so sorry, I had no idea you were going through something so awful. If there is anything at all that our family can do to support you or help or even just feed you, we want to. I can’t imagine how you are getting through this. May the love and blessing of St. Jude hold you and give you peace.
Justice, I love you so much! You always brightened the room with your smile and laughter. Everytime we came to visit, my kids always looked forward to seeing you and trying to beat you at video games. You were always great at helping Hope eat extra oreo truffles that I would make. How can we forget last Thanksgiving!! Not long after the turkey came out the the oven, the heating element went out. We, (you, Hope and Mai and myself) jumped into action and got creative. We didn’t skip a beat. We used the toaster oven, crockpot, instapot and anything else we had to work with. After we had it under control, Aunt Anita comes in and we tell her what happened. You said good thing aunty wasn’t there because she would hqve been stressed. We weren’t stressed because you kept us laughing and we actually had fun. You are going to be missed beyond words!! Love your laugh and smile and sense of humor. Our lives will never be the same and it will take a long while to find the new normal in our lives because you had a huge influence in our lives. I am honored to be your Aunt and will cherish all of the memories and laughter and tears (from laughing so hard) . I love ya Buster!! Say hi to Lisita for me. Til we meet again.
Patrick and family….my heart breaks for your loss. May you find peace in all the precious memories. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Connie
was lit in memory of Justice Spencer Snyder
Patrick- There may be no words to lessen your pain, but please know so many are praying for you and your family. I could never imagine a more devastating loss. I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and offer any help or support moving forward. You are a wonderful father and it is apparent that your children are, and always have been loved. Deepest sympathy, Kim
KAREN SUE IN BLACK – “the golden girls” a la Mt. Vernon