Lynwood “Duke” Snyder

Lynwood “Duke” Snyder of Nashville, IL, departed this life at the Friendship Manor Healthcare Center in Nashville, on Sunday, May 10, 2020 at 10:50 PM. He had attained the age of 80 years 9 months and 16 days.

Duke was born on July 26, 1939 at Nashville, IL the son of Ralph W. and Helen (McBride) Snyder. He was united in marriage to Margaret Brammeier on February 22, 1958 and she survives his passing.

Duke served with the United States Navy. He worked at McDonnell Douglas in St. Louis, MO for many years and then as the manager for Hydraulics Incorporated in Nashville, IL, until his retirement. Duke was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Nashville Lions Club, Nashville Jaycees, Washington County Sportsmen, AMVETS, Nashville Men’s Bowling League and Nashville Men’s Golf League. Duke enjoyed attending and watching all the high school sports.

Left to mourn his passing is his wife Margaret Snyder of Nashville; a son, Rick Snyder of New York City; a daughter, Susan Setzekorn of Nashville; daughter-in-law, Barbara Snyder of New York City; three grandchildren, Christine and Elizabeth Snyder and Luke Setzekorn; brother-in-law, Glenn Brammeier and wife Pat of Oakdale; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Grace May.

Due to the COVID-19 health concerns, a private graveside service will be held at the Masonic Cemetery in Nashville, IL with Rev. Bill Bunnage officiating. There will be a public memorial service held at a later date.

Should friends desire, memorials can be made to the NCHS Sports Boosters or the NCHS Music Boosters and will be accepted by the Campagna Funeral Home, who is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online expressions if sympathy can be made at www.campagnafuneralhomes.com.