In celebration of the life and spirit of Bruce E. Snyder, Sr., sunrise, April 13, 1944, sunset, July 18, 2000, Monday, July 24, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at Frank R. Bell, Funeral Home, Inc., 536 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, New York 11238, officiating minister: Reverend David K. Brawley, assistant pastor, St. Paul Community Baptist Church, Brooklyn, New York

IN CELEBRA TION OF THE LIFE AND SPIRIT OF

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Sunset July 18, 2000

BRUCEE. SNYDER, SR. Monday - July 24, 2000 - 7:00 P.M.

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Frank R. Bell Funeral Home, Inc. . 536 Sterling Place Brooklyn, New York 11238

OFFICIA TING MINISTER: Reverend David K. Brawley, Assistant Pastor
St. Paul Community Baptist Church Brooklyn, New York

"... I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me, though he

were dead, yet shall he live:"

St. John 11:25

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On April 13, 1944 in Eccles, West Virginia, Wilhelminia and Elbert Snyder were blessed with a baby boy named Bruce Elbert Snyder.

Bruce attended public school in West Virginia, excelling in sports - particularly basketball. Upon completion of high school, he was drafted into the United States Army where he served four years and left as a sergeant. He later joined the U.S. Navy where he also served four years. He was honorably discharged from both branches of the military.

Education and employment opportunities brought him to New York City. Bruce earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Masters degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. He was employed by the U.S. Postal service for ten years and later became a member of the New York City Transit Police Department from which he retired after twenty-two years of service. At the time of his death, Bruce was employed by the Social Security Administration where he was an active member of the Black Affairs Advisory Council and was a writer for the newsletter. He was also involved in several other organizations and associations including the National Association of Black Scuba Divers.

Evidencing his faith in God, he held a few church affiliations: Shady Grove Baptist Church (Eccles, West Virginia), a Methodist fellowship (Uniondale, Long Island), and St. Paul Community Baptist Church (Brooklyn, New York).

Bruces impact and influence will be left with such people as his wife Remita ("Myke "); his daughter Shaunna; two sons: Bruce, Jr. and Christopher; one stepson Anthony; two brothers: Darrell Williams (Ronceverte, West Virginia) and Devell Williams and his wife Lynn (Beckley, West Virginia); one sister Frances E. Williams (Silver Springs, Maryland); his mother-in-law Essie Mathis; and numerous other relatives, friends and "JIGS" (Bruce being the "Jig Master").

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ORDER OF SERVICE

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ORGAN PRELUDE ...................... Min. Jonathan Sayles

PROCESSIONAL (Friends offamily, please stand.)

SELECTION. ............................ Mm. Jonathan Sayles

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SCRIPTURE READINGS .................. Rev. David K. Brawley Old Testament (Psalm 121) New Testament (Revelation 14:13)

PRAYER OF COMFORT................. Rev. David K. Brawley

SOLO ....................................... Mr. Keith David

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF CONDOLENCES

OBITUARY

REMARKS: Anyone wishing to say a few words in tribute to Bruce is invited to do so at this time. (Please be brief.)

SELECTION ............................ Mm. Jonathan Sayles

EULOGY. .............................. Rev. David K. Brawley

PRAYER ............................... Rev. David K. Brawley

PARTING VIEW (Led by Funeral Director)

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BENEDICTION

RECESSIONAL (Friends, please stand as the family leaves the chapel.)
INURNMENT:
Green-Wood Crematory 5* A venue & 23* Street Brooklyn, New York
Tuesday, July 25, 2000, leaving funeral home at 10:00 A.M.

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"But the just man, though he die early, shall be at rest. For the age that is honorable comes not with the passing of time, nor can it be measured in terms ofyears. Rather, understanding is the hoary crown for men and an unsullied life, the attainment of old age. He who pleased God was loved; He who lived among sinners was transported - snatched away, lest wickedness pervert his mind or deceit beguile his soul; For the witchery ofpaltry things obscures what is right and the whirl of desire transforms the innocent mind. Having become perfect in a short while, he reached the fullness of a long career; for his soul was pleasing to the Lord, therefore he sped him out of the midst of wickedness. But the people saw and did not understand, nor did they take this into account. "
-- Wisdom 4:7-14 (The New American Bible For Catholics) *******
IN GRA TEFUL APPRECIA TION The family of the late Bruce Snyder wishes to express deep and heartfelt appreciation for your loving thoughtfulness and concern, including cards, flowers, phone calls, visits, your presence here this evening, and especially your prayers. May God bless each of you and may His peace be with you always.
; *,.. REPAST INVITA TION Immediately following the services this evening, the family invites you to join them for fellowship and refreshments in the parish dining hall (lower level) of St. Teresa of Avila R.C. Church, across the street from the funeral home at 563 Sterling Place, corner of Classon Avenue.
******* Final Arrangements Entrusted To:
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536 Sterling Place (comer of Classon Avenue) Brooklyn. New York 11238 (718) 399-2500
Frank R. Bell. Founder Licensed Funeral Directors: Doris D. Bell Frances Bell Henry