BVFD Mourns Loss of Chief Charlie Snyder
03/01/09
Chief Charles D. Snyder 1930 - 2009It is with great saddness, and a deep sense of personal loss, that I must announce the passing of Chief Charles D. Snyder. Chief Snyder died in in the early hours of Saturday, February 28, 2009. Chief Synder leaves his wife Doris, son Danny, daughter Bonita, and his sister Mrs. Barbara Bergere (who faithfully served our Department for 30 years herself, prior to Ms. Yetter).
Chief Snyder joined the BVFD as soon as he turned 18, in 1948. In the years that followed, he became a legend and a huge part of our Department's history. In the late 1950's he was the Captain of the Rescue Squad. By 1961 he had achieved the rank of Assistant Chief. In 1962, he was cited for herorism after saving a 15 year old girl involved in a car crash. He went on serve as our Fire Chief (1965-1966, 1968-1972, and 1980-1982) and our President (1974-1976, 1979) and held an executive leadership role for over 16 years.
ARRANGEMENTS:
Viewing at Donaldson's Funeral Home, Laurel, Maryland
Friday, March 6, 2008 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Fire Department Memorial Service at Donaldson's
Friday, March 6th at 7:00 pm
Viewing at Liberty Grove United Methodist Church, Burtonsville
Saturday, March 7th 10:00 - 11:00 am
Funeral at Liberty Grove
Saturday, March 7th at 11:00
Interment at Union Memorial Cemetery, Burtonsville Immediately Following Funeral
There will be a luncheon at the Liberty Grove United Methodist Church following the internment.
In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested donations to the BVFD.
The station has been draped and a small tribute display has been placed by the watch desk. Please keep Charlie's family in your thoughts and prayers.
Tami Bulla
BVFD Vice President
(301) 332-0102
Photos are courtesy of Tami Bulla.
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