Phyllis Kay Snyder

Phyllis Kay Snyder age 60 of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 29, 2013 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings.

She was born on December 21, 1952 in Hastings the daughter of Charlie and Rosa (Zettler) King. Phyllis graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School and later attended Kellogg Community College to attain an RN nursing degree.

Phyllis married Russell Snyder on July 29, 1972 in Hastings. She worked as an RN for many years.    Phyllis enjoyed softball, bowling and sewing. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Darrell King.

Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Russell Snyder III, daughters: Mindy (Jim) Kirchen, Michaelleen Simpson, and DeAnn (Dorman) Gray, ten grandchildren:  Andrew Robins, Jamie,  James and Kenneth Kirchen, Taylor and Charlie Simpson, Adam Keeler, Brittaney Bridwell, and Brandon and Lucas Gray,  two great-grandchildren: Carson and Bryce Robins, brothers: Sam (Kay) King, Charlie King, Richard King and Jerry (Denise) King, sisters: Melba Strouse, and Sandy (Walter) Hall, In-laws, Gary Snyder, Mike (Sue) Snyder and Chris (Gary) Wilcox and many nieces and nephews.

Respecting Phyllis's wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial visitation and funeral service will take place on Thursday, October 3, 2013 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Vistation: 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Funeral Service at noon.  Chad Wilcox will officiate the service.  A reception at the Elks will immediately follow.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.