The beloved Coach David Snyder from Poulsbo, Washington, unexpectedly passed away while coaching the North Kitsap football team. His sudden death has left the community and his family in deep sorrow. Coach Snyder was a pillar of the community, dedicating his life to coaching and impacting many lives.
Emily Eckstrom, one of his daughters, expressed the family’s shock and gratitude on Facebook, stating, "Thank you all for the kind words, memories and reaching out. We are still in a shock and at a loss of words. For those who would like to help out the family with all expenses here is the GoFundMe page. It’s only been a couple hours and can see how many lives Dave Snyder has touched. He will be so deeply missed. Rest in peace Papa Snyde."
A GoFundMe campaign organized by Joanna Pruden aims to raise $5,000 to support Coach Snyder’s family with funeral expenses. As of now, $100 has been raised from one donation by Madison Hagerman. The funds will cover the funeral costs, and any remaining money will go directly to his surviving family, including his wife Michelle, daughters Hannah, Emily, and Brittany, one grandchild, and another on the way.
The community has come together to support the Snyder family during this difficult time. Mollee Lewallen shared her condolences on Facebook, writing, "I am so so sorry Emily. Your dad lives on in SO many lives!" Similarly, Jim Nendel, who coached David at Whitworth, reminisced, "I was his position coach at Whitworth and he was one of my favorite human beings I ever met! Kind, funny, goofy, smart and caring! But you know that! Blessings to you and I hope that somehow you can heal with this loss!"
Linda Ibsen, Leana Green, Katelyn Ann, Laura Archer-Ritter, Lori Katona Meagher, and Irene Daisy Purser were among the many who shared heartfelt messages and memories of Coach Snyder on Facebook. Their posts reflect the profound impact he had on those around him and the void his passing has left in their lives.
Coach David Snyder’s dedication to his community and his family has left a lasting legacy. The outpouring of support and memories shared by friends and family highlights the profound influence he had and the deep loss felt by all who knew him.
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