James Phillip "Pa" Snyder went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, August 8th, 2016, surrounded by family. Jim was born February 2nd, 1932 in Marvell, Arkansas to Pink and Sallie Snyder. In 1950 the Snyder family moved out West to Kennewick, Washington. From 1952-56 Jim served in the United States Air Force. Upon returning to the Tri-Cities he worked for L.W. Vail as an oiler, later retiring from Hanford as an Operating Engineer in the mid 1980's. He was preceded in death by the love of his life Madelon "Ma" Snyder. They married in 1976, enjoying life together for over 33 years. Jim was an avid Fisherman and devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Pasco. He loved spending time with his Family, visiting and playing cards. Jim will be best remembered for his infectious smile, sweet spirit and love for animals. Jim was an amazing Father and Step-Dad, treating all of the kids like his own. Jim is preceded in death by son Phillip "Bubba" Snyder, parents Pink and Sallie Snyder, step-son Wayne Davenport, sisters Beatrice Davis, Velma Bottorff and Helen Edden and wife Madelon Snyder. Jim is survived by his brother Paul Snyder and sister Violet "Cricket" Bricker, his children, Anita Rawlings, James Snyder, Teresa Hall, Terry Snyder and step-children; Sam Davenport, Angie Goodenow, Matthew Davenport and Sid McCord Jr. Jim's tribe boasts 14 grand and 16 great-grandchildren. Pa will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 19, 2016, 1:00 p.m., at First Baptist Church of Pasco, 1105 N. Rd. 36, with viewing beginning at 12:00 p.m.