Colton Parker Snider

Colton Parker Snider, age 22, passed away tragically Sunday, July 1, 2018. The son of Robert Snider and Lana Sweeney, he was born April 1, 1996 in Ontario, Canada. He attended Southview High School where he loved to play hockey. Cole grew up in Toledo but his heart was always in Canada. He believed very strongly in helping those who cant help themselves and showed this in his actions everyday. He is survived by his father, Robert Snider; mother, Lana Sweeney; brothers, RJ (Jessica)and Branden Snider and his dog, Pyrus. His Grandparents, Ross & Faye Sweeney and Charles & Jill Snider; His Aunts, Sherry (Rod), Sue (Donnie), Sharon (Steve); his Uncle, Glen (Yvonne). He will be sadly missed by his cousins and friends that would fill these pages. Colton would like you all to know - I was born on April Fools Day in 1996. This should tell you a lot about who I became. I came into the world smiling and I left the same way. I was always a challenge. To my parents, my teachers, my brothers, family and friends. My parents put me in this white cage when I was about 3 months old and it took me only a few months to figure out how to get out. Except for my dog Caesar I would have made it down the stairs a few times! My brothers RJ & Branden loved me Well, thats what they said when they would tie me to a tree in the back yard or duct-tape me to the trampoline. I somehow managed to escape and that somehow made them laugh all the time. We got in a lot of trouble over the years! RJ & Branden - I know that we loved each other as only brothers could. As I got older and attended school I became interested in Baseball and Hockey. My love of Hockey only grew in High School and I will never forget my Southview Team who were like my brothers. I think I was quite funny in my school years. My teachers did not seem to think this however? Just ask Mom & Dad how often they spent in the Vice Principals office defending my opinions and points of view. Thanks guys! I love you more than words would ever say. Much to the horror of my parents I was not a college kid. Life is too short for that. I had my own idea of what I was suppose to do and that is the path I decided to take. I lived my life enjoying what I loved to the fullest. I love anything outdoors. Skiing, Snowboarding, Quading, Snowmobiles, Swimming. I also love speed. Whether it was on my bike, in a car, or on the water.I liked to push all the limits. Live life to the fullest was a motto I take seriously. Plato once said, Those who are able to see beyond the shadows and lies of their culture will never be understood, let alone believed, by the masses. These words had a profound effect on me and I tried to do what was true in my heart everyday. I know I am leaving behind a lot of people who will be sad that I have gone so soon. I know the days ahead will be difficult but please do not be sad for me When I come to the end of the day and the sun has set for me, I want no tears in a gloom filled room. Why cry for my soul that is now free? Miss me a little but not too long and not with your head hanging low. Remember all that we shared. Miss me but let me go. This is a journey we all must take and each must go alone. Its all a part of a bigger plan, a step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick at heart, go to the friends we know. Bury your sorrow in doing good deeds and Miss me but let me go. Till we meet again. Colton Parker Snider