(Seattle) - U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) released the following statement today on the death of former state legislator Sid Snyder.

“Sid Snyder was an amazing leader with a heart of gold. He was kind and gracious, and because he had the respect of everyone that knew him, he was able to bring people together to solve problems for the people of our state.

“He will be missed by the countless people who had the privilege of working with him and of calling him a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with Bette and his family right now.”