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Mrs. Margaret Lee Sneathen, 62, of RD 2, Keyser, died Thursday in Memorial Hospital. Born at Springfield. W. Va., she was a daughter of the late George W. and Clara B. (Wagoner) Hinkle. Mrs. Sneathen was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Fort Ashby and the United Methodist Women of the church. Surviving are her husband, J. Alden Sneathen; two brothers. John L. Hinkle, RD Keyser, and G. Earl Hinkle, Springfield; two sisters, Mrs. Ethel L. Adams, and Mrs. Evelyn G. Kriglein, both of Fort Ashby. Friends will be received in the Scarpelli Funeral Home today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be conducted Monday at 2 p.m. in Fort Ashby Trinity United Methodist Church by Rev. Paul Suder. Interment will be in Fort Ashby Cemetery. The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to services: Pallbeajrers will be William Hinkle, Robert Hinkle, Bruce Hinkle, Leon Hinkle, Randy Adams and Fred Kriglein.
The Cumberland Sunday Times, June 1, 1975

ALASKA May 30, 1911 - Mr. John Sneathen was called to Three Churches last week by the death of his oldest brother Reuben Sneathen, who was 81 years of age.
Keyser Tribune, June 2, 1911
(Courtesy of Patti McDonald)
Posted July 22, 2010

SNEATHEN, Mrs. Sally E. Richardson

KEYSER, W. Va., March 31 — Rites for Mrs. Sally E. Sneathen, 71, wife of Samuel Sneathen, Route 2, who died yesterday at her Fort Ashby Road home, will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Methodist Church at Fort Ashby. The Rev. William E. Albright, pastor, will officiate. Interment will be in Fort Ashby Cemetery. A native of Fetterman, W.Va., Mrs. Sneathen was a daughter of the late Joseph Walker and Mary Martha Richardson. Besides her husband, Mrs. Sneathen is survived by three sons, Ellis and Lawrence Sneathen, Cumberland, and Alvie, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Paul Daugherty, Weirton, W.Va., and Mrs. Ernest Dawson, Reeses Mills, W.Va.; two brothers, Earl Richardson, Elmira, N.Y., and Floyd Richardson, Chicago, and a sister, Mrs. Bessie Mentzer, Martinsburg, W.Va.
Published in the Cumberland Evening Times, Monday, March 31, 1947
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 4, 2017

SNEATHEN, Samuel Marvin

Final rites for Samuel Marvin Sneathen, 77, Fort Ashby, W.Va., who died Friday night after an illness of three months, will be held tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. from the home with Rev. Mr. Lotspeich, officiating. Interment will take place in Fort Ashby Cemetery. Born in Three Churches, W.Va., he was a son of the late John and Laura (Lewis) Sneathen. He is survived by three sons, Ellis and Lawrence Sneathen, this city, and Alvie V. Sneathen, at home, and two daughters, Mrs. Ernest Dawson, Reese's Mill, W.Va., and Mrs. Paul Daugherty, Weirton, W.Va.
Published in the Cumberland Sunday Times, April 24, 1949
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 4, 2017

MT. SAVAGE — Mrs. Annie Snelson, 87, who lived here since 1908, died last night at the home of a son, Albert Snelson, 113 West Main Street, Frostburg. Born in Briarly Hill, England, February 14, 1877, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Rowbotham. Her husband, John Snelson, preceded her in death. Surviving are four sons, George Snelson, Ellerslie; Albert and Fred Snelson, both of Frostburg, and Charles Snelson, Grantsville; two sisters and a brother in England, 13 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was a member of St. George's Episcopal Church. The body is at the Durst Funeral Home in Frostburg. Friends will be received at the funeral home tomorrow and Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p. m.
The Cumberland Evening Times, August 14, 1964
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
(Posted June 5, 2010)

Mrs. Ethel M. Snelson, 40, wife of Albert Snelson, Corriganville, died yesterday in Memorial Hospital where she had been a patient two weeks. Born September 16, 1914, Mrs. Snelson was a daughter of the late Fred and Bessie (Brotemarkle) Robinette. She held membership in St. John's Reformed Church at Corriganville, the Sunshine Sisters Sunday School Class and the Ladies Aid Society of the church and the Maryland Homemakers Club. Surviving, besides her husband, are a son, Albert Snelson Jr., serving with the U. S. Army; six brothers, Roy Robinette, Chillicothe Ohio; Frank and Topp Robinette, city; Earl R. Robinette, Sharon Center, Pa.; Charles and John Robinette, Wellersburg, Pa., and a sister, Mrs. William Poorbaugh, Wellersburg. The body is at the home where friends will be received after 2 p. m. today. Services will be held Wednesday at 2 p. m. in St. John's Church with Rev. Frederick D. Oberkircher, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Zion Memorial Park.
The Cumberland Evening Times, October 4, 1954
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted May 31, 2010

FROSTBURG — Frederick S. Snelson, 56, of 26 Braddock Street, was dead on arrival yesterday at Miners Hospital. He had been in failing health two years. Born in Mt. Savage, he was a son of the late John and Annie (Rowbotham) Snelson. He was a 40-year employe in the extrusion department of Celanese Fibers Company and was a past president of the Braddock Park Playground Association. Surviving are his widow, Sarah (Eisel) Snelson; two dauaghters, Linda Faye and Debra Gail Snelson, at home; two sons, Gerald F. Snelson, Greenbelt, and Staff Sgt. R. Bruce Snelson, Fort Hood, Texas; three brothers, George Snelson, Ellerslie; Albert Snelson, here; Charles Snelson, Grantsville; and a number of nieces and nephews. The body is at the Durst Funeral Home, where friends will be received from 7 until 9 p.m. and tomorrow from 2 until 4 and 7 until 9 p.m.
The Cumberland News, September 26, 1968
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted September 25, 2010

Mt. Savage, Md., Dec. 4 - James Edward Snelson, 50, died at his home, Old Row, following an illness of four months. A native of Brierly Hill, Staffordshire, England, he came to Mount Savage 30 years ago. He had been employed by the Union Mining Company for 27 years. Mr. Snelson was a member of St. George's Episcopal Church. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Florie Snelson; a son, James E., Cumberland; and a daughter, Mrs. John Richards, Frostburg. Two brothers, Samuel Snelson of England, and Thomas Snelson, Mt. Savage; and four sisters, Mrs. Harry Turley, Mrs. William Rowley, Mt. Savage, Mrs. Thomas Simpson, Cresaptown, and Mrs. David Ambrose Swauger, Frostburg; and five grandchildren also survive.
The Cumberland Evening Times, December 4, 1940
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted September 25, 2010

SNELSON, Mrs. Mary Martha Lapp

GRANTSVILLE - Mary Martha Snelson, 86, of 12515 National Pike, Grantsville, died Friday, Aug. 12, 2005, at Goodwill Mennonite Home, Grantsville. Born Jan. 17, 1919, in Ellerslie, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Marian (Lowery) Lapp. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles F. Snelson, July 21, 1985. She attended Cherry Grove Church of the Brethren and had been employed by Hill Top Fruit Market. Surviving are four sons, Kenneth L. and Rick J. Snelson both of Meyersdale, Pa., William C. Snelson, Frostburg and Gary L. Snelson, Springs; one daughter, Karen D. Sines, Grantsville; one sister, Kathleen Pick, Hyndman; 10 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at Newman Funeral Homes, P.A., 179 Miller St., Grantsville, Saturday, Aug. 13, 2005 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Sunday, Aug.14, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be conducted in the funeral home on Monday, Aug. 15, 2005, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Tom Wegman officiating. Interment will be held in Grantsville Cemetery.
Cumberland Times-News; abt Friday, Aug. 12, 2005
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted April 5, 2013

FROSTBURG - Sarah N. Snelson, 87, long-time resident of Braddock Street, Frostburg and recently of Frostburg Heights, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 31, 2004, at St. Vincent de Paul Nursing Center. Born Oct. 20, 1916, in Frostburg, she was the daughter of the late William and Nellie (Brode) Eisel. She was preceded in death by her husband Frederick Samuel Snelson in 1968, by her grandson, Matthew Snelson, and by her brother William Stanley (Bizz) Eisel in 2001. A life-time member of First English Baptist Church in Frostburg, she served as Recording Secretary, choir member, Sunday school and vacation Bible school teacher, and in many volunteer capacities. A homemaker for much of her adult life, after the death of her husband she re-entered the work force, and worked for nineteen years in Central Services at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Cumberland. Mrs. Snelson is survived by her four children, Gerry Snelson and wife Jackie of Frostburg, Ronald Bruce Snelson and wife Beth of Warrenton, Va., Linda Tedrow of Glen Burnie, and Debbie Laudermilch and husband Alan of Barboursville, Va.; two sisters, June Price and Wilda Delaney of Frostburg; five grandchildren, Lisa Brown and husband Creg of Pasadena, Nathan Snelson and wife Caroline of Kensington, Megan Thompson and husband Todd of Lynchburg, Va., Corey Snelson of Charleston, S.C., and John Snelson of Alexandria, Va. She is also survived by two great-granddaughters, Lacey and Courtney of Pasadena, Maryland. A memorial service will be conducted at the First English Baptist Church, at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 6, 2004, with the Rev. David Sandvik officiating. An informal gathering of friends and family will be held at the church immediately following the memorial service. She will be missed greatly by her family, by her many friends, and by the congregation of the church she loved. The family requests that any memorial, contributions be made in her name to the First English Baptist Church, 136 East Main St., Frostburg, MD
June 7, 2004, Cumberland Times-News
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)

The funeral of Mr. William H. Snider, aged 75, who died Tuesday night at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. James Pierce, in McCoole, took place Thursday afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. A. O. Price of the Presbyterian church, and interment was made in Philos cemetery, Westernport, Md. Mr. Snider was a veteran of the Civil War, and a member of several fraternal orders. He is survived by the following children: Mrs. J. T. Pierce, of McCoole; James I. Snider, of Keyser; Mrs. James Hershberger, of Blaine; Mrs. John Jones, of Elk Garden; Misses Cora and Ella Snider, of Baltimore.
Keyser Tribune, October 10 1913
(Courtesy of Patti McDonald)
Posted September 23, 2010

Dr. and Mrs. S. B. Johnson left Tuesday morning for Shady Grove, Pa., to attend the funeral of Mrs. Johnson's brother, Edward Snively.
Keyser Tribune, October 4, 1912
(Courtesy of Patti McDonald)
Posted August 1, 2010

MOUNT PLEASANT, Oct. 19.— Mrs. Elizabeth Snively of near Kecksburg died Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at the home of a son, Charles, at Barnesville, R. D. 2, Ohio. She leaves six children: Mrs. Olive Matheny of Acme, R. D. 2, Chauncey Snively of Flushing, Ohio, Mrs. Maggie Slonecker of Donegal, Hiram of Somerset, R. D. 6, Mrs. Mary Palmer of Stahlstown and Charles of Barnesville. David Hill of Pittsburg is a brother. The funeral service will be hdd tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock at the late home near Kecksburg with Rev. Hobart Brant of Donegal officiating. Burial will be made in Byerley's Cemetery here.
The Daily Courier, Connellsville, October 19, 1936
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)

SNIVELY, Mrs. Lydia

A Famous Old Lady at Rest.
Mrs. Lydia Snively, one of the oldest ladies in the State of Maryland, died at the residence of her daughter, in Clearspring, Washington county, last week, after a brief but very painful illness. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon from St. Paul's church in Clearspring. The interment was made in the Clearspring cemetery. The deceased was in the 93d year of her age and leaves six children and a number of grand and great grandchildren to mourn their loss. She was an aunt of Co. Horace Resley, of this city. She was also the possessor of one of the best farms in Western Maryland. Until a short time before her death she resided there. The farm is situated about three miles northeast of Clearspring and the same distance from the county pike.
Source: The Evening Times; Cumberland, Maryland; January 16, 1894; page 1.
(Courtesy of Wendy Mammoliti)
Posted June 14, 2013

Keyser, W. Va., Dec. 31. - The funeral service of Mrs. Mary Sniveley, 82, who died Thursday afternoon after a short illness of influenza was held at 6 o'clock this morning at the Church of the Assumption with requiem mass sung by Rev. P. J. Morahan. The body was taken to Grafton where interment was made in Mount Calvary Cemetery with services at the grave conducted by Rev. M. J. Hannon. Mrs. Sniveley was Miss Mary Ann Gorman and was born and reared in Cumberland. After her marriage she lived in Grafton until three years ago when she moved to Keyser.
Sunday, January 1, 1933; Cumberland (MD) Sunday Times
~Genie
Posted October 27, 2018

Mildred Snively, 78, of Olney, MD died there November 10th, 1997. She was born at Morgantown, WV, May 19, 1919, a daughter of the late James F. and Mella (Brooks) Hamilton, later of Red House. Her husband, Frank Snively, preceded her in death. She is survived by two sons, William F. and Joseph F.; three daughters, Barbara Martinson, Linda Pergh and Alice Wilkes; 16 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at University Park Church of the Brethren at Hyattsville and interment was in Cordova, MD. Mrs. Snively's brothers, Wayne B. Hamilton and Harold "Buddy" Hamilton both preceded her in death, the latter by just three weeks.
The Preston County News; Kingwood, Preston Co, WV; Aurora News, p. 5, March 21, 1998
(Courtesy of Mary Teets)
Posted November 21, 2010

CATSKILL NY - The body of a young girl found in a creek yesterday has been positively identified as that of Miss Dorcas Ijams Snodgrass, the society girl of Mt Vernon, NY and Martinsburg, W Va, who disappeared ten days ago. Although no marks of violence are on the body, the absence of water in the lungs shows that the girl had been murdered. Catskill, NY, July 29
Keyser Tribune, August 2, 1912
(Courtesy of Patti McDonald)
Posted July 19, 2010

SNOOKS, George R.

George R. Snooks, 55, of Beaufort, N.C. died March 24 in Carteret General Hospital, Morehead City, N.C. He was a son of the late William Garrison and Anna (Rhue) Snooks. Surviving are his widow Ermalea (Rankin) Snooks, a native of Frostburg, four sisters, Mrs. Hazel S. Cannon, Broad, N.C.; Mrs. Willie Gray Willis, Cedar Point, N.C.; Mrs. Vida Pittman, Beafort[sic], and a brother, Frederick Snooks, of Montana. Interment was in Beaufort, N.C.
Cumberland Evening Times; 4 April 1973
(Courtesy of Dave Gracie/transcribed by Genie)
Posted November 17, 2012

SNOWDEN, Frederick William

Frederick William Snowden of Buffalo Mills, Rt. 1, (Gravel Pit) died in the Bedford County Home October 30, 1957. He was born August 23, 1903, in Wilkinsburg, a son of John M. and Mary (Wolford) Snowden. His mother survives. He was a member of Gravel Pit EUB Church. Funeral services Saturday, 2 p.m., at the residence in Gravel Pit, the Rev. Charles Raley officiating, with interment in Lybarger Cemetery. Friends will be received at the residence in Gravel Pit. Arrangements by Zeigler Funeral Home Hyndman.
The Bedford Gazette, November 1, 1957
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 21, 2015

SNOWDEN, John Mark

John Mark Snowden, 66, died Friday afternoon at his home in Gravel Pit. A son of William and Cornelia (Gibbony) Snowden, he was born in Bedford County, and had been employed in Wilkinsburg until four years ago. In addition to his widow, Mrs. Mary Elizabeth (Wolford) Snowden, he leaves a son, Frederick William at home, and a sister, Mrs. Annie Emerick, Ellerslie, Md., and two brothers, Simon Snowden, Cumberland, and George Snowden, Ellerslie. He was a member of the Evangelical Church at Gravel Pit and of the Carpenters' Union in Wilkinsburg. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon by Rev. J. W. Lloyd. Interment was made in the Madley cemetery under the direction of the Zeigler Funeral Home.
The Bedford Gazette, October 8, 1943
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 21, 2015

SNOWDEN, Mrs. Mary E. Wolford

Mrs. Mary E. Snowden, 75, widow of John M. Snowden, died last night at her home on RD 1. Born in Fossilville, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wolford. Mrs. Snowden was a member of the Gravel Pit Evangelical United Brethren Church. A son, Fred Snowden, died last year. There are no immediate survivors. The body is at the Zeigler Funeral Home, Hyndman, and services will be conducted there Wednesday at 2 p.m. Rev. Charles Raley will officiate and interment will be in the Lybarger Cemetery.
The Cumberland Evening Times, January 20, 1958
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 21, 2015

SNYDER, Aaron L., Sr.

Aaron L. Snyder, 75, of Eckhart, died at 12:20 p. m., today at Memorial Hospital, where he had been a patient since June 28.
The Cumberland Evening Times, July 11, 1941
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted September 8, 2012

Frostburg, July 12, Aaron L. Snyder, 75, Eckhart, retired coal miner died yesterday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Cumberland, where he had been a patient since June 26. Mr. Snyder had been in failing health for thirteen years. Surviving are his widow, the former Miss Laura Porter, and two daughters, Mrs. Henry Stark, Eckhart, and Mrs. Philip Thomas, this city, and two sons, Harry Snyder, Frostburg, and Aaron L. Snyder, Jr., Eckhart. He had nine grandchildren and three great grand-children. He was a member of Eckhart Methodist Church.
Obituary from Cumberland-Times July 12, 1941
(Courtesy of Phyllis Rosley)
Posted June 23, 2010

ECKHART-Aaron L. Snyder, Jr., 68, died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, Cumberland, where he had been admitted February 6. He had been in failing health for four years. Born here he was a son of the late Aaron L. and Laura (Porter) Snyder. He was a machine shop worker at Allegany Ballistics Laboratory, having retired in 1967. He was a member of Eckhart United Methodist Church, Mountain Lodge 99 AF & AM, Senior Citizens, and Clarysville Fire Company where he served as chaplain for 18 years. Surviving are his widow, Ruth (Himmelwright) Snyder; a son, Robert Snyder, Hagerstown; two sisters, Mrs. Henry Stark of here, and Mrs. Etta Thomas, Frostburg; and two grandchildren. The body is at the Durst Funeral Home where friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Members of Clarysville Fire Company will hold a memorial service today at thefuneral home at 7:30 p.m. Services will be conducted tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home by Rev. Donald Russell. Burial will be in Eckhart Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Franklin Cook, Frank Buskirk, Jr., Donald E. Pryor, Francis Fatkin, Ronald Nicol and Harold Carter.
The Cumberland News, March 12, 1971
(Courtesy of Phyllis Rosley)
Posted June 23, 2010

Horse Shoe Run, W. VA. - Mrs. Amanda (Arnold) Snyder, 79, died yesterday at the home of her son, A. I. Snyder, following a lengthy illness. A native of Horse Shoe Run, she was a daughter of the late Washington and Katherine (Wolfe) Arnold. Her husband, Peter Snyder, died several years ago. She was a member of the German Baptist Church. Surviving, besides the son with whom she resided, are three other sons, Oras Snyder, Aurora; JMark Snyder, Kingwood, and Rex Snyder, Sand Flat, Mr.; six daughters, Mrs. Rachel Clem, Stephens City, Va.; Mrs. Dora Wotring, Aurora; Mrs. Florence Miller, Vanderbilt, Pa.; Mrs. Minnie Leatherman, Short Creek; Mrs. Vena Ross, Youngstown, Ohio and Mrs. Colleen Schmidt, Columbus, Ga. Two brothers, Marcellus Arnold, Gormania, and Isaac Arnold, Oakland, Md.; two sisters, Miss Ammilla Arnold, Bayard, and Mrs. Verlinda Lipscomb, Gormania; 45 grandchildren and 49 great grandchildren. The body is at the residence of A. I. Snyder and will be taken tomorrow to the Church of the Brethren, Eglon, were a service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Rev. Daniel Spaid, pastor, will officiate and interment will be in the Wolfe Cemetery, Red House, Md.
Wednesday, 5 March 1952; Cumberland (MD) Evening Times
~Genie
Posted October 12, 2019

Name: Bertha Ellen Snyder, 96, of Frostburg, MD
Parents: John Olen[sic] and Grace B. (Stevey) Winebrenner
DOB: September 21, 1909, in Mt. Savage, MD
DOD: Tuesday, August 2, 2005, at her home
Spouse: Carl Edward Snyder
Predeceased by: parents; husband; sisters, Pearl Winebrenner and Savanna Winebrenner; brother, Albert Winebrenner
Survived by: sons, Carl Joseph Snyder, at home; Francis L. Snyder and wife Donna, Cumberland; daughters, Rose Mary Snyder, at home; Virginia Reda Colgan, Philadelphia, PA
Burial: August 5, 2005, St. Michael's Cemetery, Frostburg, MD
Source: Sowers Funeral Home, Frostburg, MD
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted May 20, 2014

GRANT COUNTY - Word was received here Wednesday that Mrs. Snyder, wife of Buckhannon Snyder, of Old Fields, had died that morning. The deceased was a daughter of the late Archibald Rexroad, of this county and was loved and respected by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband and six children, and several brothers and sisters.
Mineral Daily News, April 11, 1913
(Courtesy of Patti McDonald)
Posted September 4, 2010

FROSTBURG — Carl E. Snyder, 48, of Depot Terrace, died last night in Memorial Hospital, Cumberland, following an extended illness. He was a son of Mrs. Rose (Lancaster) Snyder and the late Peter Snyder. Mr. Snyder was employed at the Kelly-Springfield Tire Company plant in Cumberland. Surviving, besides his mother, are his widow, Mrs. Bertha (Winebrenner) Snyder; two sons, Carl J. Snyder, Frostburg, and Francis L. Snyder, at home; two daughters, Miss Rosemary Snyder, Philadelphia, and Miss Virginia Snyder, at home; four brothers, Irvin Snyder, Eckhart; William L. Snyder, Frostburg; Cobey Snyder, Roanoke, Va., and Francis Snyder, Lonaconing; a sister, Mrs. Charles Rebele, New York, and three grandchildren. The body will be at the Hafer Funeral Home after 7 p.m. today.
The Cumberland Evening Times, November 25, 1957
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted May 19, 2012

Carl Joseph Snyder, 85, of Frostburg, passed away Monday, Aug. 27, 2018, at the Western Maryland Regional Medical Center. Born April 16, 1933, in Borden Mines, Mr. Snyder was the son of the late Carl Edward Snyder and Bertha Ellen (Winebrenner) Snyder. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Margaret Snyder; and a daughter, Deborah Ann Robinson. Carl attended Beall High School and was a former member of the Maryland National Guard. He retired from the Kelly Springfield Tire Company and then worked as a Deputy Sheriff for 15 years with the Allegany County Sheriff's Office. Carl was a member of Divine Mercy Parish, Saint Michael's Catholic Church, Frostburg, MD. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved woodworking, building things with his hands. He was a very devoted grandfather. Carl is survived by his daughters, Danette Close, Fort Ashby, W.Va., and Holly Evans and husband, Leo, Frostburg; and his sons, Kerry Snyder and Virginia Marie, Cresaptown, Kevin Snyder and wife, Robin, Carlisle, Pa., Daniel Snyder and wife, Kelly, Cumberland, and Dale Snyder, Columbia, Ky.; He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Rose Mary Snyder, Frostburg, Francis Snyder and wife, Donna Lou, Cumberland, and Virginia Colgan, Holmes, Pa.; as well as 11 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial mass will be held at Divine Mercy Parish, Saint Michael's Catholic Church, 44 East Main Street, Frostburg, MD 21532 on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018, at 10 a.m. Friends will be received at the church one hour prior to the service. The family requests memorial contributions be made in Carl's name to the charity of choice. The family would like to give a special thank you to Rose Mary Snyder for the devoted and loving care she gave to Carl. The Adams Family Funeral Home, P.A., 404 Decatur Street, Cumberland, MD, (www.AdamsFamilyFuneralHome.com) is handling the arrangements.
Published in Cumberland Times-News on August 28, 2018
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted September 2, 2018

SNYDER, Mrs. Catherine Roxanne Peer

Catherine “Cat” Roxanne Snyder, 85, of Old Furnace Road, Ridgeley, died Monday, Aug. 5, 2002, at the Dawnview Center. Born Dec. 15, 1916, in Hampshire County, she was the daughter of the late Harper O’dell and Eva Esther (White) Peer. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Leo Snyder, one son, George Snyder; one sister, Madeline Snyder, five brothers, Blake, Blair, Gilmore, Curtis, and Virlis Peer, and one grandson, Donald L. Snyder Jr. Mrs. Snyder had been a sales representative for Fuller Brush. Survivors include one daughter, Helena Shanholtz, Green Spring; three sons, Jerry Snyder, Short Gap, Donald Snyder, Fort Ashby, and William Snyder, Ridgeley; two brothers, Robert Peer, Ridgeley, and Oscar Peer, Springfield; three sisters, Josephine Branson, Wiley Ford, Norma Jean Cunningham, College Park, Md., and Evaline Chaney, Patterson Creek; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the Upchurch Funeral Home, Fort Ashby, on Thursday. The funeral service will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, Aug. 9, 2002, at 1 p.m. with the Rev. William Hart officiating. Interment will be in Fort Ashby Cemetery. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Published in the Cumberland Times-News, Thursday, August 8, 2002
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 4, 2017

SNYDER, Charles Leo

RIDGELEY, W.Va. - Charles Leo Snyder, 80, Route 2, Old Furnace Road, died Saturday, April 8, 1989, at his residence. Services will be conducted today at 1 p.m. in the Scarpelli Funeral Home, Virginia Avenue, by the Rev. Ron W. Belschner. Interment will be in Fort Ashby Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Oscar Carder, Calvin Carder, G. Keith Bradshaw, Leo Day Sr., and Leo Day, Jr.
Published in the Cumberland Times-News, Tuesday, April 11, 1989
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 4, 2017

SNYDER, Darwin L.

Darwin L. Snyder, 61, Horse Shoe Run, W.Va., passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2012, at the Cleveland Clinic Medical Center. Born Nov. 1, 1950, at Horse Shoe Run, he was a son of Viola Frances Harsh Snyder of Thomas, W.Va., and the late Lawrence Richard Snyder. He was also preceded in death by one son, Christopher Darwin Snyder; one nephew, Travis Snyder; one brother-in-law, Robert VanMeter; and one sister-in-law, Joan Crawford. Darwin was a graduate of Aurora (W.Va.) High School's class of 1968. He was a master electrician with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 596, where he served as business manager for 18 years. He also served on the National JATC Committee and was secretary/treasurer of the WV Electrical Association. Darwin also served as a trustee and for the past 12 years as president of the North Central WV Building and Construction Trades Council AFL-CIO. He was a vice president for the WV State Building Trades Council and also served on the WV Hospital Finance Committee. Darwin was a member of the Thomas Fairfax Masonic Lodge # 174, where he served as master for several years. He was a member of the 32nd Scottish Rite of Wheeling, W.Va., along with being a member of the Eastern Star. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 43 years, Judy Crawford Snyder, Horse Shoe Run; one daughter, Natalie Snyder Stone and husband Jonathan, Morgantown, W.Va.; his very special granddaughter, "Grandpa's Girl," Caitlyn Rae Stone; one sister, Esther Snyder, Parkersburg, W.Va.; two brothers, Roger and wife Sue Ann Snyder, Fredericksburg, Va., and Milton Snyder, Frederick; brothers-in-law Allen and wife Jiying Li Crawford, Herndon, Va., and Mark and wife Susan Crawford, Albany, Ga.; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends were received at the Aurora Memorial Building, Aurora, where a service was conducted on Wednesday, Oct. 17, with Rev. Rogers Fike and Wick Myers officiating. Interment followed in Accident Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.hinklefuneralhome.com. Hinkle Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Republican Newspaper; Oakland, Garrett Co, MD; Oct 18, 2012
(Courtesy of Mary Myers Teets)
Posted October 27, 2012

David S. Snyder, 61, former Western Maryland Railway trackman died this morning at his home in Little Orleans. He retired 27 years ago due to failing health. Born at Mill Stone Point, Mr., Mr. Snyder was a son of the late Joseph B. and Katherine (Cardy) Snyder. He held membership in the Methodist Church. Suviving are his widow, Mrs. Harriet (Twigg) Snyder; 11 children, Joseph A. Snyder, Spring Gap; Mrs. Ernest Kesner and John M. aand David L. Snyder, this city; Mrs. Robert Hendershot, Fossilville, Pa.; Eugene P. and Charles L. Snyder, Green Ridge; Mrs. Thomas Merica, Little Orleans, and Stanley e., Effie G. and James J. Snyder, at home. He also leaves a brother, John W. Snyder, address unknown; one sister, Mrs. Ida B. Keefer, Green Ridge; 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Monday, February 23, 1948; Cumberland Evening Times
~Genie
Posted November 17, 2018

Davis - A service for Deborah Snyder, 11, of Hambleton, who died Saturday of polio in University Hospital, Morgantown, will be conducted tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. at Hambleton Methodist Church. Rev. A. L. Harman and Rev. Bill M. Angel will officiate and interment will be in Davis Cemetery. The body is at the residence and will be taken to the church at 10 a.m.
Tuesday, July 30, 1963; The Cumberland (MD) News
~Genie
Posted September 6, 2019

Duncan N. Snyder, 93, Salem, Ohio, formerly of Aurora, W.Va., died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003, at Salem Community Hospital, Salem. Born Feb. 11, 1910, in West Virginia, he was the son of the late Amos and Sarah S. (Henline) Snyder. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Osian (Smith) Snyder; and one son, Larry Snyder. He was employed by the West Virginia Department of Highways for 44 years as a maintenance worker. He is survived by one daughter, Rosalie Kinser, Salem; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Friends were received at the temporary home of the Stewart Funeral Home, Oakland. A service was held at the funeral home Wednesday, Nov. 12, with the Rev. Mike Lantz officiating. Interment was in the Stemple Ridge Cemetery.
Unidentified Newspaper, about Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003
(Courtesy of Mary Teets)
Posted November 21, 2010

Earl Snyder, 85, of Masontown, formerly of Rowlesburg, died Wednesday Dec. 24, 2003, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Jan. 11, 1918, in Erwin, a son of the late Oris and Opal (White) Snyder. He was a member of the Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in Kingwood. He served in the U.S. fumy during World War II. His work history includes: Lime stone Quarry in Aurora; built Army Warehouses in York, Pa.; B&O Railroad in Grafton; J W Ruby Quarry in Manheim, and City Employee for Rowlesburg. His hobbies were trains, wood working, fishing, flowers and listening to country music. He is survived by children and spouses, Vera and WaIter Mayne, of Masontown, Robert and Karen Snyder, of Cleveland, Ohio, Cyrus Snyder, of Charles Town, Raymond and Sandra Snyder, of Rowlesburg, Rezon Snyder, of Ranson, and Vema and Jim Hunter, of Morgantown; grandchildren and spouses, Kim and Stan Greaser, of Kingwood, Leanna Mayne, of Portland, Maine. Eric and Lydia Mayne, of Kingwood, Penny Snyder, of Bucyrus, Ohio, Kristi, Karri, and James Hunter, of Morgantown, and Anthony Mayne, of Rowlesburg; great grandchildren, Timothy Field and Tyler Mayne, of Kingwood, Briana and Alexis Woody, of Morgantown; brothers Frank Snyder, of Aurora, and Delmar Snyder, of' Mountain Lake Park, Md.; special friends, the Hospice staff, especially Carrie, Mary, and Kenny. He was preceded in death by his wife, Iris Snyder; grandchild, Shawn Snyder; sisters, Catherine Snyder, Freda Bolyard and twin sister, Pearl Martin; brother, Clarence Snyder. Friends may call Friday Dec. 26, 2003, at the Browning Funeral Home in Kingwood from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec: 27, 2003, in the Kingdom Hall of the Kingwood Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Unidentified Newspaper, about Wednesday Dec. 24, 2003
(Courtesy of Mary Teets)
Posted November 21, 2010

GRANTSVILLE - Elmer Snyder, 55, of Jennings, died January 17 in Memorial Hospital, Cumberland. He was a native of Garrett County, born January 29, 1900, a son of the late August and Mary E. (Bittinger) Snyder. He is survived by two daughters, whereabouts not known, and the following brothers and sisters: Irvin and Ellis Snyder at Jennings; Sherman Snyder, Akron; Mrs. Eva Wiley and Mrs. Cynthia Snyder, Accident; Mrs. Charlotte Platter, Meyersdale; Mrs. Carrie Bitzel, Akron; Mrs. Ethel Ohler, Meyersdale; and Mrs. Zelda Conn, McKeesport. He was a member of the Jennings Methodist Church. The body is at the Newman Funeral Home here. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:30 p. m. with Rev. H. Edgar Suite, pastor of his church, officiating. Interment will be on the Snyder farm, near Jennings.
The Cumberland Evening Times, January 20, 1956
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted September 25, 2010

Eckhart - Ervin C. Snyder, 68, died yesterday at Miners Hospital, Frostburg. He had been in ill health since last February. A native of Eckhart, he was a son of the late Peter W. and Rosamay (Lancaster) Snyder. He was a retired custodian at Beall High School. Besides his widow, Mrs. Julia (Dayton) Snyder, he is survived by a son, Raymond W. Snyder, Baltimore; three daughters, Mrs. Nellie Unger, Mrs. Gladys Hager and Mrs Vivian Sagel, all of Eckhart; a sister, Mrs. Mildred Rebele, New York; three brothers, Leslie Snyder, Frostburg; Cobey Snyder, Roanoke, VA., and Francis Snyder, Lonaconing; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The body is at the Hafer-Sowers Funeral Home, Frostburg, where friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A service will be conducted there tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. Richard W. Simpson, pastor of Eckhart Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Eckhart Cemetery.
Wednesday, 20 Sep 1967; Cumberland (MD) News
~Genie
Posted September 5, 2020

MEYERSDALE — Mrs. Fannie M. Snyder, 68, died Wednesday in University Nursing Home, Wheaton, Md. Born in Meyersdale, she was the daughter of the late Wilson and Ida (Hostetler) Miller. She was preceded in death by her husband William R. Snyder. She was a member of the Meyersdale Church of the Brethren, Rebecca Lodge and War Mothers. Surviving are three sons, Emerson Snyder, Phoenix, Ariz.; Paul Snyder, Kensington, Md., and Cmdr. William J. Snyder, San Jose, Calif.; a brother, Earl Miller, Meyersdale; five sisters, Mrs. Leah Barmoy, Mrs. Laura Linderman, and Mrs. Eva Shockey, all of Meyersdale; Mrs. Mary Osgood, Portland, Ore., and Mrs. Maggie Shockey, Sherrard, W. Va., and five grandchildren. The body is at the Price Funeral Home where friends will be received today from 7 to 9 p.m. and tomorrow from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Church of the Brethren by Rev. Donald Hursh. Interment will be in Union Cemetery. The body will be taken to the church at 1 p. m.
The Cumberland News, July 26, 1968
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 8, 2009

HYNDMAN, PA. - Francis Joseph Snyder, 88 years old, of RD 1, Buffalo Mills, died Wednesday in Memorial Hospital. He was a son of the late Arthur A. and Suzanna (Wakefoose) Snyder and was the husband of the late Daisy B. (Beal) Snyder. Surviving are four sons, Clyde H., Walter E. and Charles Snyder, all of Hyndman, and Edward Snyder, Cumberland, and two daughters. Mrs. Cora Bower, RD 1, Buffalo Mills, and Mrs. Mildred Wilhelm, Hyndman. The body is at the Zeigler Funeral Home where friends will be received from 2 to 4 p. m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be conducted there tomorrow at 2 p.m. by Rev. John Weaver and burial will be in Hyndman Cemetery.
The Cumberland News, March 11, 1966
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted September 25, 2010

Gladys Esther Snyder, 82, of Horse Shoe Run, died Friday, November 14, 1997 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. She was born June 23, 1915 in Aurora, a daughter of the late Andrew Stephen and Daisy Cora Sell Harsh. She was a faithful member of the Maple Grove Assembly of God Church. She is survived by a sister, Lura Calcarnp of Horse Shoe Run; two daughters and spouse, Wilma and Robert Shaffer, Norma Beckman of Oakland, MD; eight grandchildren, Clifton Snyder, Paul Snyder, Brenda Bernard, Anette San Julian, all of Oakland area, Brad Shaffer of Eglon, Larry Shaffer of Aurora, Brian Beckman of Dover, Delaware, and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delton F. Snyder in 1985 and one son Everett in 1968; four brothers and one sister. Service was held Sunday, November 16 at Maple Grove Assembly of God Church, with the Rev. Brad Shaffer officiating. Interment followed in the Accident Cemetery. Hinkle Funeral Home handled arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care Corp., P.O. Box 229 Kingwood, WV 26537.
Preston County Journal; Kingwood, WV; Nov 19, 1997.
(Courtesy of Mary Teets)
Posted November 21, 2010

James Cobey Snyder, 73, of Roanoke, VA., and formerly of Cumberland, died yesterday in Roanoke Hospital. Mr. Snhder was a retired employe of the Textile Workers of America. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Ethel (Duckworth) Snyder; three daughters, Mrs. John L. Dogan, Roanoke; Mrs. Phyllis Brode, Frederick and Mrs. Shirley Tucker, Gordonsville, Va.; a son James O. Snyder, Terre Haute, Ind.; a sister, Mrs. Mildred Rebele, Terre Haute; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday in Oakley's North Chapel Funeral Home, Roanoke. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Roanoke.
Wednesday 22 December 1976; Cumberland (MD) News
~Genie
Posted September 5, 2020

SNYDER, Mrs. Joanna Thomas nee Mooney

Mrs. Joanna Snyder, 76, of 509 Maryland Avenue, died yesterday at Maryland General Hospital in Baltimore. Born here in 1898, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Joanna (Dignet{sic}) Mooney. Her husband, Albert Snyder, preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, John Wallace, city; a brother, Michael Mooney, city, and four grandchildren. The body will be returned to the Scarpelli Funeral Home.
Cumberland News; Cumberland, Allegany Co, Md., Saturday, September 8, 1974 - pg 8, col 2
(Courtesy of Pat Dailey)
Posted June 22, 2011

SNYDER, John L.

Funeral services for John L. Snyder, 73 years old, retired telegraph operator, who died at his home, 322 Paca street, last night after a brief illness, will be held at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church, where a requiem mass will be celebrated. Pallbearers will be former associates of Mr. Snyder of the Western Union Telegraph Company, with which organization he had been connected for more than 52 years when he was retired. He started as a messenger with the telegraph company, learned telegraphy and for 40 years was manager of the company in Cumberland. Beside his wife, Mrs. Nora Snyder, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Charles G. Smith, and a sister, Mrs. James Foreman, both of Cumberland. John W. Snyder, proprietor of the Pennsylvania Hotel, is a nephew. Burial will be in SS Peter and Paul Cemetery.
Cumberland (MD) Evening Times; Friday, September 17, 1926
~Genie
Posted December 16, 2017

The body of Joseph Snyder, who died Sunday at Cincinnati, O., arrived here and was sent to the home of Benjamin Burkett, Corriganville, today, whence the funeral will take place Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Mr. Snyder is survived by his widow who was Miss Grace Burkett, Corriganville, and by one sister, and a half-brother in Cincinnati.
The Cumberland Evening Times, December 24, 1924
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted May 30, 2010

SNYDER, Joseph Albert

Joseph Albert Snyder, 55, of 400 Maryland Avenue, died yesterday at Sacred Heart Hospital. He had been in failing health for six years. Born at Green Ridge Station, he was a son of the late David and Harriet (Twigg) Snyder, He was a former trackman for the B & O had resided here eight years. Surviving are his widow, Joanne (Mooney) Snyder; six brothers, Eugene. Snyder, Paw Paw; John Snyder, Baltimore; David Snyder, Bowman's Addition; Leonard Snyder, Potomac Park; Stanley Snyder, Little Orleans, and James Snyder, city; four sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Kesler, Mrs. Gladys Merica, city; Mrs, Lillian Hendershot, Hagerstown, and Mrs. Floyd Hebb, Potomac Park. The body is at the Scarpelli Funeral, Home.
Cumberland Evening Times; Cumberland, Allegany Co, Md., Saturday, February 15, 1964 - pg 1/2, col 2
(Courtesy of Pat Dailey)
Posted April 29. 2017

SNYDER, Mrs. Lulu Porter

ECKHART - Mrs. Lula Snyder, 82, of here, died yesterday in Sacred Heart Hospital, Cumberland. A native of here, she was a daughter of the late Maurice M. and Mary A. (Rephann) Porter. Her husband, Stanley Snyder, preceded her in death. Mrs. Snyder was a member of the Eckhart United Methodist Church, the WSCS, and the Eckhart Homemakers. She had been a Sunday School teacher for 50 years. Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Emma Bloomer, Baltimore; Mrs. Virgie Stark and Mrs. Pearl Craze, both of Frostburg; three brothers, Marshall Porter, Russell Porter and Nathan Porter, all of Eckhart; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the Durst Funeral Home, Frostburg, today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be conducted in the funeral home tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Robert Kitchen will officiate and interment will be in Frostburg Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be James Porter, Robert Porter, Ronald Hansel, John Kreitzburg, William Pifalo and Irvin Sperry.
The Cumberland Sunday Times, December 23, 1973
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted May 2, 2012

SNYDER, Mrs. Margaret Baker

MT. SAVAGE — Margaret Snyder, 67, of New Row, died yesterday in Memorial Hospital, Cumberland, where she was admitted April 26. Her husband, Frank Snyder, died on September 1, 1959. A native of Meyersdale, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Georgianna (Beal) Baker. Mrs. Snyder was a member of Mt. Savage Methodist Church. Surviving are six daughters, Mrs. Rudolph Lashley, Mrs. Robert Faidley, Mrs. Lee Wise, Mrs. Owen Stowell, Mrs. Benjamin R. Lashley, all of Mt. Savage, and Mrs. David Himes, Morrisville, Pa.; five sons, Francis Snyder, Mt. Savage; James Snyder, Cleveland; Vernon Snyder, Cumberland, and John and Victor Snyder, Tuscon, Ariz.; 35 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. The body is at the residence where the family will receive friends after 4 p. m.
Cumberland Evening Times, May 8, 1963
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted February 2, 2013

Martin Snyder Rites
A requiem mass was held this morning in St. Patrick's Catholic church for Martin Snyder, 50, veteran of World War I, who died Sunday morning at the home of J P Schellhaus, 9 North Chase street. The Rev. Francis J. McKeown assistant at St. Patrick's church was celebrant, and burial was made in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Leo Miller, C. Eugene Helman, Lewis M. Wilson, James E. Yarnall, J. Howard Brinkman, and George H. Hetzel all member of Cumberland Lodge No 63 BPOE Elks. Members of the Cumberland Post No 13 American Legion who formed a Color Guard were Truman C Fuller, Earl Brode, Vernon J Winner and Harry Barley. Joseph M Fradiska sounded taps.
Cumberland Evening Times; Cumberland, Allegany Co, Md., Sunday, October 3, 1944 - pg 11, col 6
(Courtesy of Pat Dailey)
Posted August 25, 2010

Mrs. Mary Jane Synder[sic], 73, wife of Charles Andrew Snyder, Route 1, Ridgeley, died last night at her home. A native of Mineral county, W. Va., Mrs. Snyder was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Adam Herrick. She belonged to St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Ridgeley. Surviving, besides her husband, are four sons, John H., Charles L. and Francis L. Snyder, all of Ridgeley, and Aloysius A. Snyder, Wiley Ford, W. Va.; two brothers, William and Adam Herrick, Ridgeley; two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Dowlin, LaVale, and Mrs. Ella Baldwin, Cumberland, and 18 grandchildren. A daughter, Annie Helena Snyder, died September 18, 1946. A requiem mass will be celebrated Thursday at 9 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church by Rev. Robert Kilgannon, pastor. Burial will take place in St. Ambrose Cemetery, Cresaptown.
Monday, 05 June 1950; The Cumberland Evening Times
(Courtesy of Ruth Sprowls)
Posted March 5, 2011

MOUNT SAVAGE — May Virginia Snyder, 100, of 13009 Ervin St., died Sunday, Aug. 5, 2001, at Frostburg Village Adult Day Care Center. Born Oct. 26, 1900, in Cumberland, she was the daughter of the late John and Frances (Harden) Willison. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Irvin Snyder; one son, Vernon Snyder; and one daughter, Evelyn Pratt. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Ms. Snyder was a former employee of the Klotz Throwing Company Silk Mill in South Cumberland until its closing. She was a member of the Central Assembly of God Church, Bedford Road. Surviving are two sons, Donald “Joe” Snyder and wife Alice, Finzel, Eugene Snyder at home; one daughter, Pearl Watkins and husband Stephen, Mount Savage; one son-in-law, William Pratt, Mount Savage; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the Durst Funeral Home, PA., 57 Frost Ave., Frostburg, on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Hymes officiating. Interment will be in the Methodist Cemetery, Mount Savage. Pallbearers will be Greg Snyder, Douglas Snyder, George Watkins, Harold Watkins, Billy Pratt, and John Pratt.
Cumberland Times-News, Monday, August 6, 2001
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted August 20, 2021

SNYDER, Mrs. Mildred Virgie Hershberger

CUMBERLAND - Mildred Virgie Hershberger Snyder, 87, of Moran Manor Nursing Home, formerly of Winchester Road, died Thursday, Feb. 11, 1993 at Sacred Heart Hospital. Born March 3, 1905 in Cresaptown, she was the daughter of the late Sanford B. and Slena (sic: Lena) (Grant) Robinette. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Gordon M. Hershberger in 1977 and her second husband Christopher M. Snyder in 1988. She was also preceded in death by a step-grandson, Chris Babcock. Mrs. Snyder was a former member of the Cresaptown United Methodist Church and currently was a member of the Calvary Independent Baptist Church. She was a housewife and a member of the Women's Christian Society. Survivors are one son, James B. Hershberger, Winchester Road; three step-daughters, Hilda Frankenberry, Cumberland; Wilma Snyder, and Ruth Ann Babcock, both of Cresaptown; one sister, Ada Cecil, Cresaptown; two grandchildren, David Hershberger and Linda Tichnell; four great-grandchildren and six step-great- grandchildren. Friends will be received at the Hafer Chapel of the Hills Mortuary, La Vale, Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be conducted in the funeral home Saturday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Ken Korns officiating. Interment will be in Bethel Methodist Cemetery, Bedford Valley, Pa.
The Cumberland Times-News, February 12, 1993
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted October 6, 2012

Peter Snyder, age about 70, dropped dead at his home in Eckhart, at 8:30 o'clock last evening, while seated in a chair talking with members of his family. Mr. Snyder worked yesterday on a new residence for one of his relatives and appeared in his usual health. He is survived by his widow, the former Miss Rose May Lancaster, a daughter, Mrs. William Gray and five sons, Irvin, Cobey, Leslie, Francis and Carl, all of this county.
Tuesday, 22 July 1941; Cumberland (MD) News
~Genie
Posted September 5, 2020

Snyder, Peter W., aged 67, Eckhart, died Monday, July 21st. Funeral services Thursday, 2:30 p.m. from the home. Rev. J. J. Simms, pastor Eckhart Methodist Church will officiate assisted by J. Wesley Webb, former pastor. Interment in Eckhart Cemetery. Arrangements by Durst Funeral Service.
Thursday, 24 July 1941; Cumberland (MD) News
~Genie
Posted September 5, 2020

Eckhart - Mrs. Rosa May Snyder, 84, died yesterday evening at Miners Hospital in Frostburg where she was admitted on Tuesday. A native of Eckhart, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Mary (Cross) Lancaster. Her husband, Peter W. Snyder, preceded her in death. Surviving are four sons, Cobey Snyder, Roanoke, VA.; Ervin Snyder, Eckhart; Leslie Snyder, Frostburg; Francis Snyder, Lonaconing; a daughter, Mrs. Charles Rebela, New York City; a brother, Wolford Lancaster, Frostburg, 15 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Eckhart Methodist Church. The body is at the Durst Funeral Home, Frostburg, where friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. tomorrow.
Friday, 24 August 1962; Cumberland (MD) News
~Genie
Posted September 5, 2020

A young son of Samuel L. Snyder, of Okonoka, W, Va,, died Tuesday from pneumonia.
Keyser Tribune, February 21, 1913
(Courtesy of Patti McDonald)
Posted August 25, 2010

SNYDER, Stanley

ECKHART — Stanley Snyder, 79, died yesterday at his residence. He had been in failing health for three years. Born in Lahmansville, W. Va., he was a son of the late Jacob and Alice (Rexrode) Snyder and a retired service station operator. Surviving are his wife, Lulu (Porter) Snyder; one daughter, Mrs. John Williams, here; one sister, Mrs. Nelia Wiltson, Westernport; one brother, Cecil Snyder, Burlington, W. Va.; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. The body is at the Durst Funeral Home where friends will be received from 2 until 4 p. m. and 7 until 9 p. m. Services will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home by Rev. William Anderson and interment will be in Frostburg Memorial Park.
The Cumberland Evening Times, June 3, 1963
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted October 20, 2012

SNYDER, Mrs. Susan A.

Mrs. Susan A. Snyder, 75, widow of Benjamin F. Snyder, died last night rear of Wineow street. She is survived by two sons, Samuel, Hancock, Md., and Lewis, Big Spring, Md., and four daughters, Mrs. Chas. Miller, Cleveland, Ohio, and Mrs. Jesse Hite, Mrs. Fannie Crawfis and Miss Violet Snyder. She is also survived by three brothers, Davis McCarty, this city, and John and Lafayette McCarty, Hancock. The funeral will take place a 3 p.m. Saturday, with sevices conducted by Rev. Louis H. Ewald, rector of Holy Cross Episcopal Church. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery.
Cumberland Evening Times; Thursday, 4 May 1933
~Genie
Posted June 16, 2012

Military: Veteran of the United States Air Force, Security Service, from 1954-1958

Survived by: wife; son, Darren R. Snyder and his wife Robin, Gerrardstown, WV; daughters, Dawn R. Loughridge, Cumberland, MD; Retha H. Stefano and her husband David, Belleville, IL; Sabrina L. Snyder, Cumberland, MD; and Amy P. Conner and her husband Duane, Cumberland, MD; brother, Jack E. Nichols and his wife Irene, Carpendale, WV; sister, Rita Miller, LaVale, MD

Source: Adams Family Funeral Home, Cumberland, MD
(Courtesy of Sheryl Kelso)
Posted May 9, 2015

Frostburg - William Leslie Snyder, 69 of 148 Depot Road, was dead on arrival Wednesday at Memorial Hospital. He was a native of Eckhart, a son of the late Peter and Rosie May (Lancaster) Snyder. He was a veteran of World War I, a member of American Legion, Farrady Post 24, World War I Veterans Barracks 1107, Disable American Veterans and Mountain Lodge 99 AF and AM. He was a self-employed electrical worker. He is survived by his widow, Marie (Wright ) Snyder; one daughter, Mrs. Harold Klink, this city; one sister, Mrs. Charles Rebele, Long Island, N.Y.; two brothers, Cobey Snyder, Roanoke, VA., and Francis Snyder, Lonaconing; one grandson and three great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the Durst Funeral Home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A service will be conducted there tomorrow at 2 p.m. by Rev. William E. Price. Interment will be in the Eckhart Cemetery where military rites will be accorded by World War I Veterans and Farrady Post 24. Pallbearers, all nephews, will be Raymond Snyder, Johnny Wright, William Lantz, Francis Snyder, Joseph Snyder and Don Robertson. Mt. Lodge 99 will hold a service at the funeral home today at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, 15 August 1969; The Cumberland (MD) News
~Genie
Posted September 5, 2020