Barbara J (Dawkins) Snyder

Barbara Snyder, born on October 18, 1942, passed away peacefully, Sunday, October 13, 2024 surrounded by the love of her family.

Barb was a devoted mother to her two daughters Lisa Saums (Jim), Kelly Parker (Douglas), and a loving grandmother to Katelyn Noble (Adam), Megan Lauger (Larry), Lyndsey Frenzel (Jon) and Lauryn Parker.  Great Grandchildren, Cora Noble, Quinn Noble, Clementine Lauger, Theo Lauger, Hudson Lauger.  She also had great affection for her stepchildren; Cynthia Ramsdell (Greg), Mike Snyder (Vickie) and their children Nate Ramsdell, Emma Jordan, Toby Ramsdell (Nataliana), Bennett Ramsdell, Hunter Snyder and Jace Snyder. Barb also had a special place in her heart for her nieces and nephews and formed many loving relationships with them over the years.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Colonel Daniel Snyder, her parents, James and Barbara Dawkins, and her cherished brother, Don Dawkins. 

To know Barb Snyder was to adore her. Her sharp wit and infectious humor brought joy to everyone she encountered. She had an incredible gift for making others feel valued and cared for, and in return, she was deeply loved by those around her. 

A first-generation American, Barb was the proud daughter of Scottish immigrants. She graduated from Findlay High School and went on to study at Ohio University. Barb had a long and meaningful career at The University of Findlay, where she worked in the Admissions Office and the Mazza Gallery. A loyal supporter of veterans, she was passionate about the American Veterans Organization (Amvets). 

Barb’s greatest love, however, was for her family. She cherished her children, their spouses, and her grandchildren, as well as her great-grandchildren. She also had a deep passion for music, good friends, the Ohio State Buckeyes and the University of Findlay Oilers.

Barb will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all whose lives she touched. She was a shining light in the lives of so many, offering kindness, compassion, and joy to everyone around her. Her legacy of love and care will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4:00 to 7:00pm on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Kirkpatrick-Behnke Funeral Home 500 Lima Avenue, Findlay. On Thursday, October 17, 2024, a memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 2330 South Main Street, Findlay with Rev. Jessica Commeret officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to Bridge Hospice 15100 Birchaven Lane, Findlay, Ohio, or the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum 1000 N. Main Street, Findlay, Ohio 45840.

Online condolences may be shared with the family via www.kirkpatrickbehnke.com

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