Snyder Funeral Homes

08/05/2025

Lowana “Ronnie” Bernadine Orcena, age 94 of Mount Gilead, passed away Sunday August 3, 2025in Marion.

Ronnie was born November 21, 1930 in Marion, the daughter of the late Clarence and Estella Marshall. On April 26, 1947 she was united in married to Lawrence T. “Larry” Orcena. Together they ...

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08/05/2025

Wanda Lee McClaskey, age 81, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Marion Rehabilitation surrounded by her loving family.

On November 23, 1943 Wanda was born in Champaign County, Ohio. The daughter of the late Elva Lee and Vertie (Music) Castle. On June 6, 1971 Wanda married her soulmate,...

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08/05/2025

Marlene Carmella Lambert, age 90 of Marion, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025 at her home. She was born on October 25, 1934, in Staten Island, NY, the daughter of the late Patrick Francis and Mafalda Marie (Pagliarulo) Driscoll.

Marlene lived a life filled with creativity, compassion, ...

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07/29/2025

Grace Iva Ratterman, age 87 of Marion, passed away Saturday July 26, 2025 at the Marion General Hospital.

Grace was born November 26, 1937 in Plymouth, FL, the daughter of Charles Arthur and Hazel Erleen (Robinson) Moore. She received her education in Marion, graduating from Harding High Sch...

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07/24/2025

We all want to be comforted when someone we love dies. One of the best ways to get this sense of peace is to find meaningful ways to honor our late Loved One’s memory through a memorial. Memorializing a Loved One is an important part of the grieving process. It allows us to reflect on the lifetime...

07/21/2025

Jewell Gay Ward, age 80, of Prospect, Ohio, and beloved matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.

Born on September 25, 1944, in Louisa, Kentucky, Jewell was the daughter of the late Millard and Lona Hughes. On Oc...

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07/18/2025

Ellmon Bert “Elmo” Lemasters, age 85, of Marion, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

Born on January 5, 1940, in Flat Gap, Kentucky, Ellmon was the son of the late Walter and Melda (Adams) Lemasters. He was raised in the Green Camp area and attended Green Camp High Sc...

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07/16/2025

Charlotte Diane Sinden, born on St. Patrick’s Day in 1949, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025 at age 76. Known as "Diane" to family and friends, she brought warmth & wit to all who knew her.

Diane was a devoted mother to Stephen “Steve” (Julia Indalecio) Sinden, Michelle Sinden, & Max (...

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07/15/2025

Carol Anne (Sens) Steiner, 80, of Marion, died peacefully on July 14, 2025, in her beloved home of almost five decades near Green Camp.

Born in Marion on September 29, 1944, to Joe and Doris Sens, Carol was a lifelong member of St. Mary Catholic Church and a 1962 graduate of Marion Catholic ...

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07/08/2025

Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 5 until 7 pm at Snyder Funeral Homes, Gunder/Hall Chapel (347 West Center Street, Marion). A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, July 18, 2025, at 10:30 AM at St. Mary Catholic Church (251 North Main Street, Marion). Father Edward Shikina will preside, and burial will take place at a later date in St Mary’s Cemetery, Marion.

Joseph Robert Fulton, Sr., of Caledonia, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Marion General Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family.

Joe was born in Norristown, Pennsylvania, to the late Samuel and Margaret (Finnigan) Fulton. He attended school in Norristown and graduated from B...

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07/04/2025

This DAD thumbprint charm was found on the ground at Ariel Foundation Park. If you lost it please contact our Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home to schedule a time to pick it up.

06/28/2025

Sharon Rose (Newlove) Middleton of Marion, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 25, 2025 when her valiant battle with Alzheimer’s came to an end. Though the disease may have slowly quieted her voice, it never limited the love she gave or the lives she touched.

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06/24/2025

When you hit 100°F, even your Location Leader needs a casual day! 🔥😅

Funeral director Eric Young in Galion ditched the jacket but kept the suit in today's heatwave. Don’t worry—his trusty blazer is chilling inside, ready to suit up at a moment’s notice when your family needs him. ♥️

06/23/2025

Gone, but never ever forgotten. 💕 Drawing or painting on a casket is one of the purest expressions of love. 🎨

06/13/2025

Obsessed with the little things—so you don’t have to be. 🖨️✨

06/10/2025

Death is a hard word, but not a bad word. ♥️

06/05/2025

Liz and Eric paid close attention during the early morning continuing education seminar at . 😇 We're just surprised there's not a cup of coffee in each hand—they were on the road by 6:30 AM! ☕️ 🤣

Funeral directors undergo mandatory training all year long to stay up-to-day on the laws, rules, and ethics required of their license. 🎓️💼

06/05/2025

06/04/2025

Carolyn Marie Wilson, age 84, of Marion, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Marion Valley Post Acute.

Born on July 17, 1940, in Marion, Ohio, Carolyn was one of eleven children of the late Homer and Eva M. (Austin) Spears. She graduated from Marion Harding High School in 1958...

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05/31/2025

If you’ve looked through the photos, chances are you’ve spotted Michael T. Smith — usually in the background, quietly making things run smoothly. 👀📸

Michael goes above and beyond for his client families, his team, and the funeral profession. 🕊️ He’s volunteered countless hours to OFDA, serving on boards and committees with heart and humility. 🙌

Funeral service runs in his blood — his father was a funeral director, too. 👔 And it shows in the way Michael serves: with humility, heart, and steady dedication. ❤️

05/29/2025

Edna Mae Wilcox, age 95 of Richwood, peacefully passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at The Meadows of Marion.

Edna was born October 31, 1929 in Allen Center, Union County, Ohio, the daughter of Alex and Ina Lucille (Godfrey) Sours. She received her education in Marion and graduated in the cl...

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05/29/2025

Our hearts are with Deputy Sherrer’s family, friends, and brothers and sisters in blue. 👮‍♂️🫡💙

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05/28/2025

The future of funeral service is in good hands. 🫶🏻

Jaxon Snyder, now in mortuary school, will soon join his dad Wes and brother Braxton in the family profession. At , he connected the Snyders with fellow students at the job fair — the next generation is ready. 💼🕊️