Jennifer L. Martin, 40, of Columbia and formerly of Strasburg, died in Columbia on Sunday, May 15, 2011. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Joseph E. and Nancy T. Smith Martin of Strasburg, and the late Julia A. Stehman Martin.

Jennifer was a member of Zion United Church of Christ, Strasburg. She graduated from Lampeter-Strasburg High School in 1989 and then from Lancaster School of Cosmetology in 1990. Jennifer had been employed by Lancaster County Communications.

Earlier, Jennifer had been a volunteer firefighter. Having owned a police dog, Jennifer became a member of the SPCA and she enjoyed her relationship with several police departments who used them in their service. Jennifer was a very compassionate and caring person and was always there to help a friend in need

Besides her parents, she is survived by her aunts, uncles and cousins.

A Visitation will take place 10:30 to 11 AM and the Funeral at 11 AM on Saturday, May 21, 2011, at Zion U.C.C., 900 Winter Hill Road, Strasburg, PA. The Rev. Dr. James R. Haun will officiate. Interment in the church cemetery. Contributions can be made in Jennifer's memory to the Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-393-9661