Joanne M. Snyder, 74, of Columbia, passed away, Thursday, September 8, 2011 at Hospice of Lancaster Mt. Joy. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ella (Cranford) Sload. Joanne was the wife of Robert J. Snyder Sr. with whom she celebrated 56 years of marriage this past April 16.

Joanne was employed at St. Annes Retirement Community as a Baker before her retirement. She was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church.

Joanne is survived by 4 children: Diane M. Shirk of Ephrata, Donna M. Jones wife of Ronald of Lititz, Robert Snyder Jr. husband of Valerie of Columbia, and Joey J. Snyder of Columbia. 6 grandchildren. 2 great grandchildren. A brother James Sload husband of Mary Lou of Columbia and a sister Laurbeth Zink wife of Robert of Mountville.

She was preceded in death by 3 brothers Thomas, Robert, and Roger Sload.

A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Concordia Lutheran Church 3825 Concordia Rd Columbia 17512. Interment will be private.  To send an online condolence or for more information please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100