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Betty Jane Snyder, 88

April 17, 1931 - October 03, 2019

Betty Jane Snyder, 88, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2019, at ManorCare Nursing Home. Born in Long Branch, NJ, she was the daughter of the late David H. and Mary (Trimble) Martin. Betty Jane was the loving wife of the late Raymond E. Snyder, Sr., and together they shared 50 years of marriage at the time of his passing in 2001.
Throughout her life, Betty always had a great love for babies and children, and for more than 35 years she operated a day care center in her home. Following her retirement in 1997, she began volunteering her time, wherever she was needed, at Lancashire Hall. Betty was totally devoted to her family, which included all of the children she helped raise over the years. She was patient and kind and truly loved being “Nanny”. She had a passion for cooking, a green thumb for gardening and was an avid animal lover, especially dogs and cats. She will be missed by all, including her beloved Shih Tzu, Mitzi.
Betty Jane is survived by her children, Raymond E. Snyder, Jr. and Larry J. Snyder, both of Lancaster, and Patricia Ann Nice and her husband Brian, of Lititz. Also surviving are 4 grandchildren, Ashleen Louise, wife of Brian Weaver, Kathleen Anne, wife of Derek Tankesley, Brian Kerry Nice Jr., his girlfriend, Amanda Eck, and Sean Patrick Nice; 4 great-grandchildren, Brian, Nason, Krystal and Danika; her sister, Lois Campbell and her husband Larry; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Betty Jane was predeceased by her sister, Ruth Rowen, and her brothers, Bud and Robert Martin.
Family and friends are invited to attend graveside services which will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at Riverview Burial Park, 1100 South Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17603. Contributions in Betty Jane’s memory may be offered to the World Wildlife Fund at gifts.worldwildlife.org

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October 06, 2019

Thank you for being such a great part of my life and helping to raise me to the person I am today! You always were an influence to me! I truly won’t ever forget the day my parents decided to split and I had to say goodbye yet I came back to see you over and over! I won’t ever forget the beautiful bedspread you gave me for my bedroom! The same bedspread I always slept so comfortable at your house! You truly were an amazing person! You always knew how to keep me comfortable with all the outside emotions going on! I can’t truly thank you enough 
Melissa Depoe

October 06, 2019

I am so sorry to hear about Betty’s passing. She was one of the finest people I have ever known. She took such good care of all the children she watched. She will be missed.
 
Denise Shank

October 06, 2019

I am sorry to hear of Betty’s passing.  She was my cousin–my father’s brother, Dave was her father & Mary her mother.  Growing up we had many enjoyable visits with the family.Memories are so important in life & Betty will not be forgotten, as well as her brother & sister. Due to employment commitments I will be unable to be at the graveside rememberance. At Christmas time I always received a card from her.
Clarence W. Martin (Junior)

Services
Tuesday, October 08, 2019
Riverview Burial Park
1100 South Duke Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
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