Lois Kathleen Snider
1945-2020
Lois Kathleen Snider, 74, of Hillsborough, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on May 22nd, 2020 after being diagnosed with a sudden illness.
Lois was born on November 18th, 1945, the daughter of the late Darrel and Kathleen Milton.
Lois attended the Weldon Baptist Church and her faith was strong and unwavering. She taught Sunday School for many years. She had a love for children and devoted her life to caring for children in the community and made many life long friendships. She was like a grandmother to many. In Lois's spare time she enjoyed knitting, scapbooking and reading. Lois was very community minded and a proud supporter of all events and attended with enthusiasm. Anything that her children were involved with, she became part of whether it be Minor Hockey, Fundy Blades, Home & School, Pioneer Girls or Awana. Lois was also involved with the NB Antique Auto Club with her husband, Vaughn, The Hillsborough Library and Literacy Express. She was involved with the William Henry Steeves House Museum and was fundamental in organizing Hillsborough Homecoming Days and the Santa Claus Parade. She was also instrumental in getting the candy for Santa to hand out to all the kids. No matter what needed done she could always be counted on. When Lois entered a room her fun spirit was evident , her laugh was contagious and everyone knew fun was going to be had. She left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Lois was happiest when surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great grandchild and she cherished all the family gatherings full of jokes and laughter. If asked about her family she would smile and was eager to share their accomplishments. She was so very proud of each one of them and she loved them very much. "Of all the special joys in life, the big ones and the small, a mother's love and tenderness is the greatest of them all." She is now walking with the Lord and sharing her love and tenderness with her precious granddaughter, Bailey Joy.
She will be deeply missed by her beloved husband of 55 years, Vaughn Snider of Hillsborough; her children Darrelyn Snider of Sussex, Andrew Snider (Lisa) of Edgett's Landing, Becky Snider of Hillsborough, and Barry Snider (Tanya) of Hillsborough; her cherished grandchildren, Candace (Jayme), Tom, Lucas, Laney, and Marshall; her treasured great grandson, Konnor; sister, Anna Wright of Victoria, BC; brothers-in-law, Bernard Snider of Hillsborough and Wayne Snider of Riverview; sister-in-law, Thelma Steeves (Don) of Saint John and by her several nieces and nephews. She will also be missed by all her extended family, the community, and her friends.
Besides her parents she was predeceased by her granddaughter, Bailey Joy; sisters-in-law, Glendine Snider and Lornette Snider.
With the updated COVID-19 regulations- A time to gather with the family will be held at the Albert County Funeral Home on Friday, May 29th, 2020 from 12:00-9:00pm with Social distancing and all guidelines being followed. For those wishing to attend masks are required, social distancing will be enforced and a limited number of people in the building at one time. Please be patient and kind. A Private Family Service will be held on Saturday, May 30th, 2020 at the Albert County Funeral Home at 2:00pm. A Live stream of the funeral service will be accessible for the public on the funeral home website or go to the Albert County Funeral Home youtube channel. Interment will be held at Green Hill Cemetery, Edgett's Landing, NB.
In memory of Lois, donations to Friends of The Moncton Hospital Neo-Natal Unit or charity of the donor's choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.
PARADE OF HONOUR
Due to the COVID-19 restrictions we would like to give people in Hillsborough and the surrounding Communities the opportunity to show their respect to the Family of Lois Snider whose Private Funeral Service will be on Saturday, May 30th. The Funeral Procession will be following the Santa Claus Parade Route starting at the School going down Academy Street and Main Street Hillsborough we will be leaving the school around 3:30pm. Lois was so involved with the Santa Claus Parade in Hillsborough that we feel it appropriate for those who wish to pay honour to her can line up in Hillsborough with Social Distancing in effect. We will be escorted by the Hillsborough Volunteer Fire Department and this will be a true tribute to the lady who dedicated many hours of hard work into the Parade. She was a very special lady who will always be lovingly remembered.
Arrangements are in the care of the Albert County Funeral Home, 4130 Route 114, Hopewell Cape, NB E4H-3K2 734-2780