OBITUARY
Mary R. Frasur Snyder
January 6, 1936 – November 10, 2019
Mary R. Frasur Snyder, 83, of Liberty, died Sunday morning, November 10, 2019, at her residence following a brief illness.
Mary was a native and lifelong resident of Liberty, born January 6, 1936, the fourth of eight children born to Joseph and Eleanor Schneider Frasur. She was a 1953 graduate of Short High School in Liberty and was a member of the Union County Alumni Association. On May 29, 1955, she was married to Keith Snyder who died February 8, 2000. Mary never met a stranger for the many years she worked at J.A. Bertch and Sons Hardware. Most recently, she was the friendly smile and hug greeting you at the door at Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Fosdick Chapel in Liberty. Mary had also been employed at The Beverly Shop in Richmond, Max’s Men Store, Village Fountain and Whitewater State Park, all in Liberty. Mary was eager to give of her time and talents as an active member of the community. She was a long time member of the Brownsville United Methodist Church, the Union County Blood Drive and volunteered at McCullough Hyde Hospital in Oxford for over fifteen years. She participated in organizing Founders Day each year as a member of the Union County Historical Society. Mary enjoyed being a part of the Community Choir, Lions Club and the Union County West Point Cemetery Board. She was honored to be the first female elected to the Liberty Town Council. The family would like thank the Hospice Group, specifically Amy Ertel for the care she has provided for our Mary.
In a 2013 article celebrating Mary as the Grand Marshall of the July 4 parade, Bev Woodruff writes that Mary “is a very humble person and is not comfortable in the limelight.” She continues that “Her entire life has been dedicated to helping people, and since her retirement, her service to people has increased. Her life is full and that’s the way she likes it.”
Mary is survived by her sons and their wives: Brian Snyder and Val of Centerville, Jeffrey Snyder and his companion, Donna Brashears of Liberty, Robert Snyder and Connie of Bloomington; her sisters: Shirley Frasur of Liberty and Patricia Frasur Sizemore of Connersville; her brothers: Robert Frasur and Richard Frasur, both of Liberty; Sisters-in-law; Barbara Kaufman of Brownsville, Lois Frasur of Liberty; grandchildren, step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and many, many friends.
In addition to her parents and husband, Mary was preceded in death by grandson: Jason Snyder; her brothers: Joe Eddie, Charles and Eugene Frasur; and her sisters-in-law: Carolyn Kain, Margie Frasur and Joan Crane; brothers-in-law: Bud Kaufman, Don Crane and Dean Kain. Funeral services for Mary will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, November 15, 2019, at Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Fosdick with Rev. Shelley Dodson officiating. Interment will follow in Union County West Point Cemetery. In keeping with Mary’s love of sports, espescially IU basketball, Cincinnati Reds and Cincinnati Bengals, the family will be wearing sports attire for her visitation and encourage everyone to wear their favorite sports team’s apparel. Friends may visit at the funeral home from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday where memorial contributions may be made to the Eleanor Frasur Fund benefitting Union County West Point Cemetery, 404 Eaton St, Liberty, IN 47353, Brownsville United Methodist Church-Samaritan’s Purse International Foundation (Christmas shoeboxes for children), or a charity of choice. For additional information and to send condolences or memories, go to www.ShowalterBlackwellLong.com.
Services
- Visitation Thursday, November 14, 2019
- Funeral Service Friday, November 15, 2019
- Interment Friday, November 15, 2019
Memories
Mary R. Frasur Snyder
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ADD A MEMORYMiss Williams
November 15, 2019
Mary has always been close to my family, I remember her making me treats at the Village Fountain and always smiling at Bertsch's. Smiling at Church functions when different Church's got together. The last few years we had become letter writing buddies every few weeks to one another and I enjoyed that so much.
I Love You Beautiful Mary!!!
Janet McCullough
November 14, 2019
Mary was a sweet, kindhearted person whose smile and personal sacrifices made the world a better place. Mary's spirit will live on in those who knew her. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Monica Heeter
November 14, 2019
Never ever did I run into Mary when she wasn't smiling and/or laughing. She always had a kind word, a memory to share. I enjoyed seeing her out and about town. She will be greatly missed.
Kathy and Bill Snodderly
November 14, 2019
Our deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort go out to all of the family members. She will be missed by all.
Mary Carroll
November 13, 2019
Mary was such a warm and beautiful person. I am so glad she visited us here in Virginia last year. We will all miss her lovely smile and sweet voice.
Patty, we are thinking of you and are here for you when you feel like talking.
Sending our love and prayers to all Mary’s family.
Lori Schneider
November 13, 2019
What a lovely woman! We met a few times while she was visiting her nieces and nephews in Pennsylvania.
I am so sorry for your loss.
John Klapper
November 13, 2019
Cousin Mary was such a kind and generous person, always ready with a smile and a hug. When my mother Bertha Klapper (Mary's aunt) was sick, she was always cheered by Mary's visits. I can still hear Mary's voice "Hi, Aunt Bertie". My condolences to Brian, Jeffrey, and Robert on the loss of their loving mother and to cousins Patty, Shirley, Bobby, and Dick, on the loss of a much-loved sister
Amy Ertel
November 12, 2019
Taking care of Mary was my pleasure. She always told me to be careful when I left and always was a sweetheart. I only knew her for a short time but my memories of her will last a lifetime.
Pam Combs
November 12, 2019
What a loss to us but such a gain to Heaven!! Mary was a favorite neighbor and all around beautiful soul! I can honestly say I never seen her without a smile and never heard her speak an unkind word, there are people on this Earth that I believe teaches us how we are supposed to treat others and Mary was a perfect example of that. Prayers up for the family, reap your rewards Mary❤️
Merlen and Sue Rude
November 12, 2019
We will miss Mary’s beautiful smile, her amazing way of making each person feel special just being around her and her deep Christian faith. She touched so many lives and will never be forgotten!!
Sherry Warnig
November 12, 2019
Condolences, much love and prayers for the family.
Clara and Virgil Cain
Kevin and Sherry Warnig
Joanna Moore
November 12, 2019
Always greeted You with a smile and a kind word. Her friendship and kindness with my mother Arlene was a blessing. Mary touched many lives and will be missed.
Brandon Marshall
November 12, 2019
Mary was such a very nice welcoming person whenever I stepped into the Brownsville Methodist church each Sunday. Always was a helping hand when it came to activity’s, special gatherings and always gave me a hug and of course she always had a bright smile on. I am keeping her family and friends in my thoughts and prayers and will remember her loving and caring ways. I will miss her deeply and I am so forever blessed to have known her ♥️
Joyce Lake
November 12, 2019
Mary was a wonderful, loving & caring person. She will be missed but never forgotten!! Love & prayers to her family & friends during this difficult time.💕🙏
Angel Dickenson
November 12, 2019
This lady was the most kind hearted person I have ever known. She will be missed very much by everybody in Woodruff's Supermarket I always loved waiting on her at the meat depart.
Betsy Anton
November 12, 2019
I am the granddaughter of the late Bill and Clara Bonar, who were great friends with Mary. My grandmother Clara bowled with Mary in a women's league. Mary came to my grandmother's last birthday party in the nursing home and was just so sweet the whole time. Whenever my grandpa Bill and Mary ran into each other in town, you knew they were going to have a lengthy conversation. Mary knew no stranger!! What a great woman and a big loss for the town of Liberty. I wish her family peace during this sad time.
Carolyn Fields
November 12, 2019
Love and prayers from the Fields Family
Crystal Hernandez-Smith
November 12, 2019
Will always remember you as a beautiful person! ❤️
Becky Turner Holsinger
November 12, 2019
A beautiful soul. I will always remember her genuine smile and loving ways.
Rita Ripberger
November 12, 2019
My first time knowing Mary was taking her to a grade school basketball game we both had sons playing in. Loved Mary for her friendly smile and words. Always had time for everyone.
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