Jo Snyder

October 28th, 1962 - May 5th, 2016

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Jo Snyder, 53, of Winterset, died Thursday, May 5, 2016 due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
A visitation will be held from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, May 9, at Ochiltree Funeral Service in Winterset, where family will be present to receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. The visitation will conclude with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Winterset with burial to take place at a later date in the St. Joseph Cemetery in Raymond, Iowa. Memorials may be directed to the National Kidney Foundation (kidney.org) (1228 8th St., Suite 103, West Des Moines, IA 50265) and/or St. Joseph Catholic Church in Winterset. Online condolences may be left for the family at ochiltree.com.
Josephine Rose Schmitz, daughter of James and Maxine (Meier) Schmitz, was born October 28, 1962 in Waterloo, Iowa. She graduated from Don Bosco High School in 1981. Jo continued her education at Kirkwood Community College and obtained an associate’s degree. Jo was united in marriage with Randy Snyder November 19, 1983 at the St. Joseph Church in Raymond, Iowa and to this union three children were born.
Jo worked for the City of Norwalk as the Utilities Billing Clerk for 10 years. She also worked for SCILA in her free time. She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Winterset, the National Kidney Foundation and the CEW (Christian Experience Weekend). Jo was an active volunteer, always willing to lend a hand to those in need. She was a confirmation teacher at St. Joseph’s and loved working with the children. Jo was a Jill of All Trades who loved crafting, she worked with wood, metal, paper and many other materials. She enjoyed rides in her Slingshot Motorcycle, skiing, bicycling, babysitting and her sister weekend get-a-ways. Jo was a bargain shopper and like going to thrift stores, garage sales and clearance racks. Above all else, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister who cherished the time she was able to spend with her friends and family.
Jo is survived by her three children, Eric Snyder of Evansdale; David Snyder of San Francisco, CA; Lynnette (Jayson) Crawford of Vermillion, SD; mother, Maxine Schmitz of Raymond; sisters, Geriann (Chris) Raway; Carolyn (Joe) Breuer; Lucy (Jim) Breuer; Eva (Paul) Moritz; brothers, Tony (Claudia) Schmitz; Tim (Ellen) Schmitz; Nick (Stephanie) Schmitz; Vince (Kathie) Schmitz; Chris (Sherry) Schmitz; two granddaughters, Neya and Mya Crawford; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Schmitz; husband, Randy Snyder in 2015; brother, Gerry Schmitz; sister-in-law, Mary Schmitz; and nephew, Dan Breuer.

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Name Jo Snyder
Date of Birth October 28th, 1962
Date of Death May 5th, 2016
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Address 1823 North John Wayne Drive
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Dave & Joan Lies published a tribute .

Our deepest regrets and condolences for your loss. To have Jo pass so soon after Randy saddens us. We always enjoyed Jo's company and will miss her love of life and sense of humor. Our prayers are with you.. Dave & Joan

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Jessica published a tribute .

Although I don't know Jo or her family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of her loved ones during this difficult time. Unfortunately, my mother, Darlene Wilson, passed away in September after getting hit head on as a passenger in the slingshot. I miss her every single day and I pray that God gives you some sort of peace through the pain you are experiencing. Jo sounds like she is a wonderful woman, and now she is in paradise. God bless your family.

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I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to the entire family. She will be missed.

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Cindy And Jim Pottebaum published a tribute .

It seems like words just aren't enough to express how sorry we are that your mom has passed. She loved her family so much and you were always her first priority. We hope sharing memories brings you peace. Blessings, Jim and Cindy

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Cathi Turner published a tribute .

I am so sorry for your loss. Jo was our neighbor for 9 years. I will always remember how kind and thoughtful she was. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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Laurie Hazel published a tribute .

I am so sorry for your loss. Jo was not only my best friend but was someone I strived to be like. She was so loving, kind, and generous to all she met. Her faith in God and her willingness to serve others was evident in all she did. Knowing her since first grade, I can truly say, she never said an unkind word to anyone. She loved life and she truly lived it. She was always willing to try new things and to never stop learning. Her joyful laugh will be missed. I will miss talking to her on the phone, meeting for lunch, and trips together. I am truly blessed for knowing her. She was an earth angel and I will always love her.

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Julie Pothen published a tribute .

Maxine and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I often thought of Jo when I moved up to Minnesota until we connect once again on Facebook. I will always Remember her smile and her eyes. RIP Jo.

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Mary A Smith published a tribute .

Donald and I would like to express our sympathies to the entire family. We are so sorry for your loss. We pray that God will comfort all during this difficult time. Mary and Donald Smith

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Vicki O'toole published a tribute .

I am praying with you though I can't be there in person. I am so sorry that you are saying these good-byes so soon after your Dad's death. You have more than one guardian angel now. My heartfelt sympathy. Jo's cousin, Vicki

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Carolyn Peterson published a tribute .

Eric, David, Lynette I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your mom's accident. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. It was hard not to be upbeat when around your mom. She was a wonderful person. Hope you feel God's love wrapped around you. God bless you. Carolyn

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Tom Herman published a tribute .

Words alone are inadequate in times like this but may your wounded hearts take comfort in knowing Jesus is the friend of wounded hearts and the scar left never completely goes away but will eventually stop hurting. Jo was a great and gracious neighbor and will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you. Tom and Jody Herman

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Rick And Angie Breuer published a tribute .

Deepest sympathies to the Schmitz and Snyder family. Our prayers go out to you for during this difficult time. Josephine was a very nice and kind person, she will truly be missed.

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Beth Schmitz Wiebbecke published a tribute .

I remember Jo from back in our high school days. She has not changed a bit with her big smile. Cherish your memories as she will live on in all of you.

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Jennifer Scott published a tribute .

We are sad to hear about Jo's passing. She was a great co-worker and friend to many of our staff members at Kohls. She will be greatly missed. Best Regards, The Kohls Team

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Ann Block published a tribute .

Eva, Paul and Family, Our hearts break for you all. Losing Jo at such a young age and so unexpectedly has got to be gut wrenching. Prayers to all of you. Ann and Jeoff Block

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Kenneth & Maureen Meier published a tribute .

Our deepest sympathy. Jo will be remembered in our prayers. May Jo rest in peace with our Lord and Randy

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Cynthia Johnson (Young) published a tribute .

My mother Sharon Young and I send our deepest sympathy to the Schmitz & Snyder families. You are all in our prayers. RIP Jo

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Clayton Turner published a tribute .

We are so sorry and sadden with Jo's passing. She did so much for us. Randy and her were such great neighbors. Jesus is with her and Randy now. Clayton and Cathi Turner

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Sister Rose Kordick published a tribute .

My sympathy and prayers to the family. I've only met Jo briefly, but I know how important she was to the world and the Kordicks, especially my niece Teresa Kordick. May you feel the support of God, your family and friends at this time of loss.

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Brent Hess published a tribute .

Rest in Peace my dear friend. You will be forever missed.Peace be with your family.

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Cindy Haskin published a tribute .

Our sympathies to all of your family at this time. -Dave and Cindy Haskin

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Terri Loutsch published a tribute .

So sorry Janice for your loss

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