Carolyn Elaine Snyder, 86, of Waterfall, PA, passed away on September 29, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
Carolyn was born on June 24, 1939, in Wells Tannery, PA the daughter of the late Eugene and Winifred Stunkard Thomas.
Carolyn married the late Wayne Snyder (deceased March, 1999) in June of 1957.
Early in life, Carolyn was a seamstress working from home making bridal gowns and alterations. She later became a teacher’s aide at Wells Taylor Elementary, which is now known as Forbes Road Elementary School.
Carolyn was a Girl Scout leader for many years in Forbes Road School District.
Carolyn enjoyed traveling, gardening and spending time with her family and friends.
Carolyn was a lifelong member of the Wells Valley Methodist Church.
Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Lisa Keebaugh of Shade Gap, PA, 7 grandchildren 6 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren, and 2 more great great grandchildren on the way. Carolyn is also survived by her brother, John Thomas of Chambersburg, PA.
In addition to her parents, Carolyn is preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Snyder, two children, Randy Snyder and Janice Shupp, two adult siblings, Melvin Thomas and Marilyn Mumma, and one infant brother, Frances.
There will be a time of visitation on Thursday, October 2, 2025, from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. at Wells Valley United Methodist Church, 1522 Wells Valley Rd. Wells Tannery, PA 16691 with a funeral service following at 3 p.m. at the church.
Interment will be at the Wells Valley United Methodist Church Cemetery immediately following the service.
The family has entrusted Carolyn’s care to Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home in McConnellsburg, PA.
Online condolences can be made at the funeral home’s website.
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