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Claire Sneidar Obituary
CLAIRE M. (nee Schlosser) on March 14, 2007 at the age of 77, beloved wife of Anthony J., devoted mother of Anthony J. Jr. (Patricia), Maryclaire Sneidar and Elizabeth A. Carpenter (David), loving grandmother of Melissa, Ryan, Samantha, Anthony III, Douglas, Shannon, Sarah and Sabrina and 2 great grandchildren, Kevin and Allison. Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral Monday, 9 A.M. BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed by her Funeral Mass, 10:30 A.M. Christ the King Church. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. Friends may call Sunday evening 7 to 9 P.M. Family prefers donations to Aid for Friends, 12271 Townsend Rd., Phila., PA 19154 in her memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Claire Sneidar
Marilyn Cartwright
March 24, 2007
Dear Claire,
I feel so truly blessed to have known you. I don't ever remember seeing you wihout "that smile" on your face. You
had the ability to make our days brighter and happier just being in your presence.
I thank you for giving me Beth, my beautiful, loving daughter-in-law who has given my three amazing granddaughters. Their smiles and laughter will always remind me of you.
When you see my Steve up there with Jesus, please give him a hug for me.
We will miss your gentle spirit, but never forget you.
Love, Marilyn (David's Mom)
Joanne Claire Donohue Freeman
March 20, 2007
My Godmother - Aunt Claire: What a tribute you received by your loving family -- they did you proud!! I pictured you smiling from ear to ear from the beginning to the end. You were well loved and that showed by all the friends and family that came to pay your their last respects. I believe I heard that the line was out the door and it lasted for the whole two hours. Your church service was beautiful starting with welcoming you in by the bag pipes to listening to Shannon and Anthony's reading the scripture and having Sarah and Sabrina sing Amazing Grace - WOW! Susan was given the honor of giving your Eulogy which truly reminded everyone how blessed we were to have you here with us on earth and I know in my heart your job isn't over that you'll be watching and guiding us as you've always done. You were escorted to your final resting place by I'd say at least 50 cars and everyone gathered afterwards for a unbelievable luncheon which ended the way it should with a slide show of your life on earth done by David. I Love You and will Miss You but you will always be my Sweetest Angel.
Richard Donohue
March 18, 2007
Aunt Claire, We will all miss you very much, but none of us will ever forget you and how special you were here on earth. All my love and sympathy to Uncle Tony, Tony Jr., Mimi, Beth and your families. Richie
Kathy Aid For Friends
March 18, 2007
Dear Family members,
Claire was the best. We will miss her.
Tami Ambridge
March 18, 2007
Dearest Beth, Dave, and the entire family, We were so very blessed to be touched, if only briefly, by your mothers sweet spirit. There is not doubt in our minds that Claire is in a very special place. She will be waiting and preparing the way for all that follow with open arms and that beautiful smile. Heavenly Father loves her dearly, as he does all of you. Remember, death is not a bad thing, it is only another stepping stone on the pathway back to live with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Claire loves you and misses you but she doesn't want you to be sad. Her faith was something to inspire us all. Sincerely, The Ambridge Family
Marlene and John Ranck
March 18, 2007
As we go through life we have many acquaintances but not many true friends. John and I have been blessed to have Claire and Anthony as our friends. I will always treasure my friendship with Claire. She had such faith and was a inspiration, I will truly miss her and treasure the memories we have shared. Our heart felt sympathy to Claire's family.
ilse wood
March 18, 2007
Dear Mimi and family:
My prayers are with you, so sorry to hear about your MOM going to the great stairway in the heavens...Im sure she was met by all the angels to guide her to watch over all you...I believe in ANGELS, Mimi be strong I know you can be..remember we all love you .....if there is anything I can do let me know "GOD SPEED"
love you all
Kevin Gibbons
March 17, 2007
To my family,I guess when someone dear to our hearts passed we wish there were one more conversation one more hoilday dinner ,birthday party .What i'll miss most about Claire was her unconditional love for all of us .It could have been a conversation about anything and she had a unique way of seeing a silver lining in just about anything we discussed .There won't be a day that goes by that Claire's generous ,caring way's we will ever be able to forget .Claire you will live on in every one of our lives you have touched . Love
Eileen and Joe McCloskey
March 17, 2007
Dear Mr. Sneidar, Tony, Mimi, and Beth and to your families,
Your mom was a very special and loved person. Always a dear friend to many. She will hold a special place in heaven. I have so, so many fond memories from our childhood. Your mom was like a second mom to me when we where younger. She will be missed.
Love always,
Eileen and Joe
Janet and Walter Bissonnette
March 17, 2007
To My Dear Friend,
I met Claire when she was hired at Lenox in 1990. I liked her instantly and through the years we developed a friendship. We had a group of our Lenox friends every summer for a pool party and at Christmas we had a party. Claire and Tony never missed our parties and loved coming to our home. Claire said it was like coming to a resort, so relaxing. This past Christmas was the first party they ever missed because Anthony was recovering from surgery. On Jan. 6th
my family gave me a surprise 70th birthday party and there was Claire and Anthony. I cried as I knew it took everything they had in them to make my party and this is the last time I would see Claire. I spoke with her on the phone towards the end of Jan. She was the sweetest lady, so kind and thoughtful, always uplifting my spirts when she might be down herself. I will truly miss
this wonderful person. May you rest in peace now Claire.
Love,
David Carpenter
March 17, 2007
Dearest Nana,
It was cold last night but the warmth of your spirit insulated our walls.
It's been ever so quiet but your laughter and smiles remain in these halls.
We have so many questions that need clarification. Will you ask God if you can take a vacation?
We will always miss your tender heart. I can't speak for others, mine is torn apart.
I need you to know that your words and unselfishness helped my family to heal and for that I am forever grateful.
Love,
Sarah Carpenter
March 17, 2007
Hi nana,
I miss you so much! I know your in heaven now. I think right when you came to heaven, god loved you so much that he made you his assisitant. You were such a wonderful, loving nana. I love you :)
Sabrina Carpenter
March 17, 2007
Hi Nana,
I miss you so much, but I know your with God. I am happy we had many good times. Like whenever my parents are out you tell us the funniest stories of my mom when she was a little girl. I will never forget those good times. I love you Nana and hope you are happy up in heaven.
Elizabeth (Sneidar) Carpenter
March 16, 2007
"There are three things that will endure-faith, hope, and love-the greatest of these is love" I Corinthians 13:13. Mom this is what you taught me not only through our love but the love you had for so many others. You are my best friend and I will miss you so much. You were a beautiful person inside and out. You taught me unconditional love; just as God has for us. Your strength in faith inspired so many especially me. We shared so much and I am so blessed to have had you for my mother. I know how special you were to me and my family. Yet when others begin to share with me their experiences of you, I'm in even greater awe of your depth and influence here on earth. Your modesty and grace amazed me and I aspire to live my life in the same manner. You taught us so many good lessons in life and helped us grow in our faith as well. As a mother you were one of the best. God must be as delighted to have you as we all were. Not a minute will go by without you in my thoughts. I love you so much and I will see you again in heaven. Love Beth
Shannon Carpenter
March 16, 2007
Dear Nana,
You are very missed. But I know you are happy because you can breath and you feel like a 20 year old women. I look at all the pictures of you when you were very young and I see me in you. I am very blessed to be just like you. Whenever I go into your room I think of all the good times we've had. I know that every night you are sitting on my bed tapping my shoulder. And every morning when you pass me and I am doing school I hear you calling me your little school girl. I miss you ever so much. And hope you watch over me until I come up to heaven with you and God. I love you so much.
Marc, Linda, Jenna, & Sean Riordan
March 16, 2007
Mr. Sneidar, Tony, Patti, Mimi, Beth, David, Grand & Great Grands,
Our deepest and sincere expression of sympathy to the entire family. Words can't express the sorrow in our hearts. But, we hope the happy times we have all shared with Mrs. Sneidar will outweight the pain we feel now. Her silence, smile, and fun loving spirit is simply a permanent marking with all of us never to be forgotten. Mrs. Sneidar
is now an ANGEL in heaven taking care of those she loves so dearly.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
GOD BLESS!!!!
Love, Marc, Linda, Jenna & Sean Riordan
XOXO
Janice Donohue Spillan
March 16, 2007
To My Dear Sweet Godfather and Cousins,
We've all been blessed to know and love Aunt Claire. Joanne and I feel especially blessed that she, so steadfast in her faith, is our Godmother.
I can’t begin to tell you how deeply we feel your sorrow, but you know that. Please also know that we love you and will do our best to be strong so you can lean on us, if you need to. We’ll cry with you and, no doubt, we’ll laugh together, too. We’ll hold Aunt Claire near and dear in our hearts forever. You’re all a very important part of our lives and she was always our angel.
With love and strength for you and Uncle Tony,
Ryan Gibbons
March 16, 2007
To Everybody,
I'm not much of a religious person and I think at my age, a lot of people question their faith - it's natural. I'd tell her this and she told me "It's ok, you'll grow up one day." She also thought I'd grow up one day and be a Republican... When I walked out of the hospital, the first thought I had was, "Wow, God must have been so excited to get Claire on his team that he showed the world how happy he was by the weather. It was the most beautiful day this year and one we'll all remember for the rest of our lives. Thanks for leading me the right way Nan, and I miss you.
Tony Sneidar Jr
March 16, 2007
Claire (my Mother) ALWAYS managed to find the silver lining in everyone and everything. She had nothing but love for her family, friends and God. She will be missed, but, she has gone where God needed her; "WITH HIM".
She touched so many people.
Mimi Sneidar
March 16, 2007
Mom...You were my strength, my shoulder to lean on and my inspiration. Because of all this, I will be able to be stronger. I know you will be there to guide me further on! I love you so much and I will miss you! I will call you everyday at 9am like I use to. Nothing will change. See You soon Mom. LOve you always, Mimi
Melissa McCann
March 16, 2007
To my family and friends,
Nana was an amazing person and we are all so blessed to have been able to spend the time that god has given us with her. She will continue to be with us,love us and guide us. Thank you for all the support and know that I am here for you.
LOVE......
I love you and miss you nana
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