Bobbi Snyder Obituary
Age 72, of Scott Twp., on Wednesday, August 6, 2008. Loving mother of Jodi (Gary) Miller, Pam (Keith) McCready and Michael (Fran) Snyder; grandmother of Christopher McCready (Melissa Beyerbach), Jamie Miller and her fiance Seth Shipon, Jesse McCready, Timothy Snyder, Kelli (Matthew) Tabit and Drew Snyder; great grandmother of Jacob McCready; aunt of Amy (Rocky) Chapman. Family will greet friends on Sunday, August 10 at 1 pm with Memorial Service to follow at 2 pm at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1008 Castle Shannon Blvd., Castle Shannon. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to Asera Care Hospice, 1500 Ardmore Blvd., Suite 501, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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Joseph Brandtner
October 17, 2025
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Rachael Booth
February 22, 2009
To my Sensei - you had more of an impact on my life than anyone can ever know. I will love you and remember you my entire life - my teacher, my mentor, my friend forever.
Mira Marziale
August 11, 2008
To Pammy, Jodi, Michael and All,
My deepest sympathy to you in this most difficult of times. I would like to share something with all of you.
Although Bobbi was my sensei, and I spent many years in her dojo, thanks again to her generosity, that was not the most important part of my relationship with this special woman. I had no mom. She took me under her wing and we became very close friends. I was a destitute single mom. When my son was badly injured at 4 years of age, she insisted we come and stay with her when he got out of the hospital. Often times when I got off of work, I would only have enough money for a can of soup for my son. She would put bags of groceries in my broken down car. When I almost lost my mind, she found help for me and stood by my side almost every moment - 2 years worth of moments. This is the Bobbi that I will always remember. She was there for me when no one else was. I never asked her for anything, but she always knew.
I wish we could have been closer in the last few years. Shame on me. No one was ever there for me like Bobbi.
Although Bobbi was a great sensei, the most important thing that I learned from her was not sparring, kata or self-defense. It was this: “Every day try to reach down and pull someone up a bit.” She was suttle about it, but that was always who she was to me. I live by this to this very day and I help anyone and everyone that I can everyday of my life.
I am so thankful that our paths crossed. When I think about it, I probably would not have survived without her.
Pammy, Jodi, Michael and grandchildren, you were very lucky to have her. She will live on in all of our hearts.
Pat Donaldson
August 8, 2008
Rest in peace, Bobbi. Our family remembers you with the fondest of memories. Say hi to Walt for me up there. Pat, Tommy & Debbie Donaldson
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Andrea (Wice) Catucci
August 8, 2008
Dear Jodi, Pam, and Michael,
I am sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of all of you. Your Mom was a dynamic woman. I always enjoyed her free spirit.
Sandy Feather
August 8, 2008
I credit Sensei Snyder for teaching me life skills as much as karate. I use the skills she taught me every day of my life, even though I haven’t practiced karate for years. Her dojo was a place that welcomed all, allowed us to be ourselves, and encouraged us to be more than we ever dared dream. Godspeed, Bobbi!
Karen Seezox
August 8, 2008
My sympathy to the family and loved ones of Bobbi Snyder. Bobbi was an excellent and very capable Sensei and I enjoyed my time spent learning under her. I am very sad for your loss.
Betsy (Wice) Johnson and Randy Johnson
August 8, 2008
Jodi, Pam, Michael and Families -
Our thoughts and love are with you now. As part of our extended (Wice) family we grieve with you but also share fond thoughts of your mom. With all our love,
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