Dawn Melissa Hoskins

1971 - 2025

Dawn Melissa Hoskins obituary, 1971-2025, Hagerstown, MD

Dawn Melissa Hoskins

1971 - 2025

BORN

1971

DIED

2025

Dawn Hoskins Obituary

Visit the Rest Haven Funeral Home - Hagerstown website to view the full obituary.

Dawn Melissa Hoskins, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and friend, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Clear Spring, Maryland. Born September 11, 1971, in Hagerstown Maryland. She is the daughter of Phyllis Snyder and the late Gary Snyder.

Dawn graduated from North Hagerstown High School and furthered her education at Hagerstown Community College. As an active member of the Hubcity Vineyard Church, Dawn found joy and solace within a community that reflected her deep faith and gave her an avenue to share her radiant spirit. She also had a passion for basketball. Above all, Dawn's greatest pride and joy was her family.

She is survived by her loving husband, David Hoskins, with whom she shared a love that was profound and enduring. A devoted mother to her daughter, Leah Hoskins, and a wonderful sister to her siblings; Diane Poffinberger and Nicole Snyder, and well-loved aunt to her nieces; Lauren Poffinberger and Morgan Poffinberger,

The Family will receive friends and family February 8, 2025, from 1-4 pm at the Hubcity Vineyard Church, 17805 Oak Ridge Drive, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740 

In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made out to Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation. [email protected]

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Rest Haven Funeral Home - Hagerstown

1601 Pennsylvania Avenue, Hagerstown, MD 21740

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