ERIN LYNN SNYDER

ERIN LYNN SNYDER obituary

ERIN LYNN SNYDER

ERIN SNYDER Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Arlington Mortuary on Jul. 12, 2025.
Erin L. Snyder, 67, passed away on July 12, 2025. Born on March 18, 1958, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Erin spent her childhood traveling the country with her military family before settling in Riverside in 1973.

Erin graduated from JW North High School in 1976, then went on to earn a BA in history and complete the teacher credential program at UC Riverside. She worked for many years as a teacher and in parks and recreation before landing her dream job at Riverside-Corona Resource Conservation District. In the early 90s, Erin found her voice as a community activist, working closely with many local organizations towards a stronger community and healthier environment.

Erin is survived by her daughter, Wendy Van Savage; son, Cody Snyder; son-in-law, Jeffrey Van Savage; four grandchildren, three great grandchildren; sisters, Teri, Kim, and Paige, and their spouses and children. She is preceded in death by her husband, Gary Snyder, and her parents, Bill and Barbara Polcene, and stepfather, Arnold Owens.

A celebration of life is planned for September 27, 4 p.m., at RCRCD, 4500 Glenwood Dr. in Riverside.

Please share stories and memories of Erin here, or find her online memorial at mykeeper.com.

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