Snyder, Gertrud 'Trudy'

Trudy passed away peacefully with family by her side at the Meaford Long Term Care Centre on Saturday, January 6, 2024 in her 94th year.

Born in Marsden, Saskatchewan on September 24, 1930, Trudy was a daughter of the late Max Ludwig and Dora (nee Moller) Witt.

She was predeceased by her husband Harry Snyder.

Trudy was survived by her children; Ken (Janice), Wayne (Jodi), Linda (Kevin) and Ron (Annette).  She is the loved grandmother of Jordan (Christine), Jeremy (Yu-Ju), Sean (Delia), Nathan (Amanda), Melissa, Terra, Dee (Peter), Ivy (Clément), Eric (Jessica), Claire (Jackson) and Luke and great-grandmother of Arabella, Luc, Liam, Bailey, Logan, Jake, Julian, Rio, Malikai, Remy and Kayla.

She was predeceased by her siblings, Florence, Arlene, Hans, Delf and John.  Trudy is survived by her sisters Helen and Diane, and sister-in-law Theresa and will be fondly remembered by their families.

Trudy left Marsden and relocated to Winnipeg, Manitoba to study nursing.  Upon marriage she moved to Ontario where she and Harry farmed and Trudy pursued her nursing career and raising their family.

Trudy later embarked on a very successful career in real estate and was a keen volunteer in community activities including the local fall fairs, Kinettes and being a scout leader.  She loved dancing!

A celebration of Trudy’s life will be take place on Saturday, January 20, 2024 in the Galleries at the Meaford Hall from 1 until 5 p.m., with a service and tributes beginning at 2 o’clock.

As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Meaford Hospital Foundation or the Alzheimer Society Grey Bruce would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON   N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted.   www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

 

A recording of Trudy’s Memorial Service can be found here:

Details

A celebration of Trudy’s life will be take place on Saturday, January 20, 2024 in the Galleries at the Meaford Hall, from 1 until 5 p.m., with a service and tributes beginning at 2 o’clock.

Make a donation in memory of Gertrud 'Trudy' Snyder

Donations: Meaford Hospital Foundation or the Alzheimer Society.
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Memories & Messages of condolence

  1. Nancy McGoldrick
    Wednesday, January 10, 2024

    Dear Snyder family. I am sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Sending my condolences and prayers to you all during this time of your great loss.
    I remember your Mom fondly during the days of living in Cheltenham, growing up and hanging out with you Linda.
    May your wonderful memories help to surround you and comfort you all during this time
    Nancy (Savage) McGoldrick

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    1. Linda Thompson
      Sunday, February 18, 2024

      Dearest Nancy,

      Thank you so much for reaching out, Mom was certainly a force. It is absolutely lovely to hear from you. I too have very fond memories of our adventures together. Here’s wishing you and yours utmost happiness and health.

      I would love to hear from you further, perhaps on FaceBook.

      Sincerely Linda

      Reply

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