Lena May (Benhard) Snyder
1869 to 1920

Mrs. John W. Snyder

Mrs. John W. Snyder, a highly esteemed resident of Berrien Township, died at her home near Berrien Springs Friday, February 6th, having been failing health for some time past. She was born June 22, 1869, and had resided during all her life in Berrien county. Her maiden name was Lena May Benhard. April 12, 1901, she was united in marriage to John Wilton Snyder, who, together with one son, Hubert Wilton, her mother, five sisters and one brother, all residing in this vicinity, survive to mourn her loss. She was a member of the Baptist church, and of Major Murdoch circle, and her influence will be missed by a large circle of friends. Funeral service was held Sunday, conducted by Rev. J.H. Bancroft, burial being made at Niles.

(Source: Berrien Springs Era, Feb. 12, 1920, page 5, Microfilm Niles District Library)