Snyder Funeral Home Lexington Avenue Chapel

MANSFIELD: Mike Free was a Jack-of-all-trades. He was so good at everything: electrical work, plumbing, building, as the saying goes: “Master of none” Mike was “better than a master of one.” He was so well rounded in the construction trades; it perfectly complimented his kind heart to help others in a practical way. Mike was […]

“I loved trains and railroading and couldn’t wait to get started.” Roger Weaver’s passion for the railroad was an unstoppable force calling him to the railroad as a teenager. His commitment to his career was a reflection of Roger’s unwavering dedication, trustworthiness, and grit as a professional. More importantly, Roger was just the same as […]

MANSFIELD: “Nothing but harmony, honesty, industry and frugality are necessary to make us a great and happy people.” George Washington’s letter to Marquis de LaFayette on January 29, 1789 seemed to foretell the life of Dick Shasky. Like Washington, Dick was a good leader, concerned with his legacy, patriotic, and a wise teacher. A caring […]

LEXINGTON: David Hershner wore black leather for Jesus. A motorcycle enthusiast since his youth, Dave had a passion for evangelism and was a member of Sons of God Motorcycle Club – a national organization of real bikers, doing real life – living according to God’s Word, and riding. He later founded Evangelists for Christ a […]

Jerry Lee Matuch, 88, of Morrow County, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on February 12, 2025, following a short illness. Born on July 22, 1936, in Lexington, Ohio, Jerry was the son of the late Martin and Winona (Berry) Matuch. On September 9, 1956, he married the love of his life, Helen Morrison, in […]

MASON, OHIO Nothing shapes a life more than the commitments one makes. And nothing forms a legacy more than how those commitments were kept. Susan Babik ascribed to high standards of righteousness – to do the right thing – with absolute commitment to Christ and the local church. She didn’t segment her life – giving […]

MANSFIELD: Osa Goodwin’s diminutive size belied the size of her big heart. The depth of her desire to volunteer and serve others in her community, her church, and her family reflected a heart of service – so big, so strong, and so loving, it mirrored the heart of God. She was incredibly caring – always […]

Sheila Huff of Mansfield, passed away December 14, 2024 at 95 years old. She was known by family as “The Kindest Woman on Earth.” Sheila is survived by daughter Kay Huff; granddaughters Nichole and Courtney Schopp; great-grandchildren Natalie Day, CC Sauder, Brody Cline, Rose Sauder, Ellie Cline and Ari Cline. She has been reunited with […]

LEXINGTON: Pat Hershner was a fighter. Equipped with the full armor of God (Ephesians 6: 10-18), Pat fought on her knees. As a prayer warrior, she covered her family, her church, and even strangers with the “liquid gold” of her anointed prayers to God the Father. The Holy Spirit laid heavy on her heart – […]

In Ephesians 6 Paul equips the Church in Ephesus with the Armor of God. After he describes the shield of faith, helmet of salvation and sword of the Spirit, he admonishes them “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always […]