Martha L. Snedeker

Martha L. Snedeker, 89, of Garner, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City.

A private family service will be held in Virginia, with no visitation.

Born on August 4, 1935, in Reisville, Virginia, Martha Louise Snedeker was the daughter of Oley and Dorris (Garlow) Parrish. She completed her high school education in Virginia and later married Lee Snedeker on October 20, 1995, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. Together, they built a life in Garner.

Martha was a dedicated and competent individual, holding various roles throughout her professional journey, including positions in insurance sales, school cooking, and as a pharmacy technician. Above all, she cherished her family and was deeply committed to volunteering her time and talents to those in need.

Martha is survived by her children, Jeffrey (Lisa) Firebaugh of Roanoke, Virginia, and Kathy (Jimmy) Harrison of Roanoke, Virginia; four grandchildren, John Firebaugh, Jordan Anderson, Josh Harrison, and Jennifer Harrison; her sister-in-law, Nancy Parrish, also of Roanoke, Virginia; as well as two dear friends, Brian Roberts and Clayton Sage who provided help to her and Lee over the years.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Lee.