ZIONSVILLE — Ilene Carol Snider, 77, Indianapolis, passed away the afternoon of Dec. 23, 2017.
She was born Feb. 9, 1940, in Dearborn, Mich., to the late Louis and Wanda Tomaszewski.
Ilene graduated from St. Alphonsus High School in Dearborn, then earned her nursing degree from Henry Ford College. After marrying Roland “Bud” Snider in January of 1964, she and Bud moved to Warsaw.
Ilene led a very rich, fulfilling life, warmly shared with many friends and family. She loved entertaining, reading, playing bridge, traveling, and was involved with many activities, including book club, Tri Kappa and volunteering for numerous organizations.
Ilene was a certified addiction counselor, and her strong passion for helping others overcome substance addiction helped to lead many down a successful path to recovery.
Ilene’s wit, healthy sense of humor and welcoming nature will be missed by many.
She is survived by her husband, Roland S. Snider; her son, David Snider (Julie), Indianapolis; daughter, Annie Watson (Brian), Greenwood; grandchildren: Diane, Emily, Noelle and Nicholas; and her stepgrandchildren: Drew, Eve, John, Courtney, Megan and Drew.
Ilene was preceded in death by her brother, Tom Tomaszewski.
A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Dec 29 at A.R.N. Funeral & Cremation Services, 11411 N. Michigan Road, Zionsville, with visitation from 9 a.m. until the service.
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Contributions can be made to the Wounded Warriors Project.
