Gary A. Snody

August 1, 2020

Gary A. Snody, 65, Swatara Twp., passed Saturday, August 1, 2020, in the Holy Spirit Hospital after a brief illness complicated by chronic health conditions. Gary graduated in 1973 from Dauphin County Vocational-Technical School, where he studied drafting and design. He applied those skills in his first jobs and went on to work in Information Technology and Information Security. After a 35-year career at the Hershey Company, Gary enjoyed his retirement by working in his yard and talking with his many friends and family. He avidly watched the birds and squirrels he diligently fed and continued to read birding books. A life-long auto racing fan, his weekends were spent watching all the NASCAR events. Gary was a member of numerous social organizations, but he took most interest in the Sons of the American Legion Post 998 and the Forty & Eight Club 269. He is survived by his wife, Dori Gerber-Snody; mother, Patsy Snody; brother, Greg Snody; and aunt, Shirley Bradley. Gary’s son, Micheal, wife Melissa, and two grandchildren, Aleia and Braiden, reside in Tennessee. He was predeceased by his father, Gilbert Snody. Although Gary was too sick to realize, Dr. Parascandola and his surgical team worked diligently. A special thank you to Float Nurse Arlene, the 8th Floor nurses and Pastor Johanna as well as to each nurse and intern in the 2nd Floor AICU who provided constant, dedicated care to Gary and who expressed sincere concern for his family. FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CLICK ON THE SHARE A MEMORY TAB TO POST VIDEOS, SHARE MEMORIES, CONDOLENCES, REFLECTIONS OR SIMPLY YOUR NAME ALLOWING THE FAMILY TO KNOW YOU ARE THINKING OF THEM. ON-LINE STREAMING OF SERVICE. CLICK ON THE PHOTOS & VIDEOS TAB OR MEDIA TAB (MOBILE) AND TRIBUTE WEBCAST TO VIEW.