Diane (Snyder) Leiphart

November 27, 1952 - February 13, 2011

WRIGHTSVILLE Diane L. (Snyder) Leiphart, 58, entered into rest after a lengthy illness on Sunday, February 13, 2011, at 10:20 a.m. at her home. She was the wife of Terry L. 'Tobe' Leiphart, Sr., to whom she was married on August 15, 1970. They celebrated 40 years together. Born in Lower Chanceford Twp. on November 27, 1952, and was the daughter of the late John E., Sr., and Ruth Mae (Kohler) Snyder. Following graduation from Eastern High School in 1970, Diane went on to York County Vocational Technical School studying Cosmetology where she graduated in 1972. She was the owner and operator of Diane Leiphart's Beauty Salon since 1977. She attended St. Paul's UM Church in Craley for many years. Besides her husband, Tobe, she leaves a son, Terry L. 'Toby' Leiphart, Jr. of Yoe and his companion, Susan Morris; a granddaughter, Taryn E. Leiphart; three brothers, Harold W. 'Dinks' Snyder and wife, Zola of East Waterford, John E. Snyder, Jr. and wife Nora of Wrightsville and Clarence W. 'Bill' Snyder and wife, Theresa of Wrightsville; three sisters, Joanne E. Keener of Windsor, Brenda L. Howard and husband, Stephen of Wrightsville and Lori J. Groupe and husband, Geoffrey of Wrightsville; numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no viewing. Cremation will take place with Burg Funeral Home, Inc., 134 W. Broadway, Red Lion. Family and friends are invited to extend their condolences on Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. at St. Paul's UM Church, 469 Abels Road, Wrightsville. The Memorial Service to celebrate Diane's life will begin at 2 p.m. at the church, with her pastor, Rev. Patricia C. Bollinger and Rev. Albert R. Horst, pastor of Zion UM Church in East Prospect will officiate. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family . In lieu of flowers, contributions may be offered to: White Rose Hospice, 1412 Sixth Ave, York, PA 17403; or to H.O.P.E. Lifeline (free support services for cancer patients and their families), 16580 Green Valley Court, Stewartstown, PA 17363.Diane was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and sister who loved doing anything outdoors including hunting and riding ATV's just to name a few. She enjoyed playing cards.Her family made her world complete and she cherished every minute with each of them. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her