Nancy Jean Snider, a beloved teacher, faithful servant, and gentle soul, entered her heavenly home on April 11, 2026, at Hillcrest Hospital at the age of 80.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Mobley-Groesbeck Funeral Service of Sand Springs. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 21, at Woodland Memorial Park.

Nancy was born on July 4, 1945, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, to Marion Floyd Snider and Adanell Sarah (Buffum) Snider. She was raised in Siloam Springs and graduated from Siloam Springs High School, where she proudly served as a band majorette. She went on to attend John Brown University, where she earned her bachelor's degree in Education and graduated first in her class—a reflection of her quiet determination and intellectual strength. Her father served as vice president of the university for many years, making her achievements there even more meaningful.

Nancy devoted her life to education, touching countless lives during her 30-year career with Tulsa Public Schools. She taught at Gilcrease Junior High and later at Rogers High School, where she specialized in clothing, interior design, and Home Economics. She was known for her patience, creativity, and excellence—teaching her students even the intricate skill of crafting three-piece men's suits. While teaching, she continued her own education, earning her master's degree from Oklahoma State University.

Outside the classroom, Nancy found joy in teaching swimming alongside her dear friend, Sondra Wattenbarger, at Tulsa park pools and later in their own backyard pool. Their friendship was a constant and cherished part of her life, marked by shared travels, laughter, and devoted care for Nancy's parents. Together, they ensured Nancy's parents were lovingly cared for, always present when needed.

Nancy was a woman of deep and abiding faith. She was an active and dedicated member of St. Mark's Methodist Church on Admiral in Tulsa, where she faithfully served in many roles. She played the chimes, prepared paraments for the pulpit, made the banners in the sanctuary, and willingly helped wherever there was a need. Her life reflected her faith in both word and deed. Her favorite hymn, "Great Is His Faithfulness," echoed the way she lived, and she often reminded others, "How much more does He love you and me."

She found beauty in life's simple pleasures—growing flowers, cooking meals, and opening her home to others. Nancy was a gracious hostess who delighted in gathering friends and family around her table. She was known for her kindness, her gentle spirit, and her warm, welcoming nature.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; and her sisters, Ann (Snider) Wisdom and Melanie (Snider) Mason.

She leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion in those who knew her best, including her dear friend, Sondra Wattenbarger; her brother, Stewart Snider; lifetime friends, Terry Tucker and Win Tallent; and friends: Sheryl and husband, Zollie, and their daughter, Jada Wright. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews, whom she loved deeply, as well as the Wattenbarger nieces and nephews, whom she cherished as her own.

Nancy will be remembered as a wonderful, pleasant, and sweet soul—intellectual yet meek, mild-mannered, and deeply Godly. Her kindness touched all who knew her, and her life stands as a quiet testimony of faith, love, and service. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered.