Opelika, Ala. (March 2024) — Women’s History Month has been observed in the United States for over 35 years. It has been fundamental in recognizing women’s rights and the historical transformation of women’s rights in America. Never will you find women with such rich wisdom, experience, vibrancy and contribution as those living out their Golden Years at a senior living community. Such is the case at The Harbor at Opelika, a premier memory care center, who wish to honor and share the story of one of their beloved residents, Marie Snider.
Marie Snider was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, where she enjoyed many activities such as swimming and gardening, but one passion stood out above the rest and would end up defining her life: theatre.
“I took two buses and a train to get to the shows,” Ms. Snider recollects on her adolescent years, “Once the theatre let out, I would go to a local hotel to call my dad to come pick me up if I missed the bus.”
Ms. Snider taught English and Theatre at Orange High School in Hillsboro, NC, where she taught until she reached the top pay grade. All the while, she auditioned at her local theatre and was in quite a few performances.
Ms. Snider has one daughter, Sara, and her granddaughter Katherine has a daughter; Seraphima who is 6 months old. She is just one of the many amazing women at The Harbor at Opelika whose legacies have touched the lives of many.
“My mission in life is not merely to survive but to thrive and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” - Maya Angelo
