Gloria Jane Snowman

Gloria Jane Wittke Snowman of Rochester, NH, died unexpectedly on November 27, 2021, due to catastrophic injuries suffered when her car was hit by a multiple DUI offender. Gloria was a beloved special education teacher in the Dover school system, wife, mother, friend to all, animal lover, master quilter and gardener, traveler, and the first one to jump into the pool. She is survived by Bob Snowman, her adored husband of 25 years, daughter Kim of Attleboro, MA, son Bobby of Munich, Germany, brother Glenn, cousins Richard & Janet Glidden, Sarah & Richard DeMink, and scores of children, youth and adults who were blessed by her life. She was born 71 years ago in Chicago, IL to Blanche and Melvin Wittke, who pre-deceased her, along with her sister Gail, born with cerebral palsy, dying tragically when they were both very young. Gloria’s experience growing up with Gail inspired Gloria’s advocacy for people living with special needs and deep enthusiasm for all God’s creation. Following a successful business career, Gloria earned a Master’s Degree in Education and began her true calling as an exceptional special education teacher and mentor to many. Gloria’s winning combination of fun and old-soul wisdom drew people of all ages to her. One of Gloria and Bob’s favorite places was a rustic cabin on Moxie Pond, The Forks, ME, where friends became family, and the best were proclaimed “Moxie Rated”, indicating a shared love for adventure and nature. Our world is poorer for her absence, our lives may be quieter and less filled with joy, yet her legacy remains. We celebrate the life of Gloria and endeavor to love the way she did. An article on her life can be found on the front page of The Foster’s Daily Democrat newpaper, published on 12/2/21. A Go-Fund Me page has been created for expenses: www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-with-glorias-final-expenses.