Fred Snook
Fred Snook, superintendent of the packing department of the Deisel-Wemmer Company, of Lima, is one of the capable and experienced men which this manufacturing concern has a reputation for selecting. Mr. Snook was born at Lima, July 3, 1866, and is a son of Fred and Rosa (Miller) Snook.
The parents of Mr. Snook were both born in Germany. Fred Snook, Sr., was one of the early residents of this county. For a period of 28 years he was a section foreman for the Pennsylvania Railroad, a man noted for his fidelity to duty and most highly respected by his employers. He was struck and killed by an engine on January 19, 1887, his wife still surviving him and residing in Lima.
The subject of this sketch was reared at Lima and enjoyed the advantages afforded by the city's excellent public schools. His first work was as an employee in a brick-yard, for one summer, and then commenced his connection with the Pennsylvania Railroad Company, which was continued for a period of 11 years. After leaving railroad work, he entered the packing department of The Desel-Wemmer Company, where his ability and faithfulness brought him such promotions that he finally became superintendent of the entire department. This proved a very important position, carrying with it the supervision of 58 employees and the proper packing of the firm's enormous output.
In September, 1890, Mr. Snook was married to Annie Wolf, who was born in Germany. They have three children: Bertha, Carl and Lester. Mr. Snook is a worthy member of the German Reformed Church.