Statement from Senator O'Mara on U.S. Army Sgt. Devin Snyder of Cohocton, Steuben County

Albany, N.Y.—New York State Senator Tom O’Mara (R-C, Big Flats) released the following statement today on the death of 20-year-old, U.S. Army Sgt. Devin Snyder of Cohocton, who was killed in Afghanistan on Saturday, June 4, 2011:

“Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of Devin Snyder.  Devin made the ultimate sacrifice while serving her country admirably and courageously.  I know that I join the community of Cohocton and the residents of Steuben County and our entire region in mourning Devin’s passing and in expressing our enduring gratitude and respect for her service.” 

See "Friends remember Cohocton native Devin Snyder," June 7 Hornell Evening Tribune.