Pre-Planning Team
Award-winning
Pre-Planning Team
Meet our award-winning pre-planning team
Julia Clare Spittal
Advanced Planning Advisor
julia@snyderbeanfuneralhome.com
Julia was born and raised in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. She holds a bachelor's degree from Temple University, along wither a master's equivalent in History and Education. Julia's passion for understanding people, cultures, and beliefs was shaped through her solo backpacking journey around the world in 2018 and 2019. Since 2020, she has dedicated her career to the funeral profession, helping families throughout Central Pennsylvania navigate their pre-planning process with clarity and compassion. Her commitment to serving others has earned her national recognition from excellence in pre-need planning.
Jacqueline H. “Jackie” Adamson
Advanced Planning Advisor & Licensed Funeral Director
jackie@snyderbeanfuneralhome.com
Jackie, a 1997 graduate of the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, has been with the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Homes team since 1997. She is one of our pre-planning experts. In 2004 she became the President of the Lancaster County Funeral Director’s Association. She consistently receives their Outstanding Achievement in Service to Families Award. A Lititz resident, Jackie enjoys spending time with her husband Ed, son Jacob, and daughter Norah. Originally from Western PA, she is a huge Pittsburgh sports fan.
Christine F. "Chrissy" Hummel
Office Manager and Event Coordinator
Chrissy Hummel has proudly called Lebanon County home since 2003. After a career in the medical field, she became the first team member to join Snyder Bean Funeral Home in 2025, where she is passionate about educating families about pre-planning, funeral services, and community resources. A dedicated community advocate, Chrissy has organized Lebanon's Secret Santa program for more than 16 years, volunteers with the American Red Cross, and serves on the Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce Veterans Committee. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Bob, their four children, and caring for animals of all kinds.
Erin Patrick
Pre-planning Coordinator
erin@snyderbeanfuneralhome.com
Erin Patrick is a Manheim Central graduate and proud Lititz resident. As a mom of two (plus one cat), family is at the heart of everything she does. Erin has spent her entire career in customer service, where she has developed a passion for helping people, building lasting relationships, and giving back to her community. She enjoys connecting with others and making a positive difference whenever she can. Erin also has strong local ties through her family, including her stepfather, who works at Fairview Golf Course and previously served as General Manager of the former WLHY TV in Mt. Gretna.
