Our Staff

Our Funeral Directors and Staff

We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in  funerals & cremations, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity

Our staff of experienced funeral professionals proudly provides families in Saginaw, MI and surrounding area with quality funeral services. These individuals are dedicated to helping families honor their loved ones in a beautiful way. Learn about each of our funeral directors and other staff members by reading their bios below.

Funeral Director/Owner - Ronald T. Snow Jr.

Ronald T. Snow Jr.

Funeral Director/Co-Owner/Manager

Ronald graduated from of Ss. Peter and Paul High School in 1975. He attended Delta College and earned an Associates Degree in 1977. In 1978, Ronald graduated from Wayne State University College of Mortuary Science. He is a current member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and its ushers club and previously sat on the parish council and building and maintenance committee, Knights of Columbus Council #4232. Ron is also a past Pulaski Club officer and member of the Brothers of Kosciuszko. He and his wife Michelle have three children, Thomas, Patrick and Rochelle. Michelle is an administrative assistant and is involved with daily operations around the funeral home.

Funeral Director - Brandon R. Hurren

Brandon R. Hurren

Funeral Director/Co-Owner

Brandon has been with Snow Funeral Home since 2003 and after a short leave, rejoined the staff in May of 2013. He is a 1999 a graduate of Bad Axe High School and a 2007 graduate of Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Wheeling, Illinois. He is a past president and current secretary/treasurer of Michigan Funeral Directors Association District #7 and is a past president of Business Networking International -Saginaw. He resides in Saginaw Township. Brandon is a member of Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Church - St. Helen Parish, Knights of Columbus Council #4232, Saginaw Moose Lodge #82 , Michigan Snowmobile Association, Saginaw Bay Yacht Club, Sons of The American Legion Post #439, V.F.W. Post #1859 Auxiliary and proud member of ABATE of Michigan. He was the former organist/pianist at St. Josaphat Church in Carrollton.  In his spare time, Brandon enjoys snowmobiling, camping, going to classic car shows and being out on his Can AM Spyder.

Funeral Director - David S. Hovie

David S. Hovie

Funeral Director

David joined the Snow Funeral Home in November of 2019. He is a graduate from the Wayne State University Mortuary Science Program and has been in practice for 25 years. Prior to earning his Michigan Funeral Director’s License David worked as an Executive Chef for 15 years. David currently resides in the Saginaw community. He is father to Matthew and Andrew, and grandfather to Anthony John. In his spare time, David enjoys being enthusiastic about cars, caring for his dog, and cooking.

Funeral Director Assistant - Emilie Peitsch

Emilie L. Peitsch

Funeral Director

Emilie has been with Snow Funeral Home since August 2020. She is a longtime resident of Hemlock, and she graduated from Hemlock High School in 2020. After discovering her passion for Funeral Service, Emilie began working towards her degree in Mortuary Science. She attended Delta College to complete the Early Middle College Program and obtain her associate degree in general studies. From there, she attended Wayne State University to get her bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science. In August of 2023, Emilie graduated from Wayne State University and joined the Snow Funeral Home team as a licensed director.

Funeral Director Assistant - Thomas  Pryzbylski

Thomas Przybylski

Funeral Director Assistant

Tom was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan and married Jeanne Chesher on July 10, 1965. He graduated from Holy Rosary High School and earned his Business Administration Degree from Ferris State University. He was employed at General Motors for 34 ½ years until his retirement in 2003. Tom began working in funeral service in 1993 and in 1995 joined the Snow Funeral Home family. He is a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church where he served on parish council and is an usher. He is also a member of Knights of Columbus Council #4232 where he works hamburger night. Tom enjoys attending his grandchildren’s school and sporting events. He and Jeanne have four children, Jill (Chris) Schlicker, Jennifer (Paul) Metevia, Mark (Estelle) Przybylski, Maribeth (Jay) Neiderquill; and 11 grandchildren.

Funeral Professional - David Szymanowski

David Szymanowski

Funeral Director Assistant

A lifelong Saginaw resident, Dave graduated from Holy Rosary High School.  Dave attended Saginaw Valley State University where he received both his bachelor and masters degree in Education.  Dave spent 43 years as an educator beginning at St. Stephen as an elementary school teacher and then moving to Nouvel Catholic Central High School in 1984. At Nouvel,  he taught math and chaired the math department.  Dave’s last 15 years in education were spent in administration at both St. Stephen Elementary and Nouvel Catholic Central High School.  Dave also spent 25 years as a basketball coach, both men and women’s teams.  After his retirement in 2016, Dave came to work at Snow Funeral Home.  He serves on the board of the East Side Soup Kitchen and volunteers at Saginaw-Shiawassee Habitat for Humanity. Dave is a parishioner at St. Dominic Parish.  He and his wife Ann have one son, DJ.

Funeral Professional - James Szynwelski

James Szynwelski

Funeral Director Assistant

Jim is a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan and lives in Carrollton Township with his wife, Carol.  He attended St. Josaphat Grade School and graduated from Carrollton High School in 1965.  Jim worked for General Motors (Saginaw Steering Gear Division) as a jobsetter, and coordinator until his retirement in 1999 with 34 years of service.  Jim is a lifelong member of St. John Paul II Parish - St. Josaphat Church where he has served in his ministry as a Sacristan, Eucharistic Minister and Altar Server.  He has been a past member of the Parish Council and Usher Club.  Jim also is a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #4232.  Jim has been with the Snow Funeral Home family since February 2018.

Funeral Director Assistant - Patrick Wisniewski

Patrick Wisniewski

Funeral Director Assistant

Funeral Director Assistant - Patrick Wisniewski

Art Anguiano

Funeral Director Assistant

Funeral Director/Owner - Paul D. Metevia

Paul D. Metevia

Funeral Director - Emeritus

A lifelong Saginaw resident, Paul graduated from St. Stephen Area High School in 1980. He then attended Delta College where he earned his Associates Degree. In 1983, Paul graduated from Wayne State University College of Mortuary Science. He is a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #4232 and the Temple Theatre Organ Club. Paul and his wife Jennifer have two children, Thomas and Hannah. After 43 years of service, Paul retired on September 24, 2021.

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