The BLET National Division extends deepest condolences to the family and friends of Brother Ryan Snow who unexpectedly passed away on February 4. He was 61 years old.
Snow’s railroad career began in 1998 when he hired out with the Union Pacific Railroad in Bakersfield, Calif., and he first joined the BLET in 1999. Brother Snow was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, having served from 1982-1986.
A member of BLET Division 126 in Bakersfield, Calif., Brother Snow served as California State Legislative Board Chairman for nine years, 2017-2026.
Brother Snow is survived by his wife of 39 years, Verna.
“Brother Ryan was a strong advocate for BLET members and kept the interests of our Brotherhood first and foremost in his thoughts and actions,” said BLET National President Mark Wallace. “During his tenure, he led the Board in lobbying for passage of stronger rail safety laws, increased funding for Caltrain and other commuter rail agencies, and many other issues to advance the interests of locomotive engineers and trainmen. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. On behalf of the BLET Advisory Board, I extend deepest condolences to Verna and all who knew and worked with Brother Ryan.”
Funeral services for Brother Snow are pending and will be announced when available. In the meantime, a GoFundMe has been established to help Verna with expenses.