Photo courtesy of Bezanilla-McGraw Funeral Home - Carthage
Carthage, New York
Oct 20, 1948 – Dec 18, 2014
Carthage - Ronald D. Covell, 66, of 35800 Sayre Road, died Thursday afternoon, December 18, 2014, in the Emergency Room of the Carthage Area Hospital after being stricken at his residence.
Ronald was born in Canastota on October 20, 1948, the son of the late Charles and Mary Waters Covell. He was a 1968 graduate of Carthage Central High School. He married the former Susan R. Schroy on May 30, 1980 in Carthage. Ron was currently working as a recreation aide at Fort Drum and has for the past 28 years.
He was a member of the American Legion Post # 789 of Carthage.
Ron was an avid softball player and coach. He was on numerous winning area teams that participated locally and also played in Regional and National Softball Tournament events. For many years he coached the Girls softball league at Indian River in the summer.
He is survived by his wife, Susan R. of Carthage, one daughter and her husband: Jessie E. (Jeffrey) Peebles of Lowville, two sons: Corey D. Covell and Ronnie R. (Nichole) Covell all of Watertown, 3 grandchildren, Gregory Covell and Aston and Sadie Peebles; one brother: Richard (Gary) Covell and his wife Maxine of Carthage and several nieces and nephews. His brother, Charles Covell Jr. and a sister, Frances (Carol) Hedden are predeceased.
Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, December 23rd at 6:00 PM at the Bezanilla-McGraw Funeral Home with Deacon Richard Staab officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 3-6pm.
May God bless you and your family. Rest In Peace, my friend.
Frank Romano
December 13, 2021 | Watertown, NY | Friend
SUE, I am so sorry this has happened to you. You did not deserve this. YOU and the kids and grandkids are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always be here for you if you need me. May God bless you and give you the extra strength you will need in the future. All My Love .....COLLEEN
Colleen Plumadore
December 22, 2014 | Carthage, NY
Ron was a childhood friend when he lived in Great Bend and I lived at Fort Drum.
Many great memories including playing on a little league team together at Fort Drum. He pitched and I played first base.
Sanford (Sam) Jones
Sanford Jones
December 22, 2014 | Brownville, NY
Sue,
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
Jeff and Lynn Graham
December 22, 2014 | Carthage, NY
Jess and family, Wayne and I are so sorry for your families loss. Cherish your memories. Thinking of you all, Wayne and Lisa
lisa berrus
December 21, 2014 | Lowville, NY
I'm very sorry to hear of Ronnies passing he was truly one of the best softball players I had the privilege to play with and against, and call him my friend.
Bob King
December 21, 2014 | Ogdensburg, NY
To the man who would die on field before leaving his teammates! You rocked brother and will be forever rememberd ! Condolences to all the Covell family !
Chris Hewey
December 20, 2014 | Norwood, NY
Sue and family,
I was sad to learn the news of Ronnie's passing. Please know that thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Ron will be remembered concerning his passion for sports, his winning attitude and his competitive spirit. I will also remember his great sense of humor and his love for family and friends.
With sympathy,
Tom Ventiquattro II (Tom 24)
Thomas Ventiquattro II
December 20, 2014 | Burke,, NY
My thoughts and prayers are with all your family.
December 20, 2014