Ronald Carver Obituary
December 4, 1958 - October 4, 2025
Jonesport, Maine
Ronald Duane Carver, 66, of Jonesport, passed away peacefully at Eastern Maine Medical Center on October 4, 2025, after a brief illness.
Ronnie was born on December 4, 1958, in Jonesport, Maine, to Rosalie and Calvert Carver. A proud 1977 graduate of Jonesport-Beals High School, he was active in town team sports, playing both basketball and softball.
Ronnie was a lifelong fisherman and the proud captain of his fishing vessel, Mr. T. He began his career worming, clamming, and working on supply boats serving offshore oil rigs before returning home to fish alongside his father. In time, he captained his own boat, continuing the legacy of hardworking watermen in his family.
In addition to life on the water, Ronnie was a skilled carpenter and a true jack-of-all-trades-someone you could always count on to fix or build just about anything.
In 1990, Ronnie married the love of his life, Lisa, and together they raised their son, Terrell, who was the pride and joy of his life.
Ronnie found happiness in simple pleasures and the company of good friends. The Wigwam and the Back Forty were two of his favorite places to unwind and held a special place in his heart. He also enjoyed golfing, dancing, fly fishing, hunting, and playing cornhole at The Barn-always with a laugh and a story to tell.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Lisa, and their son, Terrell Carver. He also leaves behind his brothers Billy Blackwood and Steven Carver, and his sister-in-law, Dorothy Blackwood, as well as many cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Randy Blackwood, and his parents, Rosalie and Calvert Carver.
Ronnie will be remembered for his big heart, sharp wit, and the deep love he held for his family and community. He lived life on his own terms-with salt in his blood and kindness in his soul.
A graveside service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery, Jonesport, on October 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.
He will be missed.
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Stanley and Betty Beal
Yesterday
We send our condolences to you Lisa and family. Lossing a loved one is so difficult, but please know that we do have a way of healing and there will be a time when your precious memories will be there for you.
John Pelletier
Yesterday
My very deepest condolences and heart felt sympathies to the friends and family of this great man. I too will miss Ronnie. I will miss our conversations with his sometimes funny and witty comebacks. I didn't see him around a lot, but I always knew he was my friend. It was always good to see him and to talk with him for a bit...
Sonny
October 7, 2025
We´re going to miss you Buddy, hit `em long and straight on God´s golf course!
Sharon Church
October 7, 2025
What a sad, sad, day October 4th was
Ronnie you took us by surprise and way to soon! No time for goodbyes or to make more
Memories! But the years I have know you and your extended family spending lots of summers at the lake have created so many!
RIP Ronnie, knowing we all love you and will miss you so much
So sorry Lisa and Terrell for your loss speak often of this man you called husband and dad
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