Ronald Ingrassia, a
loving husband, father, grandfather, and horse trainer/driver at the Monticello
Raceway, passed away on Thursday, August 4th, 2016 at his home in Hurleyville
surrounded by his family. He was 75.
The son of the late
Charles Ingrassia and Elizabeth Cerullo Ingrassia, he was born November 7, 1940
in Corona, NY.
Ronnie was first a
family man - he loved being with his children and grandchildren. He was also a
lifelong horseman. Harness racing was in his blood from an early age. He raced
professionally as driver for 30 years from 1962 until 1992, and continued on as
a trainer until his death. With over 900 wins as a driver, his best year was
1982 where he had 862 starts and 160 wins.
Ronnie leaves behind his
wife Carol, his daughter Barbie, his sons Ricky & Randy, 8 grandchildren -
Hailey (14), Richie
(14), Hannah (13), Kaytlyn (10), Lilly (9), Ashley (9), Anthony (7) and Joey
(2), his son/daughters in law Jake, Jennifer, and Kathleen, his brother Frank
& Jacquie Ingrassia, his brother Robert & Carol Ingrassia, his sister
Lenora & Jay Sperling, and his sister Betty Lou Ingrassia Carroll &
Danny, and his many nieces and nephews to numerous to mention.
A graveside service
was held Sunday August 7, 2016 at the Hurleyville Cemetery.
