Obituary of Ronald J. Ingrassia

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. Ronnie was predeceased by his son Richie Ingrassia, and his brothers John and Chickie Ingrassia. Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, August 6 from 2:00-5:00pm at the VanInwegen-Kenny, Inc. Funeral Home, 401 Broadway in Monticello, with a funeral service at approx 4pm. A graveside service will be held on Sunday August 7, 2016 at 10am at the Hurleyville Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the VanInwegen-Kenny, Inc. Funeral Home of Monticello. For additional information or to send an online condolence, please visit www.kennyfuneralhome.com