Ronald M. White

Ronald shared a loving sixteen year marriage to Barbara Petoskey (Phelps) which began on April 5, 1997. He served as a PFC in the United States Marine Corps from until he was honorably discharged in 1965. Ronald coached the Traverse City boys hockey team for many years in the 1970’s. He enjoyed the great outdoors, fishing, camping, sports, birds and animals, especially dogs.

Ronald is survived by his wife Barbara, son Michael (Mandy) White, grandson Brayden White, daughter Michelle White-Konstanzer (Ken), grandchildren Kristopher and Kaitlin Konstanzer, and half brother Tom (Nina) White. He was preceded in death by his mother Lillian Bell and his stepfather Edward White. He is also survived by his father-in-law, sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws and nephews with whom he shared a mutual love.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday July 17, 2013 at noon, with visitation one hour prior at Covell Funeral Home in Traverse City. Donations to the Cherryland Humane Society would be sincerely appreciated in memory of Ron's adoration for animals. Please share your fond memories and condolences at www.CovellFuneralHomes.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Covell Funeral Home of Traverse City.