Ronald Alan Badstuebner

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald A. Badstuebner, 89, of Punta Gorda, Florida, beloved husband of 64 years to Etta (Harney) Badstuebner. Ron passed away June 21, 2024, peacefully at home with his family by his side.

He was born on September 13, 1934 in Rockville, CT the son of the late Edward and Johanna (Hussack) Badstuebner. Ron graduated from Rockville High School in 1952 and continued his education, graduating from UCONN in 1956 where he played baseball.

Ron started out teaching Math and Science for several years and that led to teaching Physical Education at Coventry High School for 34 years. Ron was the Athletic Director and coached golf, cross country, for a few years but his true passion for basketball took over and he coached Men’s Varsity Basketball for 28 years finishing with a record of 383-230. Ron, also known as Coach B, coached his team to win the Connecticut Class S State Championship Game in 1989 and was the recipient of Connecticut’s Coach of the Year Award in 1992. One of his favorite sayings was “A winner never quits, and quitter never wins”. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and loved all sports.

In his retirement years, Ron enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, fishing, golfing and the casino. Ron & Etta enjoyed time spent with their grandchildren boating around Gardner Lake on their pontoon boat. Ron never forgot the players and students he influenced, and they never forgot him.

Ron is survived by his wife, Etta, son Frank Badstuebner and companion Jessica of Punta Gorda FL, daughter Heidi Kenary and husband Steven Needleman of Punta Gorda FL, daughter Krista Edwards and husband David of Fort Myers FL, his sister Laurie Means of Wethersfield CT, two granddaughters, Stephanie and Anya, his devoted dog Freckles, several nieces and nephews. We are most grateful for the lifelong friendship of The Curtiss Family. Ron is predeceased by his sister, Jean Giorgetti and his brother Frank Badstuebner.

The family would like to thank caregiver, Irlene, and Visiting Angels for the care and compassion they provided to Ron. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ron’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.act.alz.org). Private services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.