Little League Baseball Coach Ronald Lynn Settle, 72, Passes Away Leaving Behind His Wife Kathleen Jo Phillips Settle And Two Daughters

Ronald Lynn Settle coached Little League baseball, specifically for the "Newark Braves," for several years.

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A 1971 graduate of Cario High School, Ronald Lynn Settle passed away at WVU Medical Center in Parkersburg, WV.

Ronald Lynn Settle was the son of the Late Leroy and Lela Pearl Settle.

He retired from Ames of Parkersburg, WV, after 35 years of service and coached Little League baseball, specifically for the “Newark Braves,” for several years.

Settle also enjoyed dancing, horseback riding, and shooting pool.

Coach Ronald Lynn Settle Passed Away At The Age Of 72

Ronald Lynn Settle, who coached Little League baseball, sadly took his last breath on Monday, July 1, 2025, at WVU Medical Center, at the age of 72.

However, the exact cause of death has not been revealed yet.

Close ones and relatives have poured their heartfelt condolences and sent their prayers to Ronald’s family to stay strong in this heartbreaking moment.

As per Ronald’s family, there will be no services.

Ronald Lynn Settle’s cause of death has not been revealed yet.

Ronald will always be remembered for his unforgettable contribution as a baseball coach for the Newark Braves.

Rest in Heaven, Ronald Lynn Settle.

Ronald Lynn Settle Is Survived By His Wife, Kathleen, Two Daughters, And Three Siblings

Former baseball coach Ronald Lynn Settle tied the knot with Kathleen Jo Phillips on November 16, 1973, after dating for several years.

Kathleen, 69, was born to her father, Ercle, and her mother, Carole (Marz) Phillips, on July 21, 1957.

Although Kathleen has kept her other details private, she supported Ronald in balancing his professional and personal life.

Sadly, their married life ended after 51 years, following the tragic death of Ronald.

The couple had their first child, a daughter, Kimberly Jo, 50, on July 13, 1976. They welcomed their second daughter, Rebecca Lynn, 48, on June 1, 1978.

Moreover, Ronald and Kathleen had four grandchildren: Anastasha, Dakota, Tyler, and Chase, as well as two great-grandchildren, Addison and Rhydian.

They are currently mourning the tragic loss of their supportive and devoted father, Ronald Lynn Settle.

Ronald is also survived by his two brothers, David Lee and Leroy Jr., and one sister, Patricia Jean.

As per the source, his brother, David, 76, born on February 19, 1950, tied the knot with Velda Reynolds on December 24, 1970. They share two daughters: Angela and Cindy.

On the other hand, Leroy Jr., 71, born on December 9, 1954, tied the knot with Patty Metz on June 20, 1975.

Ronald’s sister Patricia Jean, 74, born on June 7, 1952, tied the knot with Richard Reynolds on March 28, 1970. They share one child named Shelly Jean.

In Case You Didn’t Know

  • Ronald’s brother, David Lee Settle’s wife, Velda Reynolds, was born on March 25, 1951, to her father, Clifford, and her mother, Lena (Drake) Reynolds.
  • Ronald shared a close bond with his grandfather, Charles Otho, and his grandmother, Goldie May (Campbell) Settle. His father, Leroy, was born on July 6, 1926, in Wood County, WV.
  • Leroy Settle Jr’s wife, Patty Metz, was born to her father, Lester, and her mother, Dorothy (Townsend) Metz.
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