Ronald E. Ratliff, Sr.
Ronald E. Ratliff, Sr., age 78 of Marysville, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Milcrest Nursing Center, Marysville. He was born September 17, 1935 in Pikeville, Kentucky to the late Emzie “Doc” and Evelyn (Christian) Ratliff.
Ron moved to Marion soon after he graduated from Pikeville High School and met Shirley Faye Dowell, whom he married in 1957 and she survives in Lakeview. Together they had five sons, Ron (Jennifer) Ratliff, Marion; Dennis (Linda) Ratliff, Prospect; George Ratfliff, Lakeview; Robert Ratliff (deceased); and Rick (Diane) Ratliff, Cardington. Also surviving are grandchildren, Kara (Brad) Lust, Ryan J. Ratliff, Rachel Ratliff, Kyle (Kendra) Ratliff, Kevin (Kelsie) Ratliff, Cody Ratliff, Kristen Ratliff, Ally (Ryan Wall) Ratliff, great-grandchildren, Nash Lust, Gavin Ratliff and William Wall, a brother, Donnie Justice; two sisters, Faye Hunt and Carolyn Ratliff, and an uncle, Ed Christian. He was preceded in death by a brother, Glen Justice and a sister, Kay Ratliff.
Ron lived in Marysville for many years and worked at Eljer Plumbing until they closed and then worked in Hilliard at NIFCO until he retired. He was an avid Kentucky Wildcats, Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Browns fan. Ron also loved horse races and playing cards. His love of sports was passed down to his sons and grandchildren. Ron had a knack for numbers and never forgot anyone’s birth date. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Friends may call on Friday, November 22, 2013 from 4 to 6 PM at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Richwood. There will be no public services. Private family burial will take place at a later date in the Shoup (Thompson Twp.) Cemetery.
Memorial gifts may be made to Loving Care Hospice, P. O. Box 613, Marysville, OH 43040 or Milcrest Nursing Center Activities Fund, 730 Milcrest Drive, Marysville, OH 43040.
Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com
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