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James RATLIFF Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 9 to Apr. 11, 2014.


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RATLIFF, James E. Age 65, of Oxford, OH. formerly of West Alexandria, died suddenly Sat. Apr. 5, 2014. Jim owned Ratliff Sales & Leasing Inc. in Oxford, OH. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Ratliff, daughter, Heather Ratliff, both of Oxford, OH., daughter, Holly Ratliff, of Durham, N.C., his mother, Marlys Ratliff, West Alexandria, OH. 2 brothers, Dan (Connie) Ratliff, Farmersville, OH., John Ratliff, West Alexandria, and a sister, Mary (David) Graham, Melbourne, FL. Friends may call at Lindloff - Zimmerman Funeral Home, Gratis, OH. on Thurs. Apr. 10, 2014 from 5:30 to 8:30PM. A memorial service will be held 2:30 P.M. Fri. April 11, 2014 at Kumler Chapel, 650 Western College Dr., Oxford, OH. Visitation will be before the service from 2:00 P.M. to 2:30P.M. For condolences: www.lindloffzimmerman.com Donations may be made to St. Jude Hospital or "Make A Wish" Foundation.

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April 16, 2014

Diana Maggard Carruba

Mary and family... I'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our company was one of his customers. Let the happy memories of him help you through this difficult time and in the days to come.

April 14, 2014

Beth (Davis) Haidet

Carolyn, Ann Whelpton told me of Jim's passing. I'm so very sorry for you and the family. Your heart must be broken, but you're a survivor and have family and friends close by to help. Call on them, they really don't mind. Think of all the good times you had with Jim and the many years together. You were blessed to have had each other. I fondly remember my days in Oxford, enjoying the times we were able to be together. What a wonderful couple! God must have needed Jim in heaven to take him at such a young age. Blessings to you, I will keep you in my prayers.

April 10, 2014

God is a hearer of prayer. Draw close to him he will draw closeto you. Sincere condolences.

April 10, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.I'm Margie Watt's Mother. I was at your home a time or to when they and their girls laid stone a few years ago. Bonny Mapel

April 10, 2014

Carolyn, Heather and Holly -
David, Rachel, Andrew and I are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Your love for each other and as a family has always been so strong. We have loved hearing of the girls' successes as our children became adults. Our prayers are with you. Faith will sustain you, one moment at a time. Love always, Sarah, David, Andrew and Rachel Mabry

April 10, 2014

Sharon & David Coleman

Carolyn and family,
So saddened to learn of Jim's passing. I always enjoyed talking to Jim in Agee's Hardware. So glad I got to see you both a few weeks ago again. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

April 9, 2014

Carolyn, Heather and Holly
We were so shocked to hear about Jim. I will also always remember him as being so kind and soft spoken....with a warm smile on his face. Our whole community will miss him. Any help you might need is right across the street. Love, Dave and Karen Powell

April 9, 2014

Kay Green-Napier

I am so sorry for your loss! May God comfort you at this time. I did not know James but I went to school with Mary. God Bless You All.

April 9, 2014

Rebecca Suggs

I am so sorry to hear about Jim. I went to school with Dan. I am sorry for all of your loss.

April 9, 2014

Rebecca Suggs

I went to school with Dan but am so sorry for your loss.......

April 9, 2014

Rosemary Taft-Milby

Carolyn, Holly and Heather,

Mike and I are very sorry for your loss. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

April 9, 2014

Barton & Pamela Howard

Deepest, deepest condolences, Carolyn and Heather; we are greatly saddened for your loss of Jim.

April 9, 2014

So sorry . My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Ratliff family. I went to high school and Miami with Jim. Lots of great memories.

April 9, 2014

Nancy Sudwischer-Lockhart

Dan, so sorry for your loss.

April 9, 2014

Carolyn,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers now and the upcoming weeks.

Debbie Hurley

April 9, 2014

Dave and I were so saddened by the news of Jim's passing. We will miss his advice about sailing and boats and fixing boats. We will always remember him as being warm and genuine and so easy with a smile. The Tuscany Family

April 9, 2014

Judy McGinnis

Our deepest sympathy to John and all the family.

Michael and Judy McGinnis

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