Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1936
DIED
2020
John Ratai Obituary
John Ratai of Luther, Okla., went to be with His Lord on Dec. 27, 2020.
He was born Sept. 23, 1936, in Connellsville, a son of the late John Ratai and Mary (Benko) Ratai.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Joseph G. Ratai.
John was a graduate of Connellsville High School with the Class of 1954. John will be greatly missed.
He leaves behind his wife of 64 years, Judy (Thomas) Ratai; three daughters, Lisa Mansell and husband Larry, Carri Douglas and husband Todd, and Julie Davis and husband Trey; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Beatrice Lepre of Wilmington, Del., Mary Talone and husband Salvatore, and Nancy Wade and husband Larry; sister-in-law, Diane Ratai, all of Connellsville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held Jan. 4, 2020, at Luther Cemetery in Luther, Okla.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Ratai
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in John Ratai's name
Memorial Events
for John Ratai
How to support John's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor John Ratai's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
