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Lois Ratzlaff Obituary
November 4, 2023
Fresno, California - Lois Ratzlaff was born May 24, 1953, in Kingsburg, California. She died November 4, 2023, comfortably, at her home in Fresno, California.
Lois worked as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health for over 30 years, where she contributed to the mental well-being of hundreds of people.
At home, she enjoyed cultivating iris plants in her flower beds and sharing the bulbs with friends who now have iris gardens of their own.
Lois also lived a life of service, supporting the work of her congregation, Mennonite Community Church.
Lois is survived by her sister Ruth E. Ratzlaff, of Fresno, and numerous cousins and friends.
The graveside service will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday November 29 at Kingsburg Cemetery, 12782 E Clarkson Avenue, Kingsburg, California.
The memorial service will be at 2 p.m. November 29 at Mennonite Community Church, 5015 E Olive, Fresno, California. The service will be available on Zoom.
Memorial gifts may be made to the Deacons Fund, Mennonite Community Church, 5015 E Olive, Fresno, California 93727.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lois Ratzlaff
Donald Goertzen
June 3, 2024
So sad to learn of Lois' passing. She was a very good person.
--Donald Goertzen
Philippines
Scheree Lau
April 20, 2024
Rest in peace Lois: I will remember sharing an office when we worked at the County. I admired your integrity and sense of humor.
Barb Ashworth
November 29, 2023
Ruth, My heart felt sympathy goes out to you. I am so grateful to have had some good visits with Lois over the last few years. You are in my thoughts at this time of grieving. May all your good memories help with the healing.
Liz Zemke
November 29, 2023
So sorry for your loss and was planning on attending funeral but am still with patient/client. My sincere apologies for missing. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Donna Stucky
November 28, 2023
Ruth, sending our love and sympathy. Wish we could be there for Lois´s service, but we will be with you on Zoom
Donna Stucky
November 28, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Rosemary S
November 28, 2023
Ruth,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I knew Lois for a very short time and in this time I saw a person that no matter what she was going through she was still very humble, caring, & loving. I was very blessed to have crossed paths with her. Once again my deepest condolences Ruth keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Paulette Janian
November 27, 2023
Dear Ruth, My sincere sympathy to you on the loss of your beautiful sister. May your cherished memories and your faith give you comfort at this difficult time. Thinking of you and hoping you are well. Sincerely, Paulette Janian
Brian
November 26, 2023
Professionally, Lois selflessly committed herself to serve and contribute to the health and well-being of Fresno County residents, as well she was a mentor to many future licensed clinicians.
May she Rest in Peace.
Kari
November 23, 2023
Lois was the most authentic person I know. She said what she thought and I valued that tremendously. We also had a lot of fun. She left way too soon and I will miss her forever.
Rita
November 22, 2023
Lois had a good sense of humor, and was also steady in serving the mental health community with Fresno County. Our sincerest condolences and gratitude to her family for sharing her with us.
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