Sebring, Florida
Ray William
Whitlatch
Ray William Whitlatch, of Sebring, FL, died on October 26, 2008. Born August 24, 1927, he was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Emma Whitlatch, and his brother, Harold Whitlatch. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rita Ann Belfield Whitlatch, his children Jim Whitlatch (Joan), Kathy Strong (Glen), Dick Whitlatch (Chris); Mary Jo DiSalvo, Martha Fay (Jack); and John Whitlatch; grandchildren include Jim Whitlatch, John Whitlatch, Jackie Gonzalez, Erin McKelley, Carrie Boyd, Carl Whitlatch, Diane Betz, Sam DiSalvo, Matt DiSalvo, Eddie Fay, Bryan Fay, Kelley Fay, Kelsey Whitlatch, Kristen Whitlatch, and John Michael Whitlatch (deceased). Ray is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren. Ray was Vice President of Sales at Ohio Ferro Alloys Corporation, Canton, OH, and served as President of the Foundrymen's Society, Ohio Chapter. A lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, he was an active member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Canton, OH, where he served as a lector and St. Vincent de Paul volunteer. Ray was commissioned a Kentucky Colonel by the governor of Kentucky. He was an avid fisherman and golfer and a member of Sun ‘N Lakes Golf Club in Sebring, FL. A memorial Mass will take place at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, where Ray was a member. A celebration of Ray's life will follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601-7633.
Stephenson Nelson,
863-385-0125
Mary Jo, Sam & Matt: Sorry to hear about your loss of your Dad and grandfather. Bill, Brian and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Betsy Becker
October 31, 2008 | Dublin, OH
Mrs. Whitlatch, Kathy, Jim, Dick, Mary Jo, Martha and Johnnie. Mom told me of your loss last night. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Your husband and father was a wonderful man whom I always looked up to.
Bruce Miller
October 30, 2008 | Houston, TX
Kathy & Family -
I was so sorry to hear today about the death of your father. I understand your feelings having just lost my father in Aug. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
Diana (Bedford) Cooper
October 30, 2008 | Canton, OH
Mary Jo, so sorry to hear of your loss, keeping you and your family in our prayers, Tom and Kathy Murnane
Tom Murnane
October 30, 2008 | Dublin, OH
Dear Kathy,
Although it's been almost 43 years since I left Canton just before end of junior year, I often reflect back to close friends and classmates. It was with sadness that I read of your fathers passing. May you stay strong at this difficult time,and may God Bless you and your family.
Allan Doerner GHS '67
Allan Doerner
October 29, 2008 | Painesville, OH
Kathy and family, My deepest condolences on your loss. May sweet memories be the paradise of your mind. Love, Judy Hoover
Judy Hoover
October 29, 2008 | Canton, OH
Dear Rita and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Ray was a wonderful man and I have many pleasant memories of him and all of you.
Ray will be missed by many.
Linda Lee
October 29, 2008 | Charlottesville, VA
Mary Jo -- Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Szymkowiak
October 29, 2008 | Dublin, OH
You welcomed me into your family with open arms. I will miss you terribly Grandpa Ray. Love always
Julie McKelley
October 29, 2008 | Canton, OH
