William R. "Billy" Ratz

Billy, if I could say one thing to you it would be "Thank you". You have taught me what it means to be a true friend as you were to my brother and how to live your life to its fullest extent. I believe the quality of ones life is based on the relationships you make and the things you experience rather than your IQ, your salary, or how successful you are. You lived your life with more quality than most adults. Thanks for helping me see the big picture. Love you and seeya later Gerb.

Our love and sympathy's go out to you Bill and your family. The Lord chooses the time and His purpose may not be known. Our prayers will be with you. Bill and Marion

Dear Bill and Dawn,

Our prayers and thought are with you. Words cannot express the grief or ease the pain of such a traggic loss. May Lord give you the courage and strength to overcome Billy's loss. May his soul rest in peace.

Bill & Dawn, You are in my thoughts and prayers. There are no words to express the loss you must feel. Love Patty

Dear Bill & Dawn,

I did not have the opportunity to know Billy, but it is apparent that he touched the lives of many, many people in a positive, wonderful way. He was loved by everyone. I cannot express how deeply saddened I am by your loss.

Dear Bill and Dawn:

I know that there are no words that I can say to ease your pain. Just know that you and "Billy" are in my every thought and prayer.

God bless,
Cindy Kautz

Bill and Dawn - No parent should ever have to feel the pain of losing a child; we are supposed to go first. God blessed us with children and gave us a job to do. We are to love them, nurture them, and prepare them for life (both in this world and beyond). You should both be very proud because you did an excellent job as parents. That shows in the kind of person Billy was and how he positively touched so many people. His big heart came from you, and he will remain in all of our hearts...

I was always so proud of Billy and always admired how well brought up he was. He has awesome parents. I'll be his lil sis for life. Family and friends are in my prayers. Love you Billy.

Billy..you were the greatest friend..i will always miss you, but i will never forget you.
love always
meghan