Search by Name

Search by Name

Nancy Ratcliff Obituary

HAMPTON - Nancy White Ratcliff, 62, died Monday, April 10, 2006. A native of North Carolina, she had been a Hampton resident for most of her life. She had worked at both Langley Federal Credit Union and the Virginia Educators' Credit Union for many years. Nancy was a member of the Yorktown Women's Club, had served as President of the Wythe Junior Woman's Club, and was a Junior Director of the Virginia Federation of Women's Clubs. She had served as a Director of the Virginia Easter Seal Society, and was a great advocate for child abuse education and prevention. She dearly loved her children, her husband, and her kitty cat, "Firsty". Survivors include her husband, Carl Ratcliff; three sons, David G. McMillan and his wife, Jan of Yorktown, Sam L. Ratcliff and Charlie A. Ratcliff both of Poquoson; two grandsons, Craig and Charles Pendleton; her brother, Alvin White, Jr. and his wife, Mary Ann of Newport News; her very special niece, Lisa White; and very special friends and neighbors, Libby Wilson and Mo, Dotty and Megan Bridgman. A funeral service will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 13, 2006 in the R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home chapel by the Rev. W. Michael Nobles. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters, 601 Children's Lane, Norfolk, VA 23507.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Daily Press on Apr. 12, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Ratcliff

Not sure what to say?





Michelle Loan

April 28, 2006

Carl,

We have thought of you every day since we lost Nancy. It's no secret of the special relationship that Paul and I have. Everyone isn't so lucky, but Carl you and Nancy were blessed to have that special bond also. When you grieve my cousin, know that we are grieving with you. When you have those great memories of closeness with our loved Nancy, know that we share those memories and closeness with you. We loved her dearly and her beautiful spirit lives on in you.

Your loving and kindred cousins,

Paul and Michelle

Susan Christensen (Burford)

April 20, 2006

Carl, I was so sorry to hear from Sandy of your wifes passing. I know how much you will miss her. Keep your memories alive in your heart. It will help as time goes by.

Rick Ratcliff

April 18, 2006

I am so sadden about Nancy. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.

ann kay walters

April 14, 2006

Carl, I am so very sorry to hear about Nancy. She was District President when I was Jr. Director. She was one of the most Lovely women I've ever met. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ann kay walters

Linda Daniel

April 13, 2006

Carl,

I was so sad and shocked to hear of Nancy's passing. I wish I had known in time to be with you and your family. Anne called and told me. She and I were just talking about you and Nancy 2 weeks ago when she and I had lunch. I remember thinking when I got Nancy's card over the holidays that we really needed to catch up. I miss the times we had together. It has been so many years and I have finally gotten to a stage in my life where I am truly happy and I would have loved to have shared that with her.

I know you hear it daily, but, please if there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I know you have a lot of good friends to rely on so please do.

Take care.

Linda

diane ellis

April 13, 2006

Carl,



On behalf of Tidewater Telephone ECU please accept our heartfelt condolences. Know that you and your family are in all of our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness.

John Ratcliff

April 12, 2006

Dear Carl and Family:



Was suprised and sorry to learn about Nancy. We must resolve to remain strong during times like these. I am sure you will remain positive and do the best that can be afforded. We love you.



J. P. and Family

Marjorie Parenteau

April 12, 2006

Carl and Family - we are so saddened by the loss of your Nancy. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you during this time of loss.



Your TX cousin - Marj and Family

David and Jana Ratcliff

April 12, 2006

Ou deepest sympathies

Tom Conroy

April 12, 2006

Carl, I am very sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your wife. Our prayers are with you and your family.



Tom Conroy

Bea Crawford

April 12, 2006

To Carl and the rest of Nancy's family,

Please accept my sincere condolence on Nancy's passing. May God grant you peace and strength, and my thoughts and prayers are with you.



Bea Crawford,

Chairman, Board of Directors, Langley Federal Credit Union

Jan McMillan

April 12, 2006

Carl and David,

I am very sad. We have lost a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. I remember Nancy telling me how touched she was when Craig gave her an Easter Card last year. He added his sentiments "You may not be the Grandma by family; but you are my grandma Nancy by Love".

We will miss Her.

My deepest sympathy to you two especially, Carl and David.

Ethan Dunstan

April 12, 2006

Carl:



Our Deepest Condolences to you and your family, we were very sorry to hear about the loss of Nancy.



Kind thoughts and Warm Regards to you and your family from all of your friends at NCR Corporation.

Margaret Whitt

April 12, 2006

We wish we could be there with you. You are in our prayers.



Love Aunt Brownie, Deanna, Jay, Justin, Erin, Tony, Trina and Sequoyah.

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results

Make a Donation
in Nancy Ratcliff's name

Memorial Events
for Nancy Ratcliff

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Nancy's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
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
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

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
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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 more
Ways to honor Nancy Ratcliff's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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