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Devon M. Ratchford

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Cotner Funeral Home

7369 East Main Street

Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Devon Ratchford Obituary

RATCHFORD Devon M. Ratchford, 37, Thornville, OH, went to be with his mother, Aileen, on Friday, September 3, 2010. An Eagle Scout and a graduate of Wittenberg University and Kettering College of Medical Arts, Devon was a Physician Assistant for Diley Medical Group in Pickerington. Survived by his beloved son, Ryan; brother, Chris; father, Robin (Sandy); and aunt, Kitty. Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Broad Street Presbyterian Church, 760 East Broad Street, near downtown Columbus at 2 p.m. Friday, September 10, 2010. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the "Ryan M. Ratchford College Advantage 529 Plan" in care of Ohio Tuition Trust Authority, P.O. Box 691078, Cincinnati, OH 45269-1078. Arrangements by COTNER FUNERAL HOME, Reynoldsburg.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Sep. 9, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Devon Ratchford

36 Entries

Sonya Caruso

July 20, 2011

Ratchford Family
I wish your family my deepest sympathies. I was a friend of Devon from Wittenberg. As I knew him, he was one of those rare people who could light up a room with his presence. He had a vitality and love of adventure and the outdoors that was contagious, I always looked forward to spend time with him. He also had a depth of spirit and a sensitivity toward others that was a true gift. Devon was a beautiful person, I am blessed to have known him.

September 15, 2010

Ratchford Family,
With my strongest, deepest, sympathy. I am so sorry. Devon was a delight to be around.
Rhonda Bolon

Maggie Hoffman

September 15, 2010

Chris,
I am so sorry to hear about Devon passing away. I will keep you and your family in my prayers during this rough, emotional time.

Maggie Gilliam Hoffman

Dara Worley Goodare

September 13, 2010

Chris and Ratchford Family -
Please accept my deepest sympathies. May you take comfort in knowing that Devon will always be with you.
Wishing you warm memories and peace.

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Crystal McFarland

September 12, 2010

Devon had the most patience, compassion and understanding towards his elderly patients. He would always take his time when he came to see them. I remember one day he came for his rounds and I had a patient that was doing poorly in the room next to his patient. Even thought this resident wasn't his patient he went over, held her hand and waited with her until the ambulance came. The last thing she said before leaving was he was an angel. Devon you will be greatly missed here. Look around up there because there is a resident that will be so happy to see her angel again.

John and Cheryl Zeiger

September 11, 2010

Dear Robin and family,
Our very deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers will continue for you during this difficult and heartbreaking time.

September 11, 2010

Dear Robin and family,
Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy go out to you and you loved ones.

Sarah(Doran)and Lowell Phillips
Lexington, Ohio

Cheryl Powell-Steving

September 10, 2010

I wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. At one time Devon was my neighbor and my coworker but he ~always~ was a good friend. He will be greatly missed. May God bring his family peace in this difficult time.

Kelley Doyle

September 10, 2010

You will be truly missed. You were a great healthcare provider who went out of your way to help my son when our insurance wasn't going to cover a procedure. I also enjoyed being your coworker. My prayers go out to your family now.

Jennifer Ward Reed

September 10, 2010

I will never forget the good times I had with Devon. May you be at peace in heaven with your mom. My love and prayers go to all of his family and friends.

Diana and Brad McClellan

September 10, 2010

Devon was a good man. He will live on in our heart and the hearts of his family and friends.

Matt Rowe

September 10, 2010

Ryan and Ratchford Family,
Devon was a fraternity brother of mine at Wittenberg University. He was always a positive influence and I am proud to say that I knew him. My family and I extend our deepest sympathies to you all and hope you can find peace.

sherry gibson

September 10, 2010

May your friends and family be near, and GOD put his arms around you to protect and guide you through this great loss"DEVON"

lindsay

September 9, 2010

You will be truly missed by everyone especially patients and co workers....my heart goes out to your family especially ryan! God bless them always!

Beth Bentley

September 9, 2010

I have come to know Devon through Chris' stories. What an amazing person to garner the admiration and adoration of your older brother. My heart goes out to the Ratchford family. May God guide you through this difficult time.

Megan Ratchford

September 9, 2010

I am so sorry to hear you are no longer with us. My deepest sympathies to Chris, Robin and kitty. :(

September 9, 2010

Chris,
Mom called me tonight with the sad news of Devon's death. I'm so very sorry for your family's loss and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle (Rutherford) Cox

Travis Rogers

September 9, 2010

I went to elementary school at French Run with Devon. We were both officers in the crossing guard. Ha. what fun memories. My mother just ran across his obit. I had a lot of great memories with him and his brother Chris. I am very sad to see such a great childhood friend go.

Angie Grandstaff

September 9, 2010

Chris, Robin, Kitty and Ryan --- Words can't say how sorry I am for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Presidential Classroom (Caucus 11) 1991

Nikki Wade

September 9, 2010

Great times, great memories. I will never forget! My heart goes out to all who have lost him.

Fran Bellman

September 9, 2010

I shall remember Devon as the little kindergartener in my room who had a great sense of humor. I am sorry that I did not know him as an adult. My thoughts are with you all. Fran Oliver(Tschanen) Bellman

Lisa & Devin Bolon

September 9, 2010

Devon was a great friend and he will be truly missed. He will live on in our hearts and memories. His family will be in our prayers.

Wendi Hewitt Stern

September 9, 2010

Mr. Ratchford, Chris and family, it has been many years since I have had the pleasure of seeing any of you, but my heart is saddened to hear of Devon's passing. I do hope you are able to find some peace in the joyous memories.

Melissa Hammer

September 9, 2010

Devon you will be missed always! You were the best!! It was sooo good to work with you again! God Bless you, Ryan, and all of your family!!! Love Always!!!

Precious!

Melissa Hammer

September 9, 2010

Robin, Chris, and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss.
Buck and Gert Worley

Kelsey Crook

September 9, 2010

Devon was a wonderful person who put heart into everything he did. I am a nurse who has worked with Devon and have come to call him a good freind. he will be missed my many, my sympathy to his family and friends. Most of all his son Ryan. You are all in my prayers as Devon watches over us.God bless.

Cheryl Cooper

September 9, 2010

It was my pleasure to train with Devon during my preceptorship as a physician assistant. He was caring, fun and a lively person to be around. His patients really liked him and his easygoing manner put them at ease. I was sorry to hear of his passing, and I will say a prayer for his son and family.

Michelle Watson

September 9, 2010

Our sincerest sympathies to Megan, Ryan, and the Ratchford family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please know that we are thinking of you and Devon. God Bless.

September 9, 2010

As an old friend of the Kearney/Darst family, I extend my heartfelt condolences to each and every one of you in the Ratchford, Kearney and Darst families. Very special love to dear, sweet Ryan. Sending prayers of healing and peace during the difficult days ahead.
Love to all, Janie Lusk, aka Mrs. Yusk to Megan & Sean (St Petersburg, FL)

Connie & Dave Gallucci

September 9, 2010

We can't seem to find any words of comfort for your family. Except that your Mother and Grandmother were there to greet Devon with open arms. Please accept our sincerest condolences.

Chrystle McCormick

September 9, 2010

My heartfelt sympathies to Devon's family. He was a wonderful person. Truly compassionate and loving. I am proud to say he was my friend. He will be greatly missed by all. Love his family from CMG.

September 9, 2010

Devon we will all miss you so much! Your friendship, your kindness & for just being an all around great guy. Love all your friends of Buckeye Lake!

Nancy Cruit

September 9, 2010

To the family of Devon.

I was a patient of Devon in Lancaster for over a year after I had my cancer operation. I found him to be the most sensitive person...friendly person and he had such a deep knowledge of a promising Dr. to be.

I remember him as trying his hardest to get my blood thinner just right...trying for the few months up to March. I saw the joy in him when he finally succeeded.

I remember he said I didn't have to come back as I was having my INR drawn at a lab and Devon's receptionist would just give me a call.
He said he was leaving for Pickerington. I got my good-by hug from the finest Dr. Assistant a person could have.

You have my DEEPEST SYMPATHY!

Stephannie Ross

September 9, 2010

Devon you will be greatly missed!!! My sincerest sympathies to your family during this hard time. Love you Devon!!!!

The LeBeau Family

September 9, 2010

My heart goes out to the family and friends of Devon. He will be missed by many but forgotten by few. His son Ryan will have special memories of the good times with his father, All the car shows, boating activities and vacations they were able to take and of course the extra special times with Devon out at his grandfathers while playing and learning of his fathers childhood as they walked and played together. God Bless You All..

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