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Diana Ratcliff Obituary
MOSCOW - Diana Dawn Ratcliff, 47, of Moscow, died June 16, 2009, in Coeur d'Alene following a lengthy illness.
She was born May 30, 1962, in New Orleans to Gene and Sylvia Ratcliff. Diana grew up in Pocatello, graduating from Pocatello High School, where she was active on the debate team. She attended the University of Idaho and the University of Washington.
Diana worked as a paralegal in Seattle and later managed a motel in Cle Elum. She returned to the Moscow area in 2000, where she met Steven Sobotta. Their daughter, Dawn-Rose, was born in 2001. Dawn-Rose was the light of her mother's life. Diana gave her daughter the gifts of love, kindness and joy in learning about everything.
Diana is survived by Dawn-Rose and Steven of Cul de Sac; her father and stepmother, Gene and Judy Ratcliff of Hayden; her mother, Sylvia Ratcliff of Pocatello; sister, Shannon Ratcliff of Jersey City, N.J., and a brother, John Ratcliff of Pocatello.
There will be no services at this time.
Yates Funeral Home, Hayden Chapel, has been entrusted with the care of final arrangements. Please visit Diana's online memorial and sign her guestbook at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Challie Chachere
June 26, 2009
I am sorry to hear about Diana passing away. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this difficult time.
Andre & Emily Chachere
June 22, 2009
Sorry to hear of the recent passing of Diana. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time.
June 20, 2009
Sylvia and John
Our deepest sympathy to both you . My heart aches for you both. I know how nuch you loved Diana.
I admire you Sylvia. You are so stunning and gracious and you are so kind and loving to everyone. God bless you John, you are one of the most considerate people in the world.
Love
Karon & Gordon Hapke
Wayne & Jeanette Stone
June 20, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family
Louise Giedraitis
June 19, 2009
Deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved Diana.
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