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JOSEPH RATAY Obituary
JOSEPH J.
Of Brookline, on Saturday, November 17, 2012. Beloved husband of Jean; father of Joseph R. (Gracelyn), John L. "Jake" (Jennifer), and Jennifer (Gary) Ratay; brother of Dolores Richards; grandfather of Cecelia, Margie, Katie, and Joe. Friends may call at THE FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380, MONDAY ONLY, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, 12:30 p.m. in St. Pius X Church, Brookline. Funeral Prayer at 12 Noon. Memorial contributions may be made to the V.F.W. Post of your choice.
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Mom and Dad on their wedding day. No one knew him better than my mother and I.
Jennifer Ratay
November 21, 2012
November 21, 2012
Dear Unc, while we all grieve deeply, I know your journey continues peacefully as you are cradled in the arms of those that have previously passed. My love to all. Have a cold one with dad and Donna. You are missed. Love Nephew Jim
Denny and Sandee Scalese
November 19, 2012
To the Ratay family,
I am so sorry to read about Mr Ratay. He was always so nice to me. Though it's been years since I have seen all of you, it seemed like yesterday when I read this notice online. My family will be praying for all of you.
Jennifer Horvath-Mangiamelle
November 19, 2012
So sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
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November 19, 2012
Jake...I am sorry for your loss. May happy memories quickly replace these sad days. Nancy Boyle Mason
This is "Sam" as my father affectionatley named him. He called for him often during his 2 1/2 month struggle. Thank you for your thoughts everyone!
Jennifer Ratay
November 19, 2012
Bruce Pompeani
November 19, 2012
Jennifer,
So sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
Paul J
November 19, 2012
He was one in a million. The best Uncle a kid ever had. I miss you Uncle Joe.
jeffrey henchell
November 18, 2012
My condolances, prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
Edward Christian
November 18, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss Jen.
Jackie Osegueda Hornstein
November 18, 2012
Jen, so sorry to hear about your father. May he rest in peace. Deepest condolences to you and your family. I know he will be greatly missed. God bless. Let me know if you need anything. Much love, jack
John Poiarkoff ( JP )
November 18, 2012
Sorry for your loss. Dad is now in a better place and no longer suffering. Let me know if there is anything you need.
Sandi Faber
November 18, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Jennifer and her family. May you feel God's presence and healing love during this difficult time.
Bob Kopperman
November 18, 2012
Hi Jenny, Your dad was always such a nice man, He will be missed by all
Kimberly Kovach
November 18, 2012
Jennifer, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this deeply sad time. May all of your cherished memories continue to be a source of strength in the future.
carmen capozzi
November 18, 2012
im very sorry for your loss
dave polk
November 18, 2012
in my prayers beautiful!! so sorry for your loss :(
Lori Johnson
November 18, 2012
Jenn, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers<3.
dan whipple
November 18, 2012
so sorry to hear about your loss.
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