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Robert Ratto Obituary

Robert J. Ratto Passed away quietly at his home in San Rafael on June 3rd, 2008, surrounded by loving family. Bob was born in 1933 in San Francisco to Leo and Lillian Ratto. He attended Sacred Heart High School, served in the U.S. Army and retired in 1991 after 32 years in the insurance industry. Bob is survived by his wife of 47 years, Ann; his sons Robert (Jane), John (Kay); grandchildren Elizabeth, Bobby, and baby Wilhelmina; his sister Dolores and several loving nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Preceding him in death was his sister Leona. Upon retiring Bob loved to travel. He had a wonderful sense of humor and tears of laughter upon hearing a good story. Family and friends are invited to honor his memory at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 19th at the Spinnaker Restaurant in Sausalito, 100 Spinnaker Drive, Sausalito, CA. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be given in name of the deceased to Hospice By the Bay, 17 E. Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ste. 100, Larkspur, CA or Disabled American Veterans P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal on Jun. 10, 2008.

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Milton Mulligan

June 18, 2008

Dear Ratto's,

Although I had lost contact over the years I still retain fond memories of Bob, Larry Buckley, and many other Sacred Heart pals.
Bob will be in my daily prayers.

Nolly & Brian Lamberts

June 16, 2008

Dear Rattos,

Brian & I were so sad to hear about Bob's illness and final outcome. We have such pleasant memories of him at different functions that we all attended. I remember when Brian had back surgery, Bob offerred to come to our home in Mill Valley and keep him company during Brian's recouperation time. He was a very thoughtful person and will be missed.
So sorry we will not be able to attend the memorial but will raise a toast in his honor.

Mike and Carol Mitchell

June 16, 2008

Dear Ann. A shock. We hadn't seen you or Bob is quite a while but always kept up via John.

Bob and I always enjoyed a quiet Memorial Day celebration.

Julie Dirrane

June 13, 2008

Fond memories of Bob growing up.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Julie Mayer Dirrane

Gesine Fournell-Anger

June 12, 2008

Dear Ratto Family - I am so very sorry to hear about Bob's passing.
I remember having been so very impressed for the great things that Bob stood for, i.e. being a wonderful husband and terrific father of which he shared many stories with us that worked with him.
Bob was indeed one of my most memorable mentors on the path of my career - Many blessings and prayers to this wonderful family -

Jane Pennington

June 9, 2008

Bob was a wonderful friend and outstanding member of our insurance community. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him.

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