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Sharon RATCLIFF Obituary
Living life to the fullest, some her interests included: music, horses, beekeeping and quilting. She competed in badminton and golf tournaments.
She lives on in our hearts as a wonderful, encouraging mother, grandmother and aunt, a patient and loving sister, and a friend who was supportive and fun. Sharon cheerfully dedicated herself to the service of others. Her joyful spirit and infectious laughter uplifted her numerous friends and family. She loved travel and adventure, and now we support her as she embarks on her ultimate journey.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Dave and Pauline Ratcliff; brother, David Ratcliff Jr.; and grandson, Dylan Vaughan. She is survived by her children, John and Cole Semones, of New Castle, Jodi Semones and Mike Bagarus, of Spring Hill, Fla.; grandchildren, Cody Semones, Joe Reynolds, of Sharpsburg, Ga.; also by her brother and sister-in-law, Mike and Ruth Ratcliff, of Claytor Lake; nieces and nephews, Jill, Gary and Bailey Hostetter, Mark Ratcliff and Justin Ratcliff.
The family will celebrate Sharon's life at Stevens Funeral Home in Pulaski, receiving friends Friday at 5 p.m. with a service at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Cindy Privette officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106A, Roanoke, VA 24018 or the American Diabetes Association, ATT: ADA Web, P. O. Box 1833, Merrifield, VA 22116.
Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski.
Memories and Condolences
for Sharon RATCLIFF
The Fall of '83
June 3, 2025
I met Mrs. Graham (as we knew her) in volleyball class at NRCC. She took an interest in me because she coached my sister in cheerleading years before. Girl crazy anyway, I was smitten immediately! Her energy was infectious! A million-dollar smile, a crazy sense of humor, a tender heart and cute as could be! All these years later I've never forgotten her. I visit her grave often and remember the way she touched my life.
susan Tomaselli
June 22, 2022
Your Mom , a dear friend will forever be missed. BLESSINGS to you all. Much love Susan
July 4, 2013
Sharon was a wonderful person, we had "Potatoe" nick names for each other, she taught me Piano, I named her new Colt ZOI (spelling)...... in my world she will surely be missed! If all goes as planned we will surely meet again!
David Clemson
July 1, 2013
Sincerest condolences for the entire family.
How you can show support
July 1, 2013
She will be missed by so many, To sharons family If I can be of help w/animals in anyway please feel free to contact me.
Susan Tomaselli [email protected]
276-228-4343 my farm is in Wythe co I also have horses am in town most every day. be well and safe Susan
Cindy Kline
June 30, 2013
Sharon was a wonderful cousin and a terrific person. She brighten the day of anyone she was around. Her spirit will live in all of us forever. We were making plans to travel together when I retire from teaching in a few years. I will miss you forever dear cousin!
Denise Bowden
June 29, 2013
My heart is broken to learn of this news today. Sharon was a dear, wonderful friend who will always live on in my heart. I know she is riding horseback on the wings of angels. Rest in peace friend.
marian (bowles) collins
June 29, 2013
Sharon was my cheerleading coach at DHS my senior year! Loved her smile and engery. We use to tease her about being from PHS but she would only grin. What an asset her life was to so many others who came in contact with her kindred spirit. My heart aches today ~ lifting prayers to her family and friends.
Brenda Pickett
June 28, 2013
Such a tragedy! We'll miss her at the quilt shop. I'll be praying for your family.
Carolyn Simpson
June 28, 2013
Dear Family, so very sorry for your Mom's death. Prayers for each of you. Love to all, Carolyn Hale Simpson. John will be remeber me as Ronny's wife.
Jane Amburn Wharton
June 28, 2013
Words fail me now. I was in high school with Sharon and she was a lovely person and interested in what you did. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. May God be with you during your time of sorrow.
Brenda (Coake) Bouschard
June 28, 2013
I knew her as Mrs. Semones at Dublin High School. She was a physical education/health teacher, I was one of her many students. We all loved her, as she was such a fun teacher, always smiling and finding the lighter side, doing her little "airplane" move, arms extended. I'm so very sorry to hear about her untimely death. I know her family must be in utter shock. My sincere sympathy and prayers to all of you. R.I.P. You are certainly missed, all of us saddened by your departure too soon.
Loretta Hall
June 28, 2013
God bless Sharon and your entire family.
Teresa Spangler
June 28, 2013
Very saddened by Sharon's passing. She was a good friend and will be missed.
Kenneth Davis
June 28, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 28, 2013
Jodi & John,
Praying that you and your families find peace and comfort during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of your mom, she was a terrific person!
Lora Whitaker Howard
June 28, 2013
Jodi and John
I am so sorry for your loss
Words cannot describe how much I will miss Sharon, she was a great friend thru and thru
I will miss and love her always
Tony Huffman
Robin Howell
June 28, 2013
Very sorry to hear of Sharon's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her whole family as they grieve this great loss.
Elizabeth Hall
June 28, 2013
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel about this great loss. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers always!
Marian McConnell
June 28, 2013
My heartfelt prayers go out to John and Cole and all the family and friends. Sharon was a lovely lady and her spirit will continue to inspire us.
Shelburn and Katherine Clark
June 28, 2013
We are so very sorry to hear about Sharon. Our love and prayers are with her precious family.
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