Mt. Zion – Philip W. Ratcliff, 34, of Mt. Zion, passed away at 7:44 p.m., Monday, May 23, 2011 in St. Mary’s Hospital Emergency Room.
A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, May 26, 2011 at North Fork Cemetery, Decatur. Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion is assisting the family with services. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com. Memorials may be made to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Gateway Chapter, Suite #480, 77 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146.
Philip was born November 11, 1976 in Decatur, IL the son of Steven and Caroline (Swindle) Ratcliff. He was a 1995 graduate of Mt. Zion High School and worked as a concrete finisher for Mike Jones Masonry.
Surviving are his parents; Steven and Caroline Ratcliff of Homosassa, FL; girlfriend: Libby Kapper of Mt. Zion; sister: Julie Miller and her husband Anthony of Mt. Zion; paternal grandparents: Herbert and Charlene Ratcliff of Homosassa, FL; niece: Brooklyn Miller of Mt. Zion; nephew: Logan Miller of Mt. Zion; many aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents and his nephew: Ryan Christopher Miller.
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| Shelly (Storey) Thomas |
Praying for you |
May 26, 2011 |
To Phil's family & friends,
I am so sorry to hear about Phil. My brother, Mike, & I went to high school w/Phil & I had the pleasure of working with him for a short period of time at Casey's. I always smiled when I would I see that we were both scheduled together for an evening shift. I always enjoyed my job much more when I worked with him. He helped to make the time go by quickly & it was always enjoyable. He will truly be missed. I pray that God will give you the comfort you need during this difficult time.
With my deepest sympathy,
Shelly (Storey) Thomas
| Roger & Lynette Tate |
Thinking of you |
May 26, 2011 |
Steve & Caroline,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. The loss of a child is a parent's worst nightmare. We are thinking of you all and cannot begin to think how awful this is for you. The few times we saw Philip, he was so nice. Reminded me of you, Steve. If there is anything we can do, just call on us.
Roger & Lynette
| Vickie Ratcliff |
Missing Phil |
May 26, 2011 |
Steve, Carolyn & Julie. Just want you to know how much your family is in our family's thoughts. We know what you are going through. It's been three years since I lost my brother, and I still think of him every day. When I'm able to talk about it I have a cute story I would like to tell you about Philip. He reminded me alot of Dave (personality-wise) and I loved him.
Since Philip moved from 206 Holiday Drive in Decatur I have had no contact with him. I was shocked and saddened to learn of his untimely death. I recall our brief, pleasant conversations when I delivered neighborhood news flyers. I send my sympathy and prayers for comfort to his family and dear friends.
Verlyn Rosenberger
President
Holiday Hills Neighborhood Organization
| Heather Harminson (HUddleston) |
We love you Phil!! |
May 26, 2011 |
Phil was a amazing man. I have shared many great memories with phil. He will always hold a special place in my heart. He NEVER turned his back on me and was always a true friend. My heart and prayers go out to all Phil's family & friends. As I say my good byes today it is not forever, I will always think of you, love you, and we will meet again sometime... I will always hold a special place in my heart for you phil!!!
