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In Loving Memory Of
William LaDell Ratcliffe
August 31, 1929—July 5, 2022
Life & Legacy
William LaDell Ratcliffe, 92 passed away Tuesday July 5, 2022 surrounded by his children.
Bill was born August 31, 1929 to Delbert and Gladys Ratcliffe in Tooele, Utah. Bill spent his early years in Spring Valley, Nevada on his Grampa Boundy’s ranch. He attended school in Grantsville where he played football, basketball and track. He also served as the Student Body President. He graduated in 1948. One of Bill’s favorite past times was to drag race in his “35” Ford.
Like many of his classmates, Bill served in the Navy from 1948-1952. Upon returning from the Navy, he worked in various jobs, including carpentry and the Railroad Signal Gang. He also managed his own restaurant for a time. Bill worked for several salt plants in the area and mentored many young people that worked under him. He retired after 45 years from Morton Salt.
He married his Sweetheart Faye Miller in Elko, NV on June 25, 1955. They were blessed with 5 children. Bill and Faye were well known for their passion for dancing. Bill was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He will always be remembered for his honesty, quick wit, kindness and hard work ethic.
He is survived by his 5 children and their spouses all of Grantsville. Lynn (Jay) Anderson, Julie (Gary) Butler, Diane (Scott) Bevan, Bill (Lisa) Ratcliffe and Craig (Danielle) Ratcliffe. 17 Grandchildren, 39 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild, proudly call him Grampa Bill. He is also survived by his sister Mary June (Roland) Anderson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert and Gladys Ratcliffe, his wife Faye, brother Delano Ratcliffe and 3 grandchildren, Britt, Josh and Blake.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday July 8, 2022 at 12:00 pm. A viewing will be held the same day preceding the service from 10:00-11:30 am. Services will be held at the Grantsville West Stake Center, 115 East Cherry Street.
To view the services live, click on the link below:
https://grantsville.live/grantsville5th
The family would like to extend a heartfelt Thank you to Didericksen Memorial, the wonderful staff and nurses at Diamond Janes assisted living and Rocky Mountain Hospice, for their loving care during Dad’s final days.
Bill was born August 31, 1929 to Delbert and Gladys Ratcliffe in Tooele, Utah. Bill spent his early years in Spring Valley, Nevada on his Grampa Boundy’s ranch. He attended school in Grantsville where he played football, basketball and track. He also served as the Student Body President. He graduated in 1948. One of Bill’s favorite past times was to drag race in his “35” Ford.
Like many of his classmates, Bill served in the Navy from 1948-1952. Upon returning from the Navy, he worked in various jobs, including carpentry and the Railroad Signal Gang. He also managed his own restaurant for a time. Bill worked for several salt plants in the area and mentored many young people that worked under him. He retired after 45 years from Morton Salt.
He married his Sweetheart Faye Miller in Elko, NV on June 25, 1955. They were blessed with 5 children. Bill and Faye were well known for their passion for dancing. Bill was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He will always be remembered for his honesty, quick wit, kindness and hard work ethic.
He is survived by his 5 children and their spouses all of Grantsville. Lynn (Jay) Anderson, Julie (Gary) Butler, Diane (Scott) Bevan, Bill (Lisa) Ratcliffe and Craig (Danielle) Ratcliffe. 17 Grandchildren, 39 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild, proudly call him Grampa Bill. He is also survived by his sister Mary June (Roland) Anderson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert and Gladys Ratcliffe, his wife Faye, brother Delano Ratcliffe and 3 grandchildren, Britt, Josh and Blake.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday July 8, 2022 at 12:00 pm. A viewing will be held the same day preceding the service from 10:00-11:30 am. Services will be held at the Grantsville West Stake Center, 115 East Cherry Street.
To view the services live, click on the link below:
https://grantsville.live/grantsville5th
The family would like to extend a heartfelt Thank you to Didericksen Memorial, the wonderful staff and nurses at Diamond Janes assisted living and Rocky Mountain Hospice, for their loving care during Dad’s final days.
Memory Wall
In Honor & Remembrance
Tammie Garcia Atkin
What a wonderful father and person. May he Rest In Peace
Jul 9, 2022
Jennifer huntsman
Jennifer huntsman has purchased Blossoming Heart for William Ratcliffe
Jul 8, 2022
Your SL Realtors Family
Your SL Realtors Family has purchased Forever Remembered for William Ratcliffe
Jul 7, 2022
LisaArbonTagge
Great dance partner at the sociable!
Jul 7, 2022
Jennifer Eva
What a wonderful man. He raised amazing, loving and caring children. Truly unforgettable. Which I'm sure he and Fay are dancing to right now.
Jul 7, 2022
Monty and Teresa Mortensen
Monty and Teresa Mortensen has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for William Ratcliffe
Jul 7, 2022
Pat (King) Maddox
I'm so sorry for the loss of your Father. May you find peace and comfort in your time of sorrow.
Jul 6, 2022
Cal and Junie Gay Harlow
We are so sad to lose this good man. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of Bill’s kids and their families. May God bless you and send lots of comfort at this sad time.
Jul 6, 2022