WOOSTER Richard C. Ratzel, 84, of Wooster passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at Burbank Park Nursing Home.
He was born September 10, 1937 in Wooster the son of Albert J. and Beulah Rouhier Ratzel. He married Judith K. Maxwell on November 28, 1958. She survives.
He had been a truck driver for Frito Lay for 22 years and for Wooster Motor Ways for 22 years. Richard was a member of the Church of the Cross United Methodist Church and the Wooster Elks. He enjoyed pitching horse shoes, riding motorcycles, camping and farming.
He proudly served his country with the U.S. Army.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Judy, are his children Rick (Trista) Ratzel of Wooster and Terri (Rick) Heffelfinger of Jeromesville; grandchildren Richie Ratzel, Brittany Moser, Nick Ratzel, Erica Heffelfinger and Ryan Heffelfinger; great-grandchildren Addison, Gavin and Mia Moser and Ridge Heffelfinger.
He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Albert and Clifford Ratzel and Audrey Beaverson.
Friends will be received 2 hours prior to the 1:00 p.m. service on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster with the Rev. Kris Patt officiating. Burial will follow in Sherwood Memorial Gardens.
Those who wish may make memorial contributions to People-To-People Ministries, 454 E. Bowman St., Wooster, OH 44691 or to Church of the Cross United Methodist Church, 5100 Cleveland Rd., Wooster, OH 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
Memorial Contributions
People-To-People Ministries, 454 E. Bowman St., Wooster, OH 44691 or to Church of the Cross United Methodist Church, 5100 Cleveland Rd., Wooster, OH 44691,
Service
Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral Home
Visitation
Tuesday, November 30, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!
So sorry for your loss! I remember him as a kind man!
Prayers for you all. Much Love.
Judy and Family, please accept my deepest sympathy on Dick’s passing. Sending healing thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Keith and I are so sorry for your loss. We used to see your folks at the fish fry at Jeromesville. I know he was a wonderful father to you. Hold close to your memories. Miss seeing you, but don’t miss the work.
Our condolences to Judy & the Ratzel family on Richard’s passing. We were fellow drivers at Frito-Lay back in the seventies & have stayed in touch over the years. We always enjoyed the free-range brown eggs Rich & Judy provided. He was a good guy & will be missed. We are so sorry that we will not be able to attend the funeral due to Covid exposure.
John & Cindy Parker
Hi Judy and family, I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Richard! My prayers are with you! Love, Myrt
Our thoughts and prayers are with Judy and the entire Ratzel Family.
Gene and I are sorry for your loss. Never easy to say goodbye to a loved one.
You’re in our prayers.
Judy and family, our deepest condolences in the passing of Richard. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry we will be unable to attend the service as we are out of town.
Terri, we are very sorry for the loss of your Dad. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
With sincere sympathy to Judy and the entire Ratzel family. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Our sympathy is going out to the Ratzel family. Richard and Roger would love to pick on each other whether it was at the fair or the store. May memories give you peace.
Thank you for your service. Condolences to the family.
Judy and family,
We are sorry to hear of Rich passing. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers
are with you and your family at this difficult time. We have many fond memories
going back to a time when your children were growing up. The years certainly
pass us all by so quickly.
May God Bless you all.
Fred & Nancy
Thank you to everyone who posted remembrances and condolences to our family about my dad’s passing! I loved reading all the comments! My dad was a very special person and we will miss him and his quirky humor!! He enjoyed his life and we are thankful for that! Thank you, all, again!