David Leon Ratliff Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of David Leon Ratliff of Eminence, Missouri, born in Ellington, Missouri, who passed away on January 27, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of David Leon Ratliff or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Though David Leon may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those David Leon touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Marvin Ratliff and Alma Ratliff (Miner); his siblings, Jerry Ratliff and Helen Bernadine; and his wife Rosemary Ratliff.
He is survived by: his sons, Jaron "J. D." Ratliff (Ashley) and Theron "T. J." Ratliff; and his siblings, Don Ratliff (Patricia), Betty Lou Johnson and Barbara Mathews. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation was held on Friday, February 14th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Yarber Mortuary- Eminence Chapel (18221 Main St, Eminence, MO 65466).
