William Mark Ratliff Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of William Mark Ratliff of Kirksville, Missouri, who passed away on March 7, 2025, at the age of 73, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy William Mark leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though William Mark may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George William and Daisy Pearl Ratliff (Crout); and his son Peter Lorence. He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Lorence; his sons, John Ratliff of Kirksville, MO and Jeff Ratliff of Newark, MO; his sister Isabelle Jackson of Forsyth, MO; his grandchildren, Chole, Gabriel Ratliff, Raven, Jackson Caleb and Broderick Ratliff; and his nephews, Stacy and Chalon.
