Norman G. Ratliff, “Gran’dad” was everything from gentleman to a tough SOB. He was an accomplished musician, guitarist, singer, craftsman, builder, marksman, taxidermist and traveler. He sought excitement, enjoyment, happiness and pleasures each of his pursuits provided him.
He displayed a firm, sturdy demeanor that protected his kind, gentle heart. His many friendships over the years were true and sincere. Norman’s greatest accomplishments, however, were as a family man, son, brother, father, granddad and he excelled as a husband to his beloved wife, Cathy, of 27 years.
His memories and journey continue through his surviving sister, Patsy Hensley; son, Norman Ratliff II; daughter, Catherine E. (Jimmy) Scanlon; son, Patrick A. (Carla) Strickland; grandchildren, Lawrence Strickland, Sebrenna Walker, Tristen Strickland, Marissa Scanlon, four great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Private family services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Hillsboro Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lifepath Hospice.