Deborah "Debbie" Ann Ratliff

Debbie was born on February 28, 1949 in Ottumwa, Iowa. The daughter of James and Lois Beswick, Stockport, Iowa. Debbie graduated from Van Buren Community High School, Keosauqua, Iowa in 1967.

On May 31, 1970 Debbie married Darrell Edward Ratliff. They raised two sons Matthew and Michael Ratliff.

Debbie was a devoted wife and loving mother to her sons. She loved growing up on the farm in Iowa. Ice skating on the Webber’s farm pond as a child. Debbie loved looking at the country. Although Debbie would never drive herself on a highway, Debbie loved her day trips to Perkins and Shawnee with Darrell. Debbie was always a bright spot to everyone’s day. Debbie would bring a smile to any face.

Debbie was preceded in death by her father James, mother Lois, brother Jim, and brother Mike.

Debbie is survived by her husband Darrell, her two sons Matthew and Michael and wife Allison, her sister Diane, grandchildren Taylor, Blake, and Bryn, nephews Jason and Jeff, and several cousins.

A graveside service for Debbie will be held Friday, September 1, 2023 at 10:30 AM at Memorial Park Cemetery, 13400 North Kelley, Oklahoma City, OK 73131.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MemorialParkOKC.com for the Ratliff family.