Remember

Ida Jane Ratliff

  • March 8, 1930 - October 12, 2011
  • Washougal, Washington
Share This Obituary

Build A Family Tree

Ida Ratliff

Build Ida's Family Tree on Ancestry.com

powered by


Memories & Candles

“Very few people in my life have ever made such a great impact on my heart. You are one of the greatest examples of how to truly love a family I have...Read More » ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Nichole Davidson - Incirlik AB

“Dear Jim and family- I didn't have a long time getting to know Jane but somehow we connected at Lilly's birthday party. I enjoyed our phone calls...Read More » ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: Joyce Riggin - Longview, WA

“We will miss and love you forever grandma ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: Aaron - vancouver, WA

“Mom, you were the best Mom in the whole world, & my best friend, I miss you so much, but I know your in a better place & you dont hurt anymore, it...Read More » ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: Melody LaRue - Vancouver, WA

“Both Jim and Janey were my favorite relatives. Whenever Mom & I went over to your house, it was always a special event. You two were class acts. ...Read More » ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: Bill Miller - Vancouver, WA

“Mrs. Ratliff was my school bus driver from 3rd grade until I graduated from CHS in 1988. She was a great lady, and would always let us listen to the...Read More » ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Sandra Albrechtson

“I loved Grams as though she was my own grandmother and she treated me as though I was her grandson. I practically lived at her house every weekend...Read More » ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: Jerry Reaves - Washougal, WA

“Jane was a very special lady and will be missed tremendously. She always took special care of me as a child. Jane was the grandmother I never had....Read More » ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: Nichols family - Las Vegas, NV

“Jane, I will always be thankful for your kindness. You always made me smile and had something sweet or funny to share. You have left behide an...Read More » ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: Melissa Engler

“I am so sorry that we lost our dear Jane and the little girls will be missing so much of her in their forming years and the inside things that she...Read More » ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Della El;fers - Ellenburg, WA

“Grandma Jane you have been one of the most amazing people in my life. You have raised an amazing son Chad, and I thank you every day for giving me...Read More » ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Serina Ratliff - Washougal, WA

“What a wonderful life you lived for all these years. You and Jim are the most caring and kind people I have known. Thank you for your friendship and...Read More » ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: Sharron Koidal - Shelton, WA

“Grandma- Words can not describe what a wonderful, caring thoughtful person you were, you have touched alot of lives, you will be greatly missed by...Read More » ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: Chad Ratliff - Washougal, WA


IDA JANE RATLIFF Ida Ratliff, of Washougal, passed away on October 12, 2011 at the age of 81. She was born on March 8, 1930 in Columbia City, IN. She grew up in Missoula, MT and in married James Ratliff. They moved to Washougal in 1957 and Ida worked in the napkin department at Crown Zellerbach. She later drove school bus for the Camas Scholl District for 28 years. Ida and James had been married for 59 ½ years. She enjoyed reading and doing puzzles. She is survived by her husband, James at home; daughter, Melody (Michael) LaRue of Vancouver; grandsons, Chad Ratliff of Washougal, Aaron Jewell of Vancouver and 4 great grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be held on Sunday, October 23 from 2-4PM at Ida's home in Washougal. Burial will be private at the Washougal Memorial Cemetery. Straub's Funeral Home & Columbia River Cremation in Camas is in charge of the arrangements. To send condolences or to sign the online guest book please visit www.straubsfuneralhome.com.