Jerald "Jerry" Raticoff's Obituary
Raticoff, Jerald “Jerry”
Today we mourn the death & celebrate the life of Jerald D. Raticoff who passed away peacefully June 10, 2015. Jerry leaves behind his beloved wife & best friend Lois, and his cherished children Bruce Raticoff, Jody Fisher, Dana (Craig) Konhauzer, Debbie Moss, Laurie Polinsky (Chris Lorine), Sally Poletick, Katie Polinsky. Jerry also leaves behind grandchildren Zachary, Briana (Travis), Stephanie, Deryk (Alexa), Kyle (Liana), Ian, Samantha (Jamie), Sydney, Kent, Kristin (Ross), Justin, Annie, Rachel & Nate; great-grandchildren Elle & Sloane; beloved sister Marsha & brother-in-law Stanley Grossman. Jerry lived a full life filled with love of his family, his success in business & sports, and his work with children as a guardian ad litem. Jerry participated & finished the Boston & New York Marathons numerous times, was an avid tennis player & golfer, and managed to find time to complete & finish several tri-athalons. Although he will be sorely missed by all who loved him, we are all grateful for the wonderful memories he has left us with. He was our gift & today the world lost one of the good guys! Rest in Peace.
Chapel service 10 am Sunday, June 14, 2015 at Levitt Weinstein/Beth David, 3201 NW 72 Avenue, Hollywood, FL 33024. Arranged by Levitt Weinstein NMB (305) 932-2700. Donations may be made to Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America http://online.ccfa.org/site/PageNavigator/Honor_Memorials
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