Cathy J. Ratcliff

Cathy J. Ratcliff, age 73, of Goshen, passed away on July 8, 2025, at the Goshen Hospital. She was born on August 7, 1951, to Gerald and Edna (Haslett) Birch in LaGrange, Indiana. On June 8, 1985, she married Fred Ratcliff in Elkhart, Indiana.

She is survived by her husband, Fred Ratcliff; daughter, Jeanna Ryan of Millersburg; brother Michael (Crystal) Birch of Ligonier; sister, Linda Wertman of Goshen; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sons, Fred Ratcliff Jr. and Gary Daniel Ratcliff.

Cathy's happiness stemmed from her fulfilling home life, and she had always cherished the moments she spent with her family. She was especially delighted in playing cards or piecing together one of her favorite puzzles. Cathy had also found immense joy in dancing and immersing herself in her beloved music.

A cremation committal will occur at Legacy Cremation and Remembrance Center in Ligonier.