Nathan Don Ratts

Nathan “Don” Ratts passed away Friday, November 8, 2013 after a brief illness.  Born September 15, 1939 in Weatherford Texas to Dennis and Monta May Ratts.  Don married his bride, Linda Woods in 1962.  They spent their lives in the Weatherford area where they raised their two daughters, Leah and Donna.  Don had three careers throughout his life; aircraft mechanic, quality control officer and corrections officer.  Don was a loving caring father and husband.  After 43 years of marriage Don lost his soul mate Linda when she passed away in 2006. 
Don will be greatly missed by his survivors, they include his daughters, Leah (Rodney) Riedel and Donna (David) Blaylock; his mother in law, Ruth “Nan” Woods; three grandchildren, Colby McLin, Mallory Riedel, and Jonathan Blaylock; great grandchildren, Matthew Wilke and Isabella Blaylock; step great grandchildren, Victor Uvalle, Hailey “Sam” Wilke and Stella Wilke and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 
Don is preceded in death by his bride Linda Woods, his sisters Violet Beverly and Ruby Davis; his brother, Dennis “Junior” Chandler and his parents.

A visitation will be Monday evening, November 11, 2013 from 6 – 8 pm at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 10:30 am at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel.

 Per Don’s request in lieu of flowers, please give to the NRA.