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WELLER, Isabelle “Belle” (Ratz): Our Beautiful Belle passed away at Jessica’s House, Residential Hospice, in Exeter, Ontario on Thursday, May 13, 2021, at the age of 75. Loving wife of Roger. Loved mother of Jacqueline. Dear sister-in-law of Wayne Ratz, Bonnie Ratz, Barb and John Gibson and Hugh McKay. Remembered by her nieces and nephews; Jeff and Dana, Ryan and Rob, Brent and Chris, Meagan and Todd, Kathy, Mark and Jan. Survived by her great-nieces and nephews Josh, Dylan, Kristen, Jace and Rhian. Predeceased by her parents George and Isabelle Weller, in-laws Gordon and Helen Ratz, brother-in-law Bill, sister-in-law Katherine, sisters Dottie and Patricia and niece Patti. At Belle’s request cremation will take place, with a Celebration of Life when COVID permits. The Ratz Family will receive Friends and Family who wish to pay their respects for a Drive-By Visitation at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, on Saturday, May 22, 2021, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. PLEASE no flowers, if desired, memorial donations (payable directly to the charity) to Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, South Huron Hospital or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
A Thank you letter to Belle
Dear Belle
Thank you for helping us get through this terrible, lonely trip that, in reality,
you had to make yourself.
Thank you for the selfless way that you always cared about everyone else
without expectation of anything in return. Your Kindness knew no bounds.
Thank you for taking a small disadvantaged child and giving her the love and focus of your life.
Thank you for all the dogs and cats and other assorted creatures that you rescued. Thank you
for crying when they passed on.
Thank you for 42 years that you so attentively gave to our relationship and marriage. Thank you
for always trying to make it better. You were the most wonderful friend and lover that a man
could ever have wanted. Thank you for always being there.
Thank you for the love and attention That you gave your own birth family. The joys and sorrows
of watching your own loved ones live and then slip away.
Thank you for accepting your in-law family as your own. You were the queen of this family.
Thank you for leaving behind so many wonderful friends and acquaintances. They have provided
tremendous solace to your families at this sad time.
Finally, Belle. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Thank you for being the kind of person that broke all our hearts when you left us.
We will never forget you, and your spirit will live on in us forever.
God Bless you Belle–Rest in Peace
Guest Photos
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Dave Frayne
To Roger, Jacque, family and friends:
Sorry for your loss, our condolences.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
Susan Horton
So Very sorry to hear of the passing of Belle.
Our Prayers are with you.
June Dunn, Paul & Susan Horton
Bob and Helen Coates
Roger and Jacqueline. We send our sincere condolences on the loss of a dear wife and mother. We remember a friendly and fun loving lady who was
a lovely member of our Rebekah lodge. It was our pleasure to get to know her. May your memories comfort you as your remember so many good times.
Bob and Helen Coates
Liz Herman
Dear Roger and “Jacq”: I am so saddened to read of Belle’s passing. I was so blessed to meet Belle and Jacquie when I worked at Community Support for Families. Belle always made my day when we had our visits, she was a very special person. Hugs sent to both of you, thank Heaven’s for memories, where would we be without them. RIP dear Friend!!!
Heather Evans
Roger
So very sorry for your loss of your wonderful Belle. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marilyn Rader
Wendy Case
Dear, Roger. We are very sorry to hear the news of Belle’s passing. Your love for her was obvious. May happy memories help ease your pain at this sad time. Pete and Wendy Case
Deb Lord
Roger, Jacqueline and family
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family
Thinking of you during this difficult time
Deb and Dick Lord
Bonnie Obre
My condolences to Roger, Jacqueline and family
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Bonnie Obre
Dennis & Elva Mcintyre
Roger, we were so sorry to hear of Belle’s illness and passing. She was always so caring & friendly when we met. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts & prayers.
Norah Purser
Roger, Jackie and family, I very saddened to hear of Belle’s passing. She was a kind and compassionate person. We had an in-depth conversation on the state of the world not too long before this last lockdown. My sympathies to all, she was a “ one of “. Rip Belle…
Jane Beaver
Roger, you and Jacqui are in our hearts. Take comfort in knowing many are here for you
Dave and Jane
Joyce Sovereign
Dear Roger and Jacqueline
I was so sorry to hear of Belles illness and now her death .Sending my sincere sympathy you to both and all the rest of Belles family.
May God comfort each one affected by her death,and be close by you all in the days and months to come .
Joyce Sovereign
Sharon Passmore
Roger & Jacqueline
Sending my condolence to you at this very sad time. Cherish all the great memories through the years you had together.
Sharon Passmore
Gordon and Judy Vincent
Our deepest sympathy Roger. What a wonderful tribute to such a compassionate woman – she will certainly be missed
Gordon and Judy Vincent
Stephen Central Public School
On behalf of Stephen Central Public School staff and students, both current and past, we were deeply saddened to hear of Belle’s passing. For years, members of the Ratz family have been good neighbours to Stephen Central and we continue to honour a student who displays the qualities that were important to Roger and Belle on an annual basis. We wish you peace in this difficult time and we want you to know that Belle had a lasting impact on many graduating students and staff from your neighbourhood school.
Missy and Glenn Pfaff
Our deepest sympathies to the family on the loss of this beautiful light in your lives. Thinking of you all.
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Sincere sympathy to all the family, so sorry for your loss.
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Gerard and Heather Rempel
So sorry to hear of Belle’s passing. May you cherish all the beautiful memories you made together.
Julie Hodgins
Roger & Jaquie,
My sincerest condolences. Bell will be greatly missed. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Julie Hodgins
Cheryl and Bill Dinnin
We extend our deepest sympathy to Roger and Jackie and to Belle’s extended family. May her memory be a blessing to you all.
Cheryl and Bill Dinnin
Milt & Barb Dietrich
Dear Roger and Jacqueline,
Our heartfelt condolences on Belle’s passing. Although we didn’t know her well, did enjoy meeting up when out socially. Remember your many happy times together……memories are keepsakes, treasure them forever!
Thinking of you at this sad time. Hugs.
Sincerely, Barb & Milt
Harv & Evelyn VIncent
Roger and Jacky
SINCERE SMPATHY. Belle was a wonderful lady and will be missed by many. May GOd’s peace and comfort surround you.
Lynn C O’Hara
Dear Roger and Jacq,
Belle was a dear friend from the moment I met her almost 50 years ago in the friendly skies of United. We spent the last years of our career together in DC and I have countless memories of great times on European layovers. We both commuted from great distances to get to work.
Her biggest concern was always Jacq and how she didn’t want to ever leave so much on your shoulders, Roger. Family was first in her heart.
Belle was full of the devil—she could put a passenger in his/her place with just a look, but she was loved and adored by all.
She has her permanent wings now and I’m sure she’ll wear them with great style.
It’s not often that someone can have such a profound effect on your being, but Belle is one friend who will remain in my heart and my soul for eternity. Until I can fly with her again, I will feel a deep loss.
I wish I could ease your loss, but I know you’ll be hearing her voice from the heavens often. The brightest star in the sky will be Belle, letting you know she is at peace.
As she always ended every conversation: know you are loved!
Sincerely,
Lynn C O’Hara
Rockport, Maine
Shawn McFalls
Roger & Family,
My sincere condolences at this time.
Shawn (Shep) McFalls