RATZ: Passed peacefully, at her residence, RR 2, Crediton, on Sunday, March 02, 2025, Barbara “Barbie” Joan (Webber) Ratz, age 78. Beloved wife and best friend of Larry Ervin Ratz. Loved mother and mother-in-law of her twins, Tracy Ratz-Merkley & her husband Giovanni Marsilio of Chesley, Trevor & Janine Ratz of Guelph. Cherished grandma of Parker & Olga Merkley, Teigan, Taelyn and Caden Ratz. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Marg McCarter, Marlene O’Brien and Doug & Patty Webber. Barb will be remembered and missed by her many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents Lee and Helen (Selves) Webber, brothers-in-law Gordie McCarter, Glen Ratz and in-laws Ervin & Nola (Isaac) Ratz. Resting at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, with visitation on Thursday, March 06, 2025, from 4 to 7 pm. A Private Family Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, March 07, 2025, with Mr. Mark Graves Officiating. Cremation will follow with Interment Crediton Cemetery. Barb was an active member of Zion United Church in Crediton and the Crediton Community. She loved her farming life, her family, gardening, flowers and passion for grass cutting. She was well known for her bubbly personality, smiles and her many, many hats. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Society of Canada (formerly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease), the Zion United Church, Crediton or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Brenda Hern
Larry and family – We are so sorry to hear of Barbs passing. She always had a smile when we met and time for a quick ‘catch up’. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Ivan and Brenda Hern
Melonie Miller
Larry & family
& Marg, Marlene, Doug & Patty
Our condolences to all of you. Barb was a lovely person with a great smile. She will be missed.
Barry & Melonie
George and Sue Wilson (Insley)
Larry and family, Webber family, we are very saddened to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a vibrant, hard working, friendly, kind woman. She was always busy. Barb had a big smile. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terrianne
I will always remember seeing you drive by with the Canadian flag big wave and smile. You were a kind warm- hearted women. Thinking of Larry & family during this difficult time. Terrianne H and Jocelyn unwin
Jeremy Becker
Larry & Family,
My sincere condolences to you at this time.
Anmarie Kraft-Hoffman
My sincere Sympathies, Larry & family. I was shocked & saddened to hear of Barbs passing. A vibrant & beautiful spirit……Anmarie
Tammy Preszcator
Larry, Tracey, Trevor and families,
I was very saddened to hear from Aunt Carolyn of Barb’s passing. Even when you know there is not much they can do for our loved ones , it is still difficult to handle their death. Nothing I can say will do justice to help at this time. I just want you to know I am thinking of you all. Cherish the memories and speak of her often. Hugs Tammy Preszcator and family
Mervyn Erb
Larry and family: we were saddened today when we heard the news. Our condolences. Merv & Dawne Erb
Linda Wuerth
Larry Tracy and Travis
So sorry to hear about Barbie’s passing. Barbie was always such a engerginic active lady with such a bubbly personality. She will be greatly missed by all. John and I send our Deepest Sympathy and are sorry we will miss the visitation. Cherish your memories and she will live on your memories
Marilyn Pritchard
Our deepest condolences Larry and family. May the love of family and friends be with you through this very difficult time.
Marilyn Pritchard and family
Bonnie Ratz
Larry, Trevor, Tracy and family
I was sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a lovely lady and will be missed.
Our deepest condolences to the entire family.
Thinking of you at this time.
Bonnie Ratz & Al Taylor
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Larry and Family:
Our sincere sympathy to each of the Family. May your cherished memories and special times together surround and comfort you at this sad and difficult time. Barbs smile will always be with you.
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Karen Insley Windsor and family
Larry and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Barb was a wonderful person always sharing joy and a smile wherever she went. May your memories bring you comfort.
Anne Cottel
Larry, Tracy, Trevor and your families.
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Barb. She is now free of pain and with her loved ones. We have this passed year and will continue to miss her bubbly nature and helping hand at church and in the community. Our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you as you mourn the loss of a dear wife, mom, grandma, sister and friend. Keep those memories close to your heart and they will help you in the days ahead.
Dave & Anne Cottel
Wayne Ratz
Our thoughts to Barb’s family. Will miss her many trips on Crediton Road between farms, a Canadian flag always securely fixed in the back window. Wayne and Family
Peter Ballantine
The Ballantines want to send our love and best wishes during this sad time to the Ratz family. We are thinking of you and are here for you. Love you guys, Peter, Kathryn, Megan, Avery , Cooper and Zeke.
Linda & Jim Dietrich
Larry & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss., Barb was an amazing woman, caring and loving, she will be greatly missed.
Linda & Jim Dietrich.
Mike & Leanne Restemayer
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. Thinking of you at this time.
Mike, Leanne, Dakota & Miley
Marlene and Dave Mitton
Larry and family so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. Hold all the wonderful memories you shared close to your heart.
Our deepest sympathies to all the family. Jean Clarke, Vicky Clarke, Marlene(Clarke)and Dave Mitton
Bill Woodburn
Dear Larry, Tracy and Trevor and families.We would like to offer our sincere sympathy to each of you on the death of Barb.She was a loving wife, Mom and Grandmother .You will miss her dearly. She was always friendly and upbeat ! May she now Rest In Peace.May your many good memories help you during this difficult time. Bill and Carolyn Woodburn
Ron OBrien
Larry and family , sending our condolences on Barb’s passing . She was well known and respected in our community and will be missed by so many. Having known Barb for so long there are countless wonderful memories from over the years. May you find comfort and peace in your own treasured memories and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barb Wareing
Larry and Family
Our sincere sympathies on the loss of Barbara. She was such a lovely lady, always so positive; may all of the memories bring each of you strength and peace.
Louise Wein and family
Karn Durdin
Larry and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Barb was such a wonderful person. Her kindness and generosity was always front and center. Our family appreciated all she did for Mom. You will be missed Barb.
Karn Durdin and Don Thornton
The Hill Family
We are deeply saddened to hear hear of Barb’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to all the family.
Gary and Kathy Simpson
To Larry and family and the Webber family, we send our sincere condolences to all.
Liz Campbell
Larry & Family
I am so sorry for your loss of a great lady, I loved her spunk and laughter in life.
Thinking of you all, sending sincere condolences
Liz Campbell.
Krista McCann
Barbara was ultimate class. Such a peaceful, kind, happy woman, and always the best-dressed at church on Sunday mornings. Her hats, broaches, everything… I remember a purple set that I always loved seeing her in. She always had a smile and friendly greetings that made you feel important and cared for. Rest in sweet peace. Condolences to her entire lovely family. xo
Gerald and Carolyn Merner
Words don’t do justice to the love you shared for over 60 years.
Our prayers and sympathy to you and your families.
Gerald and Carolyn Merner
Evelyn Vincent
Larry, Tracy, Trevor and families
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. Barb was loved by so many and will be greatly missed.
May God grant peace, strength and comfort
Brian and Janet Wedlake
Our sincere condolences to Larry Marlene, Marg and family
I grow up with Barb and rode to London with her many years ago. We also went to the little one room school house
and the Thames Road Church. Many great memories.
Mark Isaac
Larry and family… Barbara was such a joyous person. She faced such a huge battle but was definitely blessed by those who loved her. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Glenn and Missy Pfaff
Larry and family, please accept our sincere condolences. We are thinking of you all at this most difficult time.
Glenn and Missy Pfaff
Dr.Reverend Kurtis Finkbeiner
Larry I’m so sorry for the loss of Barb I’m thinking about you at this hard time
Dr Reverend Kurtis Finkbeiner
Gary, Christine, Matt and Jon Eagleson
Christine and I are sadden to hear of Barb’s passing due to a terrible deliberating disease. Please accept our sincere condolences. We are praying for your peace and comfort during this difficult time
Ryan R.
Larry, Tracy, Trevor, and to the entire family,
My sincere condolences on Barb’s passing. I will always remember her love of hats, along with her many, many, many cheerful and heartfelt smiles Barb gave to everyone along the way. She sure loved her family and the farm life to its fullest. May the memories of her always remain close to your hearts.
Sincerely, Ryan R