Michael Gene Ratayczak
February 01, 1969 - March 15, 2013
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Michael Gene Ratayczak
February 01, 1969 - March 15, 2013
Obituary
Michael Gene Ratayczak passed away on Friday, March 15, 2013. He was 44, born February 1, 1969 in Grand Forks ND to Eugene and Patricia (Laforest) Ratayczak.
Michael was an avid cyclist. Most important to him was his family and his years at Costco. He leaves behind his wife, Sherry; children, Felicia Welch, Neaven ratayczak, John JJ Rundell; brothers, George (Angie) Ratayczak, Danny Ratayczak; sisters, Janice Hurner, Robin Harris; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may greet the family on Sunday, March 24, from 2-4 PM, at Moles Farewell Tributes-Bellingham. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 25, at 1 PM, at Moles Farewell Tributes-Bellingham. You are encouraged to come as you are to celebrate Michaels life.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Humane Society of Whatcom County, or Whatcom Hospice.
Please share memories at www.farewelltributes.com
Moles Farewell Tributes-Bellingham
Farewell Tribute Information
Friends may greet the family on Sunday, March 24, from 2-4 PM, at Moles Farewell Tributes-Bellingham. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 25, at 1 PM, at Moles Farewell Tributes-Bellingham. You are encouraged to come as you are to celebrate Michaels life. Donations Information
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Humane Society of Whatcom County, or Whatcom Hospice.
15 responses to Michael Gene Ratayczak
David W. Robinson says:
March 15, 2013
Mike will be greatly missed by all, To your Loving Family ,He was Such a super and Happy ,Helpful man on the road to all that he shared time with ! Great leader to the new riders! Love you Mike!!!
Jill Payne says:
March 15, 2013
May all the love, the smiles, and the gentle understanding that you’ve brought into the lives of your family and others you will be missed. May all of you cherish the memories of Mike. and I hop,e they bring you peace and comfort all of you through the days tat are ahead. I hope you know that you are not alone—–your friends want to console you and help all of you face the future with courage and that you will find inspiration and bring you peace and comfort you. I send you . I send you my love and prayers.
Mark Rhode says:
March 15, 2013
I will miss Mike. I always admire him for his positive approach to life. He was a strong man, a very strong cyclist. He always talked about his family! He was proud of you and loved you.
Mark Rhode
Jennifer Rehder - DeSotell says:
March 15, 2013
I am so glad that I met you the first week of Freshman year Mike. You made a scary time in my life seem like one of the most fun! You became a regular fixture around my house with Daren and Gerry. I never Thanked you for all the laughs, long talks and general happiness you would bring just by walking into a room. You will be missed. To your family: Thank you for completing Mikes life and allowing him to be a father and husband, it helps his friends to know that he had the chance to have children to love and raise and to know that he was married to the absolute love of his life. I hope your hearts heal, and I hope it helps you to know that when ANYONE asked “how’s life” Mike would glow while he talked about you, and his smile could never have been bigger.. Thank you for letting us know him.
michelle williams says:
March 15, 2013
I’m so glad that we could say we were friends. You were one of the reasons my freshman year in high school was so great. Im glad we remained friends. You will be missed mike and it will be a long time before I can see a group of bicyclist and know you are not in there…you will not be forgotten. ever.