Deborah (Ratliff) Stephens
May 28, 2012
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Deborah Ann (Ratliff) 52, died Monday, May 28, 2012, peacefully, with her family by her side at home. A memorial service will be held to honor her life and faith. Services will be held at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Southern Hills Congregation, on Saturday, June 2, 2012, at 3 p.m.
Deborah was born on October 22, 1959, in Dayton, Ohio, to Erdil Lee Ratliff and Patricia (Morris) Green. Deborah moved back to Des Moines in 1963. She enjoyed strengthening her faith by studying the Bible. She also enjoyed gardening, and her beloved family.
Deborah is survived by her loving husband, Randy Stephens; sister, Donna (Gilmore) Singh; brother, David Ratliff; son, Iron Steve (Amanda) Weatherly, III; daughter, Robyn (Jeff) Stanley; sons, Dustin (Mare) Stephens and Mike Stephens; and grandchildren, Anthony, Cole, Cameron, Jackson, Macy and Drake. She will be missed by her friends and fellow servants of Jehovah at the Kingdom Hall.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family at time of service, or flowers may be sent to the Kingdom Hall, 420 E. Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, 50315.
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Wanda Blair
05/30/2012
Stevie and Robyn-
Your mom was my childhood friend and we had alot of happy memories together.Her sense of humor and energy will be missed.
A piece of my life went with her when she left this earth,because her memory was amazing. She could remind of things we did, and we would always have good laugh.
My peace and comfort come from
your moms' faith.
Love always,
Wanda
Monty & Nancy Padget
05/30/2012
We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
May your memories give you strength.
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Diana Fryer (Erma's Daughter)
05/30/2012
I only had the privilege of breifly meeting Debbie a few times while with my mom in service. I wanted to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Look ahead to the time when you will see Debbie again but well and in a paradise earth.(John 5:28,29: Revelation 21:3,4) We just all must do what we need to in order to be there to greet her. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Diana Fryer (Erma Oliver's daughter)