Born April 1947 in Preston, UK
went to be with his Lord December 2018 surrounded by his loving family.
David came to Canada at the tender age of one, and lived in Port Coquitlam his entire life, as he set
down deep roots that grew and spread not only to all that knew him, also setting a solid foundation
to start his own cherished family who were his world.
He graduated from PoCo High School and followed his Dad's footsteps into the building trades. Ratcliffe and Sons built many schools, arenas, pools and countless other public building all over the lower mainland. A family man known for his integrity, faith and love. Always there to lend a helping hand with a willing heart and a generous smile. His Legacy exists in his Family through a his unique qualities he displayed throughout his entire life.
Missing his loving presence, are his Wife Beverley his childhood sweetheart who loved and cherished
every moment of their life together. His children who loved him and were equally loved and cherished in return, Christopher (Partner J.C.) Jennifer, Alexis (aka Sugar) Grandchildren, Bailey who had a very
special relationship with his Papa, Chance, Tanner and Percy. Along with his Father Dennis and Mother Betty (pre-deceased) brother Dennis (aka Bro) and Wife Marlene. Brother in law to Shirley and Roy Downie, Mike and Carolyn Bowen, Ron and Susan Bowen, Denis and Cathy Bowen, As well as loving Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and countless friends. In lieu of flowers, he would be most pleased. That a donation be made in memory of his name to a charity close to your heart.
A Mass to celebrate David’s life will be 11:00am Thursday January 3rd at Our Lady of the Assumption.
3141 Shaughnessy St. Port Coquitlam. Reception will be announced at the Mass.
*Anything done in love is done well,
Right Dad ;)
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