Vanetta Lynn Ratkos Obituary
The passing of Vanetta Lynn Ratkos (Bay City, Michigan) occurred on October 18, 2026. Vanetta, born on April 22, 1947 in Saginaw, Michigan, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Clifford Newton and Rose Newton (Bean); her husband Ronald Carl Ratkos; and her siblings, Andrea Gilbert, Patricia Navarez and Clifford Newton II.
She is survived by: her daughters, Tina Nalazek (Dan), Tamara Wicks (Oscar) and Tara Smith; her grandchildren, Vanetta Biskner (Clifford II), Daniel Nalazek II, Omaka Schultz (Amanda), Jovanny Rosales (Hannah), Cora Holcomb (Lee) and Cassandra Nalazek; her brothers, Michael Newton (Margaret) and Russell Newton (Janie); and her brother-in-law Lester Gilbert. She is also survived by 17 great grandchildren, many nieces, great nieces, nephews and great nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Penzien Steele Funeral Home (608 N Madison Ave, Bay City, MI 48708).
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