Leonard Walter Ratliff Obituary
We bid farewell to Leonard Walter Ratliff (Big Rock, Virginia), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 10, 2025 at the age of 69. Leonard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Leonard's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
He was predeceased by: his parents, David M. Ratliff and Fonnie Lee Daughtery Ratliff; his siblings, Roger Lee Ratliff, Gary Edward "Butch" Ratliff and Barbara Ann Rogers; and his son-in-law Shane Blackburn.
He is survived by: his wife Sherelene "Red" Ratliff of Home Creek, VA; his daughter Amanda Blackburn of Home Creek, VA; his grandson Hayden Blackburn of Home Creek, VA; his siblings, David Ratliff (Marylen) of Phyllis, KY and Connie Hughes (Doug) of Pikeville, KY.; and his close friend Martha Grizzle. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 13th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Mountain Valley Memorial Park (32350 Riverside Dr, Big Rock, VA 24603).
