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Mrs. Brenda S. Ratliff

Passed 05/11/2024

Obituary For Mrs. Brenda S. Ratliff

Brenda S. Ratliff, age 70 died peacefully on May 11, 2024 at CMC Main. Brenda was born March 30, 1954 in Wadesboro, North Carolina, the daughter of the late June & Mollie Lilly.

She accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. She was a faithful member of Expected End Ministries.

Brenda served as a Clerk of Court wholeheartedly for a number of years. After retirement, Brenda returned to work at Bates Law Firm. Brenda attended Dunbar High School (Baltimore, Maryland) and furthered her education at Barber-Scotia College.

Brenda was devoted to her family and loved spending time and supporting them in all their endeavors. She enjoyed her coffee, gardening, dancing, music, and serving at church.

Brenda was united in matrimony to Larry Ratliff.

Along with her parents June & Mollie Lilly, she is preceded in death by her brothers; Kenny Wyatt Watson (Patrica), James Reid Watson (Bonnie), Ricky June Lilly, her sister Omega Harris, grandchild Miana Williams, and child of marriage Jarion Wilson.

In addition to her loving husband, Brenda leaves to continue her legacy and cherish her memories, her daughter Nichole Carter, one grandchild; Danny Bailey Jr. (Raven), two great-grandchildren; Brayden & Brycen Bailey, a nephew who was raised in the home, Tyrese Lilly,three sisters; Bonita Davis (Gary), Tammy Douglas, Sherri Lilly, two brothers; Melvin T. Lilly, Clinton Lilly (Annette), one brother-in-Law; William Burch (Mary), one sister-in-Law Terry Harrell (Collin), children in marriage; Jamie Ratliff (Cadedra), Tiffany Ratliff, Kisha Maske, Kimberly Polk, Larry Wall, Shalaria Rivers, and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The Services to Celebrate the Life, Legacy and contributions of Mrs. Ratliff will be on Sunday, May 19, 2024, 2:00pm, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be in Westview Memorial Park, Highway 74-West, Wadesboro, North Carolina.

The Family will greet family and friends on Sunday, May 19, 2024 from 1:30-2:00pm at Smith's Memorial Chapel.

Please note that, at the family's request, the services will not be broadcast live.


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Love & Prayers to you allβ€οΈπŸ™πŸ». Mark & Janet

Vanessa Hildreth Moore

Thoughts & prayers for Brenda's family & friends. She was always so kind & helpful at the Clerk's office when I worked at the ACSO, & always had a beautiful smile for everyone. She will be missed. β€οΈπŸ™πŸŒΉ

Sorry for your loss, praying for the family.

Nichole and Family, My heart is hurting for all of you. I can hardly think of my sister Bren leaving us, but I know that I will see her again one fine day. Bren, Elaine Brooks Miller and I worked together at Anson Community Hospital and became best friends. She and Elaine were in my wedding. I was most blessed to have her as a precious friend/sister who had a caring spirit for everyone she met! Love you all! Gaye Harrington

Nichole and Family, My heart is hurting for all of you. I can hardly think of my sister Bren leaving us, but I know that I will see her again one fine day. Bren, Elaine Brooks Miller and I worked together at Anson Community Hospital and became best friends. She and Elaine were in my wedding. I was most blessed to have her as a precious friend/sister who had a caring spirit for everyone she met! Love you all! Gaye Harrington

Nichole and Family, My heart is hurting for all of you. I can hardly think of my sister Bren leaving us, but I know that I will see her again one fine day. Bren, Elaine Brooks Miller and I worked together at Anson Community Hospital and became best friends. She and Elaine were in my wedding. I was most blessed to have her as a precious friend/sister who had a caring spirit for everyone she met! Love you all! Gaye Harrington

Nichole and Family, My heart is hurting for all of you. I can hardly think of my sister Bren leaving us, but I know that I will see her again one fine day. Bren, Elaine Brooks Miller and I worked together at Anson Community Hospital and became best friends. She and Elaine were in my wedding. I was most blessed to have her as a precious friend/sister who had a caring spirit for everyone she met! Love you all! Gaye Harrington

Nichole and Family, My heart is hurting for all of you. I can hardly think of my sister Bren leaving us, but I know that I will see her again one fine day. Bren, Elaine Brooks Miller and I worked together at Anson Community Hospital and became best friends. She and Elaine were in my wedding. I was most blessed to have her as a precious friend/sister who had a caring spirit for everyone she met! Love you all! Gaye Harrington

So sorry to hear about Brenda passing!! Cheree, Ebony and Tamekia! Will keep the family in prayer! Ya ll have our deepest condolences. Bruce and Mary Sturdivant and family.

Our prayers are with the family.

Ratliff Sisters and family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Weddington Middle School

I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

I had the opportunity to come in contact with Ms. Ratliff on many occasions at the Anson County Court House when requesting death certificates, applying for my marriage license, or when I was an executive of a loved one's estate. Ms. Ratliff was very resourceful and guided me through the process until the end without the need of an attorney. Praying that our heavenly father will place his lovely arms around each one of you during your time of sorrow. Remember God will take care of you. The McCoy Family of 608 East Wade St.

Heaven sure gained an angel in Brenda. She was one of the sweetest ladies to encounter, and always greeted me with her infectious and beautiful smile. Those that knew her will certainly miss her. Go rest high, my sweet friend. Steve A Northcutt

MY deepest Condolences to the Ratliff family.Iknow Brenda as been a very nice and kind lady.Cheree,Tameka,Ebony I will keep yall in my thoughts and prayers. Barbara&Johnny Ingram

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY OF MRS. BRENDA S. RATLIFF AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY THE GOD OF ALL GRACE GIVE YOU PEACE AND KEEP THE RATLIFF FAMILY IN THE CENTER OF HIS WILL. ELDER LARRY W. COLE, SR.

My deepest and sincere condolences for Brenda's family and friends. She was a very nice and kind lady and she always was friendly and met no strangers. God bless.

To the family, I offer my sincere condolences for your loss. Brenda was such a special person and a true blessing to know. May God grant you strength and comfort during this time. β€”Kishi Tillman and Family

So sorry for the loss of a nice friend. Prayers goes out to her family, and I will missed seeing you when we come to EXPECTED END "Love" Robert and Shirley Liles

I had the honor of working with Brenda for a number of years. She was such a lovely & special friend. I extend my deepest sympathies to her family. Lynn Chewning

Condolences to my family a hard one to digest .Brenda will forever be in our hearts and remembered by her beautiful smile and love she had for everyone RIP cuz until we meet again love you all

Lydia Allen

Our condolences and prayers to the family Kenya and Sarah, you will be missed Mrs. Brenda.

Sending Our Deepest Condolences. Mrs. Brenda was definitely a sweetheart, She will truly be missed. Catherine Pickett, Claudette McCauley, Napoleon Cash & Michele McCauley Smith... πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎ

Michele McCauley Smith

Praying for the entire family.I'm so very sorry for your loss.Aaron&Jean Neal

My heart is broken and I am praying for sweet Brenda's family. She was the most beautiful lady, inside and out. We called each other sister, because she and my sister Gaye Harrington were such close friends. I will surely miss seeing her and joking and laughing. With much love, Beth Howell

Beth Howell

Brenda , Gaye , and I worked together at Anson County Hospital. We became close friends and considered ourselves sisters. After I moved away to Ohio, we continued to see each other each time I came home. She was a wonderful, loyal friend. My heart is broken over the loss of my dear sister . I love her and hope to see her again one day. Rest peaceful my dear friend. Elaine Brooks Miller

I'm sorry to hear of Brenda's passing Annie Robinson and family are praying for you all.

To The Ratliff Family, Sending Our Deepest Condolences . We Love You All. She Will Surely Be Missed. Beautiful Person Inside And Out. Love You Bren, RIH - Leslie &Henry Mcneil, Haley & Maurice Copeland And The Entire Streater Family

I'm so very sorry to hear of Ms. Brenda's passing. She was a pleasure to work with over the years at the Clerk's Office. I'll keep her family close in thought and prayer. Whitney Scarborough

I had the pleasure of working with Brenda for many years at the Clerk's Office. She was smart, dependable and a hard worker. But most of all, she was my friend. Prayers for her family who I know will miss her greatly. Cathy Kelly

My sincere condolences and prayers for her beloved family. There's no greater loss than the loss of the pillar of the family. Cherie my heart goes out to you and your family doing your time of bereavement. I love you and here for you my sweet niece.

Sending my sincere condolences to the family! So sorry for your loss β€οΈπŸ™πŸΎ

Myself and the Staff of Anson County Sheriff's Office send our sincere condolences the family at this time. We pray that the Lord will give you comfort in the midst of your pain, peace in the midst of your sorrow, and courage to face the difficult days ahead. Sheriff Scott Howell.

Brenda was a wonderful lady. I had the opportunity to get to know her while she worked at the Clerks Office. She always went above and beyond to help us at the Sheriff's office any way that she could. She always had a kind word to say and was just a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed tremendously. Prayers for the family during this very difficult time.

My prayers and condolences is with the Ratliff family in your time of bereavement MS.Brenda was the absolute best she will be truly missed. Antonio white

Brenda was truly a joy to work alongside at the Anson County Clerk of Courts Office. I am so sorry for your loss. Phyllis Griffin

Our paths crossed often professionally when Brenda was with Anson Clerk of Court. She was always professional and helpful and kind. Brenda was always a pleasure to work with. Although we no longer have that working relationship and we very seldom ran into one another, I am very shocked and saddened to know that she is no longer with us. May she rest in the peace and glory that she so richly deserves. Gail Rogers

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Ms. Brenda was a nice, courtesy person. She is going to be missed dearly by her family and friends and coworkers.

My girl - you got me good with this one. If I would've known our last conversation was indeed our last, I would've hugged you tighter, I would've told you I loved you a million times, & I would've stayed with you a little longer, laughing & joking as we always did. As long as you knew how much I loved & adored you, my soul will soon be at ease with accepting your departure. You were the sweetest & I will definitely miss you. ~Nikki Harrington-Bennett

I worked with Brenda for a time at the Anson County Sheriff's Office before she went to the Clerk's Office. She was the sweetest, kindest soul who never had a bad word to say about anyone. She will surely be missed. Fly high with the Angels, Brenda.

Joyce Williams

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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