Condolence: We want to express our condolences and prayers to Jean and her family on their great loss, we are so sorry and he will be missed! Shari and I have been long time friends and have had some special times together. We both married our high school sweethearts and were so happy to have that special thing together. Kathy and Leo, Al Meccia, Stevie and Jean and me and Shari had some special times. Time stood still when we were together and those times will never be forgotten!!
My best friend who is an extension of my brothers passed away and is on that pontoon somewhere with his dad looking to have some fun or find firewood because you know there will be a bonfire and some hotdogs and beer (maybe a couple shots too) ..oh and some fireworks!,
I couldn't make it to see you Stevie but I am remembering, laughing and grieving thinking about all the times WE were together. Shari and I love you and will miss you!!

Condolence: Coach we have been through a lot together and I will never forget. We will always have these memories together that can never be replaced. Tonight I am buying this one!!
I Love YA!

Condolence: My last and happiest memories of Stevie is his huge smiles as he hooted and hollered from his boat at my family on Shawnee Shoals. He was so happy on his boat with his family. What a wonderful smile I will remember him by.

Condolence: So many HAPPY memories...playing as kids in Douglas Park to celebrating Stevie as Polish Festival King. Our thoughts & prayers are with Alice, Gary Lee and the entire Ratkowski family.
Greg, Sheri & Nolan Yesh

Condolence: My heart is heavy for the Ratkowski family hearing of this sad news. Your life was cut way to short Stevie but God must have needed another Angel so he took you my dear friend! Your Smile and Laugh made all of us smile and laugh right back! Bronson will miss you so much Stevie, RIP my friend

Condolence: We are saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He was so active in our community and will be missed by many. His smile was always welcomed by everyone. Prayers reaching out to Jeannie and the rest of the family.

Condolence: We are saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He was so active in our community and will be missed by many. His smile was always welcomed by everyone. Prayers reaching out to Jeannie and the rest of the family.

Condolence: Stevie was a caring, wonderful and fun person. Jeannie it seems like yesterday I talked to you about Stevie being named King for the festival. I remember that Thursday night how happy he was to be crowned Polish Festival King. He represented his role as King by visiting I believe everyone in Bronson. I am sure he is playing polka music and dancing with the angels. May God give you the strength you need now and in the days to follow. My prayers are with you and your family. CandyCox

Condolence: Jeannie and girls...
Words can not express the sadness our family feels for you. Stevie Jo was one in a million! He will be missed terribly...

His legacy lives on within your family...celebrate and rejoice the love and joy he encompassed.

Truly the kindest neighbor in the world...

Condolence: Jeannie,Mindy,Brittany and Madison: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Stevie was like another brother to me, and I was very lucky to have shared many wonderful memories with the both of you. He was a wonderful man who has a wonderful family that will forever keep him alive in their hearts.