Obituary of Theodore Ratkowski

Theodore Ratkowski, 65, of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at RWJ University Hospital, Hamilton. Ted was a member of Post 414 Son of Legionnaires for 56 years and he was also a member of the Hamilton Senior Citizens Center. Ted was a dart champion, enjoyed playing golf, was and avid Phillies fan and enjoyed other sports. He was employed in all levels of security in many area hospitals. Predeceased by his father Theodore “Ted”, grandparents John and Julie D’Amico; he is survived by his wife Jill Ratkowski (nee Stephan); his mother Mary (D’Amico-Ratkowski) DePagnier, his sister and brother-in-law Johanna and David Streeter; goddaughter and cousin Christina Garcia; uncle and aunt John and Margaret D’Amico and many other cousins. Ted will be missed by his precious girls Black Eyed Pearl Missy and Green Eyed Angel Fawn. Services were held privately and at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made to the Hamilton Animal Shelter, 2100 Sylvan Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08610 To leave a condolence for the family please visit www.poulsonvanhise.com Arrangements are under the direction of Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, Lawrenceville, NJ.