Bertha A. Ratke

Bertha A (Cordes) Ratke Age 85 passed away peacefully Thursday February 23, 2017 in Oklahoma City. She was born August 27, 1931 in Thomas, Oklahoma. Daughter of the late Herman and Beulah (Bertram) Cordes. Bertha grew up on a farm northwest of Clinton. On November 15, 1952 Bertha married the love of her life Otto J Ratke. They were married for 61 years. She loved working and being outdoors. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by son Loyd Ratke of Yukon, daughter Wanda Walker and husband Jerry of Yukon. One brother Gordon Cordes and wife Phillis of Vicksburg, MS and sister-in-law Gerri Cordes. Four grandchildren: Beau Ratke of Owasso, Clint Ratke and wife Shannon of Skiatook, Christie Green and husband Michael of Yukon, and Shannon Walker of Yukon. One step granddaughter Loresa Gaines of Oklahoma City. Two step great-grandchildren: Jeremie Gaines of Oklahoma City, Aubrey Lee and husband Matt of Oklahoma City, and one step great great grandchild Makenna Lee of Oklahoma City and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, beloved husband Otto J. Ratke and twin brother Joe Dick Cordes. Graveside service 10:00 am, Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at the Clinton Cemetery under the direction of Kiesau Lee Funeral Home.