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Gordon R. W. Ratcliffe
Name
Gordon R. W. Ratcliffe
Local
L1253, Cranbrook
Gender
Male
Age
64
District
06
Occupation
Fire Fighter
Type of Duty
Fire Suppression
Fatal Injury Cause
Contact/Exposure - Smoke/Toxic Fire Prod.
Nature of Fatal Injury
Cancer - Kidney
Date of Death
7/19/2013
Year Placed On Wall
2014
Multiple Line of Duty Incident
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Website Comments
It is with deepest regret and sorrow to report the line-of-duty death of Fire Fighter Gordon Ratcliffe of IAFF Local 1253 - Cranbrook, British Columbia. Brother Ratcliffe, 64, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2013 from kidney cancer.

At the request of Brother Ratcliffe, no services will be held.

Expressions of sympathy or condolences can be sent to Local 1253 at 2503 2nd Street, S., Cranbrook, BC V1C 1E3.
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Biographical Comments
Gord, more commonly known as “Rats,” was a dedicated Fire Fighter, an avid sportsman and a great friend. His family was the most important part of his life, making him an incredibly loving husband, father and a special grandpa. Gord spent most of his life as a fire fighter; he truly enjoyed the job for what it was and all the challenges that went with it. He also had a great love for the outdoors and the beauty within it. Known for his quick wit and sarcasm, he left those close to him with a smile on their face and great memories in their hearts. Gord was both honoured and proud to be a part of the Cranbrook Fire Department and IAFF Local 1253.
(Submitted by the Ratcliffe Family for the 2014 Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial)
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