John "Jack" Truman Ratcliff

John “Jack” Truman Ratcliff, 94, of Kokomo, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Waterford Place Health Campus in Kokomo. He was born September 10, 1930 in Russiaville, the son of the late Thomas Donald and Anna (Littler) Wadman. Upon the passing of his parents, he was adopted and raised by the late Owen L. and Grace E. (Morrison) Ratcliff. On August 30, 1982, he married Lois Martin in Lafayette, who preceded him in death on November 11, 2006.

Jack was a 1948 graduate of Russiaville High School. He graduated from Indiana University with a liberal arts degree. Jack served in the United States Army from September 1951 to June 1953, serving much of his time in Korea. He worked various jobs such as working in the finance department at dealerships, and as a “repo-man” for some time. He later retired from Rea Magnet after 30 years of service in quality control. Jack was an avid reader and traveler. He was a history buff and well-versed with politics as he was very verbal on his political view and his opinions. Jack loved attending the Indy500 as he did for several years. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR and following his favorite driver, Tony Stewart.

Jack is survived by his friends that he considered family, Carmen Carter of Russiaville, Judy Evans of Russiaville, Linda Gilbert of Kokomo, Harold Nesbit of Missouri, and Mary Eads of Lafayette.

In addition to his wife Lois, he was preceded in death by his parents and adopted parents; brother, Swain Wadman; friends he considered family, Steve Carter, John Evans, and Jim Arbuckle.

A graveside service celebrating Jack’s life will take place at 10:30 am Thursday, August 21, 2025, at New London Cemetery, 2104 S. County Road 766 W. Russiaville, with Chaplain Steven Claspell officiating.

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