Deborah Ann Raatz

Mrs. Deborah Ann Raatz nee. Failor, daughter of the late Eleanor and Wade Failor, was born on April 17th,1953 in Ohio during a blizzard. She attended and graduated from Medina High School. Deborah professed her faith in Christ and attended Hope United Methodist Church.

She was united in Holy Matrimony to Carl Glenn Raatz Sr. on March 17th, 1971, and they were blessed with two children and four grandchildren. As a result of her generosity and caring spirit, she was loved by many, such as her two brothers, many extended family members, and friends. Deborah is preceded in death by her parents Eleanor & Wade Failor, sister in-law Carol Failor, nephew Alan Failor, best friend Allison Skruck, as well as many others. Deborah contributed to the Wadsworth Fire Department by cleaning and cooking at the station when needed while her husband, Carl, was a fireman for 38 years and retired as a lieutenant. She also enjoyed volunteering at the church food bank with Alison.

Her beautiful life will forever be cherished by many. She is survived by her husband, Carl Glenn Raatz, children Sandra Shevel & Carl (Jeannie) Raatz Jr., grandchildren Helena (Ron) Shevel, Anastasia Rutti, Gabrielle Raatz & Samuel Raatz, brothers Alan (Carol) Failor & Raymond (Mary) Failor, and of course her beloved dog, Ozzy.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 11th, 2021 at 12:00pm at the Hope United Methodist Church at 2650 Cory Ave, Akron, OH 44314. In lieu of flowers, due to her terminal illness and long hospitalization, please donate to the family's GoFundMe for Deborah's final expenses. GoFundMe for Deborah Raatz

When Tomorrow Starts Without Me - by David M. Romano

When tomorrow starts without me And I'm not here to see
If the sun should rise and find your eyes Are filled with tears for me
I wish so much you wouldn't cry The way you did today
While thinking of the many things We didn't get to say
I know how much you love me As much as I love you
And each time you think of me I know you'll miss me too
But when tomorrow starts without me Please try to understand
That an angel came and called my name And took me by the hand
And said my place was ready In Heaven far above
And that I'd have to leave behind All those I dearly love
But when I walked through Heaven's gate I felt so much at home
When God looked down and smiled at me From His great golden throne
He said this is eternity And all I promised you
Today your life on earth is past But here it starts anew
I promise no tomorrow For today will always last
And since each day's the same way There's no longing for the past
So when tomorrow starts without me Don't think we're far apart
For every time you think of me I'm right here in your heart