Obituary of Madinah A. Ratchford

MADINAH A. CAMPBELL RATCHFORD, of Teaneck, died on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at Hackensack University Medical Center, at the age of 29 years. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, she was a lifelong resident of Teaneck. She was a high school graduate of Teaneck High School and attended Bergen Coummunity College in Paramus where she was on the dean's list. She loved baking and was an avid reader. She had worked as a medical assistant to Dr. Della Russo of Bergenfield. She was a member of the Life Christian Church of West Orange. Beloved wife of Daniel R. Ratchford. Devoted mother of Maliah and Daniel. Cherished daughter of Roana Pickens and Thomas Hicks of Paterson and Lawrence Campbell of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dearest sister of Ahnwar of East Rutherford. The funeal service will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 AM at the funeral home with Pastor Terry Smith officiating. Visiting will be on Tuesday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 PM.