Robert P. Ratigan Jr., 79, of Ellenburg Depot, passed away peacefully on Dec. 7, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on March 9, 1945, the son of Robert and Alice (Raymond) Ratigan.

Robert attended Plattsburgh High School and SUNY Canton. He retired from the New York State Tax Department. In his spare time, Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, riding snowmobiles, ATV riding, and being in the woods. He also enjoyed drinking cheap beer.

He is survived by his longtime partner, Pamela Martin; son, Shane Ratigan; daughters, Shauna (Alfie) Ladue and Jenna Drollette; grandchildren, Morgan Hall, Clare Ladue, Ethan Ratigan, Elizabeth Ratigan, Emily Ratigan, Zeke Ratigan, Lilyana McPherson and Grace McPherson.

Robert was predeceased by his parents.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, at Our Lady of Victory Church, 4919 South Catherine Street, Plattsburgh, N.Y.

Donations in Robert's memory may be made to the Elmore SPCA or American Diabetes Foundation.

To share a condolence with the family, please visit rwwalkerfh.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to the R.W. Walker Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 69 Court Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901.