Robert M. Rankin
1942 - 2005
Robert M. Rankin
1942 - 2005
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Robert Rankin Obituary
He graduated from Sylvan Hills School and attended The University Of Arkansas.
He survived by his wife of 43 years Sherry; two children Keith Rankin and his wife (Lisa), Kelly Rankin; one brother Claud “Sonny” Rankin; five grandchildren Rachel, Heather, Cassie, Hunter, Olivia. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and dear friend of 23 years Albert Hudson.
Funeral service well be Monday, March 7, 2005 at 10:00 am at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home 7724 Landers Rd. North Little Rock, Arkansas 72117 (501)-835-3515 with Brother Danny Burleson officiating, with burial to follow at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be Sunday, March 6, 2005 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Please sign the online guest book at www.griffinleggett.com
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Joan Strayhorn
March 31, 2005
Sherry, Keith, Kelli & all the family, I am so sorry for your loss and mine and everyones. We all loved Bob so much and we will miss him but we take comfort in knowing that he has gone on to a better place where we will all be together again one day. I am sorry that we didn't get to spend as much time with you all as we would have liked because of lack of time and health problems here. Know that we are thinking of you all and pray for you all daily. Love, Charles, Claudine, Linda & Joan and families
Debbie Kyzer Hubbard
March 12, 2005
Dear Keith,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Your family has been intertined with mine for so many years and I just want you to know that we're all thinking of and praying for you and your family. If there's anything I can do, you know I'm here for you.
All our love and prayers,
Debbie Kyzer Hubbard & Family
Leon & June Kyzer
Sherri Kyzer Mathis & Mike Mathis
Michelle Kyzer Hagerman & Family
Mike Kyzer & Family
Harold & Billie Roberts
March 11, 2005
Dear Sherry and family, We could not attend the funeral b/c we were in Texas visiting Kevin but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob was a great guy. We remember best the fun times we had when he coached Kevin's team and the trip to Hope, etc! Sherri, you hung in there for him, like no other. What an example for others. Love and prayers, Harold & Billie
Kay Rhoads
March 8, 2005
Sherry, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I haven't seen you in years, but am thinking about you at this time. God Bless You.
Love & Prayers.. Kay Rhoads.
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Jennifer Elmore
March 7, 2005
It was a pleasure knowing you both even though it was only for a short time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless and take care!
Jennifer, RN MICU
Viki Jackson
March 7, 2005
Thank you for all your encouragement, assistance, and treats you gave us during your visits. You have truly been a bright spot in our unit. Mr. Rankin was a wonderful man that we all felt honored to care for. May you find comfort in the next days and know that we are thinking of you. Viki J.
Paul and Therese Bricker
March 7, 2005
Our Deepest Sympathy
henry fortenberry,sr
March 7, 2005
sherry,keith,kelly & claud....our deepest thoughts and symthany to you guys at this time.
henry & betty fortenberry,sr
Larry Burnett
March 7, 2005
My sincere condolences to the Rankin Family. Bob was a unique individual and was the first person that I worked with when I started in the construction business. He taught me alot back then and I learned a little more from him every time we visited. I will miss him as well.
Michael Bryant
March 7, 2005
My families thoughts and feelings are with you and yours.
The Bryant Family
jim mcinturff
March 7, 2005
Sherry and family:
I graduated from Sylvan Hills in 1961 and remember fondly my years with Bobby as a classmate. My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. A special prayer was said for Bobby at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Forrest City yesterday.
Bill Clark
March 7, 2005
With deepest sympathy.
Karen & Mark Wheeler
March 7, 2005
Sherry, Kelly, & Keith,
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all. We all loved him so much and he brought smiles to everyone around him. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Annette VanPelt
March 6, 2005
Sincere sympathy to your family. You are in our prayers and I believe you will feel God's hand giving you comfort and guidance in the days ahead. Bob was a wonderful person and I feel so blessed God directed our paths to meet. Again, feel comfort that God is holding you in the palm of his hands - today and always.
Andy Haskell
March 6, 2005
To the Rankin Family, especially Keith and Kelly,
I am saddened to hear of your loss. My the Lord be with you and families at this time.
Andy Haskell
SHHS Class of 1983
Karen East
March 6, 2005
Ms. Rankin, Keith, Lisa and Kelly,
Please accept my most heartfelt condolences in the loss of Mr. Rankin. My memories of him are of a man so full of life, cheerful and supportive. Know that all of our thoughts are with you, your friends and family during this difficult time.
Joyce Reed
March 6, 2005
Dear Sherry,
I found out about Mr. Rankin when I came on tonight. I am so sorry. I want you to know that you are such an inspiration to me, and I know that God will hold you close in this difficult time. I will be praying for His peace for you and your family.
Love,
Joyce Reed, MICU
missy frey
March 6, 2005
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You are all so wonderful and I love you. May God bless and keep you. You khnow where to find me. Love always, Missy
Mike Fuell
March 6, 2005
Dear Sherry and family, It has been an honor to know you guys and take care of Mr. Rankin. All of us in the unit grew to love all of you. Sherry we always looked forward to your visits they did us as much good as they did for Mr. Rankin. We will all keep you guys in our prayers. Love, Mike
Jean Rogers
March 6, 2005
Mrs.Rankin My Family and I are sorry to hear about your lost. We wish you the best and hope that you will call on us should you need anything. You were there for us during our hard times, and we will be there for you during yours. Have faith in God and He'll see you through one day at a time.
Your friend,
Jean Rogers
Virginia Wawak
March 6, 2005
Sherry, Keith & Kelly; You are in my thoughts and prays. May God give you the strength and comfort that you need.
Susan Anctil
March 6, 2005
With deepest sympathy to Sherri and her family.
From Joan and Susan, sisters of Bonnie Rankin.
Genelda Dickerson
March 6, 2005
To all the family of Bob Rankin: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have seen your plots at the cemetery and they are close to where Ed is buried so I will probably see you at the cemetery during the year.
DEAN & PAT RANEY
March 6, 2005
SHERRY, Our hearts and thoughts are with you and your children. We have always thought so much of your family. May you find peace knowing that Bob is in a better place. Love pat and dean
Sharon Trimble
March 6, 2005
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you all are in my prayers. God will give you comfort because He is the comforter. Sharon (Duncan) Trimble
Bill Mergenschroer
March 6, 2005
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Mr. Bob. He will be missed by many who has known him.
Jay Boatman
March 5, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Cathy Fletcher (Baptist MICU)
March 5, 2005
I dont know that there are words to express what your family has come to mean to all of us in MICU. Sherry, you have taken just as much care of all of us as we did Mr. Bob!! Your faith, sweet sweet spirit, and unselfish love has taught us so much in the last several months. We thank you for sharing yourselves with us and for sharing Mr. Bob!! We just adored him! May you feel the perfect love of God more than ever through this time. Mr. Bob is a very special man and will live forever in our hearts!
Bob Keene
March 5, 2005
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of this very special person.
Bob & Theresa Keene
Debbie (Dawson) Westerfield
March 5, 2005
Mrs. Rankin, Keith, Lisa and Kelly, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort during this difficult time. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed.
God Bless,
debbie
March 5, 2005
To Sherry, Keith, Kelly, and Family:
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to all of you during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Sue and Gerald Clayton
Mike and Stacey Clayton
Sue Ann (Clayton) and Jay Whisker
Brad Clayton
Linda Benson
March 5, 2005
Mom (Jean Jones) and I would like to say how sorry we are for your loss. You were a great comfort to us in the past several months. Now I hope this message can be a comfort to you.
Lloyd and Vicki Porter
March 5, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Staff of Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home & Memorial Park
March 4, 2005
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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