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Arthur Rankin Jr.
1924 - 2014
Arthur Rankin Jr.
1924 - 2014
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BORN
1924
DIED
2014
Arthur Rankin Obituary
29 Entries
Mary Smith
February 8, 2014
To the family - your loved one will be deeply missed. God cares and will guide you in your sorrow.
G. Freeman
February 7, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patti R
February 7, 2014
Your genius for animation captured my imagination as a child. I still watch Rankin & Bass shows today. they are classics. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family & friends.
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Marianne T.
February 7, 2014
My entire childhood, right into adulthood, I looked forward to your wonderful movies. I own all of them now, and sometimes just sit and watch them for hours. thank you so much for that. God Bless you and rest in peace.
Pure Heart
February 6, 2014
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Peter Donovan
February 6, 2014
I only knew Mr. Rankin as a fine wine guy. Most important I enjoyed the many conversations I had with him about life in general. Great guy who will be dearly missed.
Peter Donovan
Corporate Wines
February 6, 2014
May you find comfort and hope during this time of reflection. John 17:3
February 5, 2014
The Hearer of prayers during this time of sadness will send comfort your way. Psalm 65 : 2
February 5, 2014
SORRY FOR THE LOSS,SINCERE CONDOLENCE.....
nathalie smith
February 5, 2014
Deepest condolences Olga & family
Our thoughts are with you
Nathalie, Anya, Kelsy Smith
February 5, 2014
No two creators like Mr Rankin and Jules will ever be around again.Their animation and touch will always
be profound throughout my life. The feeling and joy of Christmas and other countless things hey did brought happiness to all americans. Thnaks and God bless
Jacqueline Thomas
February 4, 2014
I'LL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYS R.I.P MR. RANKIN JR. YOU'LL BE TRUELY MISSED
February 3, 2014
The loss of a loved one can be hard. Please have comfort in God 's love. 1 Cor. 15:26
Sydney C.
February 3, 2014
Thank you Mr. Rankin for the wonderful animated shows you gave me and everyone else. Your shows were the happiest part of my childhood. I still love them as an adult. God Bless you. Prayer to your family. RIP
February 3, 2014
I am sorry for your loss. I hope you can find comfort in the words written at (Jeremiah 29:11,12)
Zackia Goater
February 3, 2014
Olga, As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by your Guardian Angel Arthur and the love and support of your family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. With Love, from your Colleague Zackia.
Ilidio Francisco
February 3, 2014
A great man, very witted, always with a great joke. I am happy to have known him well, even tough I am not a smoker I will smoke one of the cigars he so much loved in his loving memory.
Will not be forgotten!...
February 3, 2014
Olga - Arthur was wonderfully supportive when we started out with the film festival. Great advice, kind words and worked hard on our behalf too! He was ready to answer questions and step in when asked. He will be missed. Aideen
Sallie Glover
February 2, 2014
"Thank You" is too little a phrase to express to you, Mr. Rankin, the JOY you brought to this 48 year old woman all of my life!! Your MAGIC and TALENT will continue to BLESS my family for many, many years to come!! Rest well, Sir! You will be truly missed, but NEVER forgotten!!!
Donna James
February 2, 2014
Arthur, Thanks for the Holiday Memories! I remember watching these beloved Christmas TV specials like Rudolph and Frosty when we were little kids, and you brought us joy to all the world. You will be missed-Godspeed!
joaquim-redeemer-r barbosa
February 2, 2014
condolences
louise wisinski
February 2, 2014
Thank you for bringing such joy to the world for so many, many years.
Lynn
February 2, 2014
So sorry for your loss Rankin family and friends.May the comfort only God can give be with you during this difficult time-James 4:8.
michelle plakas-kaiser
February 2, 2014
rip
Joanne
February 1, 2014
Thank you Mr. Rankin for all the special memories that your work has provided all of us. The holidays just would not be the same without your special animations. RIP
Scott Chamberland
February 1, 2014
Rest in Peace
February 1, 2014
Arthur, thank you very much for impressing kids of all generations with your holiday magic.
Frank Chavez
February 1, 2014
Thank you for the blessed and pleasant memories for Christmas I always looked forward to watching Rudolph as a child when we had no gifts for chrismas I always loved this movie it brought a great feeling to my heart the memories will always live forever in my life thank you god bless you.
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