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IAN JAMES RANKIN obituary

IAN RANKIN Obituary

March 10, 1951 - March 18, 2025 With sad, but full hearts we announce Ian's passing on March 18, 2025. Born March 10, 1951, in Vancouver, BC, he passed away peacefully, at Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto, days after his 74th birthday, surrounded by family and friends, after a brave battle with cancer. Predeceased by parents, Josephine and James; and sisters, Christy, Liz, and Jenny. Survived by children, Stephanie, Emily, and Alex; loving partner, Carole; and many friends. The outdoors defined him. He took great pleasure in biking, sailing, skiing, travelling, gardening, home renovation projects, reading the newspaper, and hosting friends on Ward's Island. Thank you to the wonderful staff at Toronto General and Princess Margaret Hospitals. A celebration of life will be held later in the spring. He will be so missed.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Mar. 22 to Mar. 26, 2025.

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Bill

May 14, 2025

Added note the reference to abandoning the west coast; was a light hearted comment. We always enjoyed Ian´s visits back "home" and will miss them dearly.

Linda Miller and Dave Shedtalo

April 7, 2025

So sorry to hear about Ian´s passing. He was such a great guy. Lots of fun, and so very kind. He will be greatly missed!

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Silvia Franz

April 2, 2025

Hello Carole,
I´m so sorry for your terrible loss and am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

Richard Anstett

March 31, 2025

Hi Carole and Family,

Sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of meeting Ian every Saturday morning at his place in the Beaches for long runs while training for a marathon.

Richard

Kendall Peart

March 26, 2025

Ian (and Mark) offered me my first full time job in the industry - and I am so grateful for his guidance, mentorship and friendship through the years. Gone to soon - but so fondly remembered. Family/friends may want to go to Hugh Fardy's LinkedIn - as he posted Ian's obituary, and there are kind words and remembrances from his insurance industry colleagues. Rest in peace

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