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Tyler Rankin Obituary
With deepest sorrow, we announce that Tyler Keith Rankin, 35, our most beloved son, brother, family member and friend passed suddenly on Thursday, January, 10, 2019 while in the hospital. Those who knew Tyler, even just a little, lost a shining light in their lives. He was passionate about life and its beauty. His life's work was to make beautiful spaces for everyone to enjoy through his architectural design and artwork. He was also a record setting track athlete and loved to sing. Tyler was awarded a scholarship with the Columbus College of Art and Design while in elementary school. He later went on to receive numerous awards from the state of Ohio, The city of Dublin Ohio, the city of Columbus, Ohio, Ohio State University, the Savannah College of Art and Design and many others to numerous to mention. Tyler graduated from Dublin Scioto High school and Savannah College of Art and Design with honors. After college he worked for Dougall Design and several other global firms. Tyler was the son of Mother, Toia Rankin (Jeffrey Flowers, Step Father) and Father, Byron Rankin (Andrea Rankin, Step mother). Tyler is survived by siblings, Austen Rankin, Shaun Rankin and Sydney Rankin. He is also survived by aunts and uncles and cousins Uncle Kevin Robinson (aunt Beverly), Kevin Harriston, and Kenny Rankin (aunt Shauna); Cousins, Amber Ussery, Brian Robinson, Chandler Rankin, Chase Rankin, Colby Rankin and Casey Rankin; as well as a host of other family members and friends. He was the grandson of Dewey and Emma Robinson as well as Robert and Joenita Lynch. A memorial service will be held at New Hope Church on February 1 at 12 noon. The address is 4739 W. Powell Rd., Powell, Ohio. A repass will follow at 2 pm at Bridgewater Banquet and Conference Center located at 10561 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell, Ohio. Flowers and cards can be sent to New Hope Church at 4739 W. Powell Rd., Powell, Ohio 43065.
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Anthony
December 9, 2025
This is not the best picture as it was taken from a video. He was shaking his head and laughing at me while I was dancing. Miss his smile and miss him. Rest in paradise.
Mike Price
July 17, 2025
I was colleagues with Tyler through middle and high school and played freshman football and track and filed with him at DSHS. Tyler was bright and always had something to say. I will miss his comforting voice and and running the 4x100 relay with him.
Frank Parrish
January 20, 2024
I´ll never forget Spring Break 2009, when I visited Tyler in LA. We had some great times during our 13 years of friendship and he will be truly missed.
I went to look him up recently and learned of his passing. He didn´t seem himself when I saw him in 2017 in New York and we fell out of touch shortly after.
I hope his family and friends find peace in knowing that he was deeply loved by all who knew him.
Miss you buddy
Sandra Wilson
January 16, 2024
Tyler was a beautiful light that will always shine bright in the hearts of those who were blessed to know him. Rest in the arms of our Lord sweet prince. You were here for only a short while but you made your mark in the hearts of many. Continued prayers for peace and comfort to the family as this anniversary remembrance has come to past once again.
Love,
Sandra and Ralph Wilson and Family
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Sandra Carter
January 16, 2021
I was just thinking about Tyler yesterday and saw a young man with a striking resemblance to him working in a store in Columbus OH. I talk about Tyler regularly to many people and fondly remember fun times I have had with his family and/or when I babysat him. I treated him as though he were my son too. I miss him and still say Happy Birthday to him on Sept. 10. Peace and blessings!!
With all my love..
Miguel Suazo
April 25, 2019
Nereida Coronel
February 12, 2019
To Tyler Rankin's family; My deepest sympathy and condolences to you. Tyler was the most talented person I ever met with a beautiful personality. He will be miss, he had so much to offer to this world. Once again I am so sorry for your loss
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Lillie Carmona
February 6, 2019
We had the pleasure of meeting your truly beautiful son Tyler. I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. I am a grieving parent as well and I truly pray for upur continued strength and sending you all of my love and light. Tyler was such a fun, handsome young man and I will remember him as that. May god be witb you all.
We were the best of friends RIP My only brother I ever had
Derick Bell
February 2, 2019
Tyler was one of my first friends when I moved to LA. We continued being friends we would have long personal chats, he was a brother to me, and would lighten up any place he would go.. He will be missed.. RIP my dear friend..
Yvette Briggs-Campbell
February 1, 2019
To Tyler's family I send my deepest sympathy and condolences. It's been a long time since I've seen him run out of 5th Ave. Elementary School and hop in his Grandma Joenita's car. I know he was a delight and blessing to her and his father. May you find comfort knowing he is now with the Lord.
Ben Schall
January 29, 2019
Tyler was one of the most memorable students I've had in 29 years of teaching art. His Charisma, Kindness and Talent were second to none. Tyler could fill a room with his presence, his infectous laughter and his love for people. He was compassionate, empathetic and was loved by all. He made everything he was involved in better. It's funny that, as his art teacher, these are the things that come to mind when I think of Tyler... not his incredible artwork, but the amazing human being he was.
Spaeaking of his art, it was like nothing I've ever seen. He had an unquenchable thirst for architecture and design. His masterpieces came from his imagination, never using reference photo's or even observation. Never in Scioto's rich art tradition has someone accomplished more with simply what was in his heart.
I'm so grateful I got to spend a short time with Tyler in his time at Dublin Scioto High School. My deepest condolences go to his family and freinds. Rest in Peace Tyler Rankin
God Bless,
Steve Karegeannes
January 28, 2019
I am so sorry to hear this.
He was a great and fun loving person.
my sincere condolences
Martin Dunn
January 28, 2019
Toia, Jeff and Family: So sorry for the loss of your son, Tyler. May our Lord Jesus Christ bless you and comfort you with is loving peace during this difficult time.
January 27, 2019
Sorry Byron. Prayers with you.
Jo Jo Thomas Dowe
January 26, 2019
Deepest condolences to the Rankin family. My prayers also to the extended family and friends. May sweet memories feel your hearts and minds and the peace of God of dwell forever.
Sandra Wilson
January 26, 2019
Sending our prayers,deepest sympathy and condolences to the Rankin family for the loss of their beloved son Tyler. Our hearts are heavy with grief and praying for peace that surpasses all understanding.
All our love,
Sandy, Ralph Wilson and family
The Compassionate Friends
January 25, 2019
Dear Rankin Family,
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences. The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet monthly in Columbus from 7-9 PM on the second Tuesday of each month at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. If and when you are ready to do so, please join us. We need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
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The Compassionate Friends
Columbus, Ohio Chapter
(614) 882-8986
www.tcfcolumbus.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
Judy Flowers
January 24, 2019
Toia, Jeff ,and the family praying for you at this most difficult time. I have special memories of Tyler coming to Logansport and always drawing. I told him once to draw me a senior home. The Angels in heaven are rejoicing. May the God of all ages continue to be your source of strength and abiding peace. Love Aunt Judy
Betty Smith
January 24, 2019
Tyler was an exceptional, loving and kind person. As a young boy he always amazed my family with his creative sketches. We knew he was destined for greatness. I send my prayers and love to Toia and Jeff, my niece and nephew. You were an inspiration and loving parents to Tyler.
Betty Smith
Celina Chatman Nelson
January 23, 2019
Dear family: I will always hold those memories of Tyler as an infant during my teen years, and as a burgeoning artist even in his early childhood. He was such a beautiful, gentle child who, I am sure, grew into a beautiful, gentle man. I am so sorry that this has happened. I am praying for you, Keith and Toia, and for you, Tyler's brothers and sister, and for Mr. and Mrs. Lynch and the rest of the family. Nothing nothing nothing can make this feel better, but please know that Tyler mattered and he was loved.
Celina
Sandra Carter
January 23, 2019
I'll always love my Tyler. As he was growing up over the years, I loved him like a son. Every year on Sept. 10, I thought of him & wished him a 'Happy Birthday'. I was so sad when I heard of his passing on Jan. 10. I'll cherish many fond memories. One such memory was going to ATL and eventually hanging out at the Magic Kingdom (Disney World). On behalf of the Carter Family, may he rest in peace.
Faynel Burton
January 23, 2019
My sincere condolences to you and Toia.
January 23, 2019
Our prayers are with your family at time sad time and as time goes on the pain and sadness will get better. but now Tyler has his wings and in god hands,and if there is anything we can do please let us no.we are here for you...
Mark& Bettie Mathews.
Sami Schwartz
January 23, 2019
My condolences to the friends and family of Tyler. God be with him and his family.
Michael and Tina Mathews
January 23, 2019
With sadness may the Lord be with you both and all family members.
Jacqueline
January 23, 2019
My heart goes out to the Rankin family. I did not know Tyler but have suffered losing a child. It's no pain a parent should have to endure. I will keep the family lifted in prayer at this very difficult time.
Bernard Williams
January 23, 2019
Please accept my condolences. I didn't know Tyler, but I knew some of his family. My prayers are with the Rankin Family,
Bernard "Butch" Williams
Charmel Carter
January 23, 2019
Condolences to the family
Valentine
January 23, 2019
Rest well Tyler
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