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Dorothy RANKIN

Kettering, Ohio

1916 - 2020

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RANKIN, Dorothy L. Dorothy L. Rankin went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, October 3, 2020, at the age of 104. Dorothy was a long time resident of Kettering, Ohio, and more recently the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville, Ohio. She was born in Darke County in 1916. She taught Music...

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I used to help take care of Dorothy a few hours a week until she moved to the Brethren Home in Greenville. Oh.
The first time that I went to her home in Kettering, Oh., was in March 2016, I fell in love with her within 15 minutes. I am so fortunate to have spent time with her. Dorothy was a
precious person— inside and out. I also felt like she was a mother to me. Linda Milam and I went to see her, usually once a week. (45 min drive one way) I was not able to go as often. When we...

I was fortunate to take care of Dorothy 7 1/2 years. 7/2011 -9/2018 in her home. Dorothy was a very beautiful lady inside and out! Had her Master's degree in music,and taught for the department of defense. She taught in Tokyo,Germany,Paris, then eventually came back to the states and taught vocal and instrumental music,in school,and piano lessons in her home. Dorothy was an avid gardner. She had three flower beds,when I went to work for her. She told me 'now there will be something blooming...

The ladies of the College Women's Club have many fond memories of our times with Dorothy. We have missed her. We extend our deepest sympathies to her family and hope their happy memories of her comfort them. in these sad times.

In loving memory of our dear friend and fellow garden club member. You will be missed so very much, you were the sunshine in our club. wish we could have spent more time together but will always cherish the moments we shared. Rest In Peace Dorothy.
Kathy Wagner, Centerville Garden Club