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Amy Rankin Obituary
Amy graduated from Canton Academy in 1983 and from Mississippi State University with a BA in Business Administration in 1987. She was a member of 1st United Methodist Church in Canton and recently attended Riverchase Methodist Church of Birmingham, Ala. For the last 16 years she worked for Sysco Foods and for the last several years was a merchandising manager.
While in high School she was active in the 4-H Club and loved the many animals she nurtured and cared for throughout the years. She was a big fan of Mississippi State, both of athletics and the University. She loved music, her work, the people she worked with and the travel her job sent her on.
She was a loving devoted daughter, sister and aunt. She will be dearly missed by her family and many friends.
Her survivors include: parents, J. D. and Jane Rankin of Canton; brother Dennis Rankin his wife Dawn and children Mary Kate & Maggie of Canton; and sister, Nancy Britt and her husband Bill and children Will, Matthew and Heather of Madison.
Memorials may be sent to 1st United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 393, Canton, MS 39046 or Canton Academy, P. O. Box 116, Canton, MS 39046.
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Memories and Condolences
for Amy Rankin
Jeff Simning
February 8, 2007
Amy and I met at Sysco - we both moved to the Calera area not long before the facility opened for business.
For several years we interacted back and forth pretty much just for business (and that was almost always done in a fun and pleasant kind of way - Amy's sense of humor was something I enjoyed).
2-3 years ago we somehow got to discussing how much we each enjoyed reading. At first we would stop and talk about how I thought she should read the book I just finished and she would insist that I get a copy of her favorite. Then we started to trade books. It got to where I'd often find a couple of books on my desk in the morning - one being returned and one being left for me to read. And vice-versa as well. It even got to where we trusted each others judgment enough about what we each liked that we would warn each other not to purchase a certain title as if not we would have both purchased the same title. And why do that when we could swap?
We introduced each other to a couple of new authors - Amy led me to a couple of Mississippi writers who've I've come to enjoy quite a lot.
All that was great but what was most enjoyable was when she, for example, had given me a book to read that she had hugely enjoyed. As she couldn't tell me about the ending and plot details ahead of time, she would become impatient for me to finish the book so we could talk about it. And the same was true in reverse. I'd stop in her office and want to know how far she had gotten so we could talk about it. Then finally we'd get to discuss the particular book and what was best and how did you like that part and what about when so and so did such and such.
That was great fun for me - I treasured those times with Amy and I miss them.
Cyndi Fortenberry Ray
January 25, 2007
Mr and Mrs Rankin, I dont quite know what to say. Even though years would pass between phonecalls, whenever Amy and I would touch base it was as if we were still the little girls that played at your home,hiding from Nancy and bugging Dennis. I am more than shocked and saddened by this news. Please know you all are in my prayers.She was like a sister to me, someone whom I could confide in and always count on for advise.You have all had a special place in my heart, and my family grieves with you.None of us know God's plan for us.Have faith that you will see her again one day.
I love you all.
Richard Washington
January 16, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to You in Your loss
Kay Yates
January 15, 2007
My deepest sympathy is extended to the Rankin family. Amy was a neat person and I will miss our "tootsie roll breaks." My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and Lisa Greenwaldt
January 14, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Rankin,Dennis, Dawn, Nancy and family,
Mike and I just heard the news of Amy. We are so saddened for all of you. Our hearts and prayers go out to each of you. A precious life taken too soon but will always be remembered.
Ginger Mattiace
January 12, 2007
To the Entire Rankin Family,
I am so very sad and heart broken over the death of precious Amy. Even though I have not seen her in awhile I feel like I have lost an amazing friend. She was loved and admired by everyone that knew and worked with her. She was such a joy in life! I am asking God for extra strength for your family now. We know Amy is at peace and happy now. God will take care of each of you but it will take time. Remember that she was loved by all and no one will ever forget such a remarkable young lady. God Bless you all.
Best, Ginger Mattiace (Jackson)
Darlene (Steen) Austin
January 12, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Amy was a blessing to everyone she met. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
lynn Irby Gates
January 12, 2007
To Mr. and Mrs. Rankin and family - I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Amy was such a special person and I know she will be deeply missed but we all know she is going to be taken care of. Even though I have not seen her in years I still remember how much fun she was to be around back in our highschool days. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Wende Davis
January 12, 2007
I didn't know Amy very long or very well but her passing was still more than shocking. I met Amy over a year ago while was visiting Sysco Central Alabama. During my time at Gulf Coast I've enjoyed talking with Amy when she called. She was always full of life and joyful. Such a pleasure to talk to. Amy will be greatly missed not only by her family and friends but also by many at Sysco. Amy has definitely left a mark on this world. For those who know the poem about "The Dash", her "dash" is truly full.
THELMA WILSON
January 12, 2007
GOD BLESS THE RANKIN FAMILY
James Robinson
January 12, 2007
Amy, you were and will always be a dear friend and I will miss you dearly. To the Rankin family, my heart and prayers go out to you in this loss.
MACY CODY
January 12, 2007
PLEASE KNOW THAT GOD HAS A REASON FOR EVERY THING AND WE TRUST THAT YOU WILL FIND COMFORT FROM FROM ABOVE NOW.
Lisa Walker
January 12, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Erica Smith
January 12, 2007
My thoughts & prayers go out to The Rankin Family & all who had the oppertunity to know Amy. We all will cherish the times we shared with her & truely miss her!
Nathan Helms
January 12, 2007
My condolences to the Rankin Family. I had the pleasure to work with Amy for several years and she will be missed, not only as a co-worker but a great friend too.
Lori Beth Hirsberg
January 11, 2007
My deepest sympathies go out to your entire family. I was so saddened to hear about Amy's passing. I will always remember her with a kind heart, a smiling face, an awesome outlook on life, and a great laugh!
Scott Kraner
January 11, 2007
Amy, you were my boss and a friend for over for the last 8 years. I will never forget the many valuable lessons that you taught me; not only in my career but in life. I know that I will see you and Steve Craft someday behind the pearly gates. God Bless. Scott Kraner
Carol Blake
January 11, 2007
I am shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Amy's passing. I had previously worked with her at SYSCO in Alabama. She was a true professional and loved her job. I know that she will be missed by all that knew her.
Norma Yelverton
January 11, 2007
My prayers and thoughts go out to the Rankin Family during this time. Amy was such a special person, she was the daughter everyone should have, she will truly be missed by everyone expecially her family of SYSCO Employee.Heaven has truly gain another "ANGEL" with her.
Gencie McCann
January 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. I worked with Amy for many years at Sysco and she will truly be missed.
May God comfort you in the days ahead.
DOVEY MCWHORTER
January 11, 2007
My sympathy goes to the Rankin Family. God Bless you all and Amy will be truly missed.
Dovey McWhorter Sysco Central Alabama.
Leisa Taft
January 11, 2007
My prayers go out to her family. I was blessed to have known Amy as a co-worker and friend. Amy LOVED her animals and her job. There is so many memories I will hold in my heart of her, but the one I will share with all of you is the time there was a stray cat in Sysco's parking lot for a couple of days and she finally brought a cage and rescued the cat, and I do believe she kept it. Amy will truly be missed and we all shall see her again in heaven. Leisa
Sales Concepts, Inc.
January 11, 2007
Deepest sympathy to your family. Amy was such a great person to work with. She was so young but she lived life more than maybe most of us. God bless your family and remember she will always be with you in your heart.
David Lerner
January 11, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Amy adored her nieces & nephews, and she would speak about them often....She'll be greatly missed!
Janet Richards White
January 11, 2007
I just wanted you to know I was thinking of you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Janet
Larry, Renee' and Taylor Adcock
January 11, 2007
To the Rankin Family:
We are praying for you as we have all lost a very special friend.
Karen Stone
January 11, 2007
I will truly miss Amy. She was a true spirit and everyone here at Sysco Jackson, who knew her, will truly miss a great friend. My prayers are with the family.
Janet and Bob Lane
January 11, 2007
I am still in shock over this news so I know what the family must be feeling. My prayers and thoughts are with them. We loved Amy and will miss her terribly. We don't always know why things happen, but we do know that God is in control. I pray he gives the family a peace to get them through this difficult time.
Tina (Davis) Brown
January 11, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring a smile and may God's peace be with you.
WAYNE ELDRIDGE
January 11, 2007
Amy Always Brought A Smile to everyone She Meet. She Will Be Missed By Everyone Who Had The Pleasure Of Her Sprit.
Teresa Pilgrim Savell
January 11, 2007
I was so sorry to hear about Amy. My best memory was talking with her at the Boler family reunions. Our prayers are with you all. May you find God's peace at this time.
Carolyn (Callen) Garcia
January 11, 2007
Many memories are pouring forth of your wonderful family and our sweet Amy. My heart goes out to you all. God Bless.
Beverly Dean
January 11, 2007
I am so sorry and shocked I've always felt as though ya'll were part of our family, you have my deepest sympathies.
Beverly (Dean) Killen
Nancy and Johnny Griffin
January 10, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
David Lee
January 10, 2007
Amy and I were very good friends. She was such a pleasure to be around. I can not even begin to express just how broken-hearted I feel. I have lost a truly great friend ... but heaven has gained another angel. May GOD bless the entire Rankin Family. HE has already blessed me by allowing me to have Amy for a friend. I will never ever forget her! Your Family is in my prayers! Thanks for raising such a great and loving daughter!
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