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Dexter Rankin Obituary

Rankin, Dexter Blair "Dex"

Age 59, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Aspire Church, 51 Best Street, Dayton, Ohio 45405, with Pastor Winston officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Interment: Jefferson View Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to THOMAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 4520 Salem Ave. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasfunerals.com

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Jan. 30, 2025.

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Tillis Stallworth

February 2, 2025

Dear Dexter

I know that you are happy in your heavily home. You were always so nice to me. I will miss you.

Uncle Tillis Stallworth

Dr Shirley Stallworth

February 2, 2025

Dear Dexter

I will always remember your beautiful smile

Dr Shirley Stallworth

Derrick Rankin Jr

February 1, 2025

Love you Forever Unc Dex, I know you’re at peace and one day we will be reunited again.. Love for eternity your Newphew Lil Derrick

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Memorial Events
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Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Aspire Church

51 Best Street, Dayton, OH

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Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Aspire Church

51 Best Street, Dayton, OH

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Thomas Funeral Home & Crematory - Trotwood (Dayton)

4520 Salem Avenue, Dayton, OH 45416

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