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Marlene Rankin Obituary
Marlene L. Rankin
CHARLESTON - Marlene L. Rankin 74 of Charleston, IL, passed away at 6:01 AM, Tuesday October 18, 2022, in Charleston, IL.
Memorials are suggested to the Carle Hospice 4116 Fieldstone Road, Champaign, IL, 61821.
As per her wishes Cremation Rites will be accorded and service will be at a later date.
The Swengel - O'Dell Funeral Home, inc. is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swengel-odell.com.
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Mark Rankin
October 27, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Lisa, Jimmy and Angie!
Michele Ogle
October 25, 2022
I am very sorry for your loss. Marlene was so nice. I loved visiting with her anytime we ran into each other when we were out and about. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Leilani Muhr
October 25, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Marlene was such a sweet, funny lady. I loved visiting with her at McDonalds and listening to her stories. You are all in my thoughts.
Stanley Hedden Jr.
October 25, 2022
So sorry. Always remember your mom at mcds
Joan Warner
October 22, 2022
Sorry to read that Marlene has passed away. I remember when she was born. We had a lot of good memories, and I have never stopped loving her. I send my condolences to her children, with love and sadness. Aunt Jo
Lisa Jones Lewis
October 22, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeanette Nacke
October 22, 2022
Sorry for your loss may your special memories carry you through
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