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Audrey Parkes Jorns, Mary Parkes Mech, Allen Parkes, John Parkes
November 26, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Rankins family. We will keep with us our memories of Randy, his infectious laughter, and of the good times in school and on the golf course.
Jim Wirth
November 24, 2007
Rankins Family, so sorry to hear about your loss. I have many fond memories visiting with Randy when he was at Ford in Effingham.
Terry Rowe
November 24, 2007
To The Rankins Family,So sorry to hear about Randy,
Marge and Jack Ganley
November 23, 2007
Darla we are so sorry to hear of your loss our thoughts are with you and your children.
Jim Hoh
November 23, 2007
Darla and family: So sorry to hear of Randy's passing. We had many laughs and good conversation on "A" dock at Lake Shelbyville. He will be missed by all. Jim and Caroline Hoh, Lovington, IL
David Stuva
November 23, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Robin and I will keep your family in our paryers.
Doug McQueen
November 23, 2007
Dear Rankins Family,
We are very sorry to hear of Randy's passing. Please accept our sincere thoughts of sympathy to you and your families. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Doug and Lynn McQueen
Jill Temple (Taylor)
November 23, 2007
To Randy's Family,
I was so sad to hear about Randy. I am one of his classmates, and even though I had not seen him for several years, I have fond memories from school. I just spoke to Doug McCammon from our class a few weeks ago, and he said he had just ran into Randy. I told him I was not sure I would recognize him, but after seeing his picture in the paper, I know I would have, it was a very nice picture, and he was just as good looking as he was when we were kids. Thank you for having it there. I pray that God will give you happy memories and peace in your hearts.
God Bless, Jill
Linda Perry
November 23, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you and your children will be remembered in my prayers.
Marcia (McDowell) Harmon
November 22, 2007
Hi:)
My family is so sorry to hear of your loss. Please contact us at all for any reason. My husband and I are in Mattoon alot as we live in Louisville, Il and own our home here. Sorry of your your loss again. Sincerely, Marcia (McDowell) Mike, Taylor, Mekenzie Harmon and Wayne and Martha McDowell and Donna Bean
Bob, Karen, Sarah & Michael Hemmett
November 22, 2007
Darla, Myles, and Morgan,
We are so deeply saddened and shocked at the news of Randy's death. You have been such wonderful friends to us through the years, and it's truly heartbreaking to try to accept that your wonderful husband and father is just gone. Darla, you are a strong and amazing woman, and your strength will bring you and your children through this. We are cherishing our memories of Randy, and praying for all of you. We are here for you in spirit and would love to talk with you whenever you need or want to.
Love, The Hemmetts
Chris G. Miller
November 22, 2007
Dear Rankins Family,
I was so sad to hear of Randy's passing. I have fond memories of attending OHS with Randy. He always had a smile. It is my prayer that the God of all comfort will comfort you during this time.
Gina (Myers) Barr
November 21, 2007
Darla,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. You and your family are in my prayers.
Robin McDowell
November 21, 2007
Darla and family - My heart goes out to one and all. Stay strong and remember we are always here for you and the kids. Here is a big hug for you all. I love you.
Walter Liffick
November 21, 2007
Very sorry to read of Randy's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Randy Jennings
November 21, 2007
To the Rankins Family,
We are sorry to hear of Randy's passing. May God bless you all.
Oakland High School class of 74
Sandy Copper
November 21, 2007
Darla,
Myles and Morgan
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are
with you. Try to focus on the memories and happy times you had together. Take care and let us know if there is
anything at all you need, we are for you now and especially in the
times to come.
With Love, Kelly, Sandy, Taylor, Jacob and Chase
Candi and Trent Walker
November 21, 2007
Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Fawn Newsom
November 21, 2007
Darla and family:
Todd and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Stay strong and hold onto the memories you had together.
Lots of love,
Todd and Fawn Newsom
Laurie Holsapple
November 21, 2007
Darla,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Let me know if there is anything I can do. Hold Myles and Morgan close to your heart and you will all help each other through this tragic part of your lives.
Christine Jackson (Masse)
November 21, 2007
Darla and family, Sorry to hear of your unexpected loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts. You have always been strong willed, stay that way. God Bless you and the kids.
Karen Temples
November 21, 2007
Dear Donnie & Vicki:
I'm so very, very sorry - please let me know what I can do to help you through this.
My thoughts, prayers and love are with you,
Karen Temples
Steven Gall
November 21, 2007
Randy is respected and liked by all. I enjoyed the years that we spent together and will always treasure the memories that remain.
Scott Kohn
November 21, 2007
Darla,Miles & Morgan,
Randy was like a brother to me. He will be greatly missed although the memories will last forever. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband,father and our friend.
Brenda Temples
November 21, 2007
Donnie and Vickie: You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
nicole (mcdowell) stoneburner
November 21, 2007
darla, im sorry if u need anything like mom said dont hesitate to call anyone of us...we are here for u...
Sara & Corky Hopper
November 21, 2007
Darla and family: We're so sorry and shocked to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers and if there's anything we can do for you please let us know.
LORETTA Byers
November 21, 2007
To Darla and Kids,
We send our hearts out to you. I grew up with Randy in Oakland, it was so nice to finally get back in touch with him again in life, we are sure going to miss him at the lake, but hopefully we will still see you. If there is anything we can do for you, please do not hesitate to call us. God Bless you, Miles and Morgan.
We all our love,
Ed Marshall and Loretta Byers
Virginia Ground
November 21, 2007
My sincere thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family, Darla. Please call me anytime.
Steve Smith
November 21, 2007
When I think of Randy, I think of laughing and having fun. Randy always brought a smile to peoples faces and to their hearts. He made friends with everyone he knew. He will be remembered as a great person that always won a challenge and would help anyone.
I will always remember you Randy.
Your good friend Steve
May Aston-McDowell
November 21, 2007
Darla,
You and Miles and Morgan are in my prayers. Don't know if there is anything I can do to help, but please let me know. My heart aches for all of you.
Love,
May
Bill McLean
November 21, 2007
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Randy. Randy and I had a lot of fun times running the streets of Oakland growing up which are lifelong memories. To my lifelong friend may you rest in peace.
Penny (McDowell) Stanley
November 21, 2007
Darla I can not imagine what you are going thru with the death of Randy I know losing dad was hard enough on me without losing a spouse. You know you will always be in our prayers and if you ever need anything dont hesitate to call on your family. Love you always
Brian Aleshire
November 20, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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