Ian RANKIN Obituary
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Chappy
July 16, 2012
Rankin Polly - A gentleman who never had a bad word for anyone, will be sadly missed, RIP Polly.
July 17, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Respected member of the Thomson Football Club. His bright personality shone through whenever in the company of the mighty Purple and Gold team mates and friends. Deepest sympathy to Glenda and all family members on the passing of a great sportsman, who gave life his best shot. - Herb, Alvie, Robyn, Julie and Lee Jeffery.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - A lifetime of great memories both on and off the football field. Sadly missed - Hoe and Annette.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - Memories of happy days growing up in Breakwater Road with Ian and the Rankins. - Phipps family.
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July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - Forever remembered. Deepest sympathy to Glenda and family. - Gail (Lucas) and Sue (Venner) 1959 - 64 Tate Street Primary School.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Very sad to hear of Polly's passing. Some great memories of a top bloke. Sympathy to his family and friends. - Steve McLure.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Goodbye old mate, a lifetime of memories. Never to be forgotten. Deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and families. - Robyn, Joffa, Nat and Marteen.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - Thanks for the good times and memories over the years. Love and sympathy to Glenda, Judy and families. Will be sadly missed. - Ian and Marion Walsh.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - You will always be a good mate, many great memories over the years Pol. You fought your illness with dignity, you were a good person to be around. Rest in peace Pol. - Piggo.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - The happiness you brought to all who knew you will be forever missed and never forgotten. Deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and families. Love - Nat. xxx
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - July 9, 2012 Memories of days gone by of a lovely friend, neighbour and flatmate. Deepest sympathy to Judy and loved ones. - Diane Edwick (Southport, Qld).
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, "Polly" Ian. - Deepest sympathy to Glenda and family on the passing of Polly. Always had a smile that lit up a room, loved his football and loved life. R.I.P. - Melanie and Wayne Macleod and family.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - Deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and family. To know him was to love him and we all loved Polly. - Al and all of Polly's many friends at the Elephant. Thanks Polly. RIP
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - July 9, 2012 Thank you for your humour and friendship during our football years and beyond. You will be sadly missed. Respected and admired friend of Bob Webb (Dubai and Southport, Qld).
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, 'Polly'. - Sincere condolences to all Polly's family and friends. A truly great bloke and a great friend. That big smile will be sadly missed. Rest in Peace mate - Maureen Harrington, Peter Spence, Tony and Sheryl Quarrel, Tim and Terry Evans, Bill Abbott, Helen Barclay, Grant Jones, Wayne and Nola Morris, Vaughan, Stuart and Barbara Miles, Nick Anderson, David and Merilyn Forbes, Mick Kelly, Ron Harry and all Poll's friends on the Gold Coast.
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - You were someone special, someone good and true, you will never be forgotten, we thought the world of you. Love always - Mallory, Brendon, Summer and Skye. XO XO
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - "Our Polly" God saw that you were weary, He did what He thought was best, And gently held you in His arms, And whispered "Come and rest". We love you Poll, you'll always be in our hearts and our memories we'll hold dear. Lots of love always - Kobe, Jarrod, Daisy and Mayson. xxx
July 14, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - I speak your name with love and pride, I smile through tears I try to hide, thank you for the time we shared, the love you gave me and the way you cared. You've left a place in my heart no one will ever fill. I miss you so much Polly and I always will. Love - Glenda.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - A quiet, unobtrusive, lovely bloke. Rest in peace Polly. - Irv.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - The friendship we shared, is your legacy to me. Thanks Polly. Love to Glenda and Judy. - Barb Saxon.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Just a great person. Will be sadly missed. Sympathy to the whole family. - Gordon and Sue Connelly.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - Thanks for all the great times in our working days. Deeply missed. - All the boys at Connelly Engineering.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - One of the best I have ever played with at Thomson. A great guy who will be sadly missed. - Allan Rolph.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Sympathy to Glenda and families. Memories not forgotten of good times, with a good friend. - Shane O.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - Rest in peace Polly. A pleasure to have known and a pleasure to have played alongside. - China.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Great memories of a mate and friend of Jack Golden and Jan Webb. Condolences to Glenda and family. Sadly missed, always remembered
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - Vale Polly. We will long remember you and your courage. Deepest condolences to Glenda, Judy and families. - Mark, Terrianne, Rommy, Greer, Jacob and Jaron.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Farewell Polly. We were mates for over 45 years, we had some great times. You will not be forgotten. Deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and families. - Garry and Christine Walsh.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - Deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and families on the passing of one of the great blokes of the world. He will be greatly missed. RIP Polly - Kevin and Raylene Anderson and family.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - It was a privilege to have you as a great mate. Memories won't fade. One of nature's true gentlemen. Sadly missed. Condolences to Glenda and Judy. - Mitch and Sharon, Jackie, Narelle and John
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Great men are born, and as is the circle of life, great men pass. It is hard to accept that you are no longer with us. The memories of our friendship will never diminish. You fought a good fight for a long time Polly. Rest in peace old mate. - Wighty, Jarrod, Dylan and Mary.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - From Southport Sharks (formerly Magpies) To Polly Rankin, a tremendous player for our football club, who played a key role in the club's 1975 undefeated premiership side. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all family and friends of Polly. - Dr Alan Mackenzie, Rick Fankhauser, The Board, players, coaches and staff of the Southport Football Club. God bless you Polly
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and families. A Premiership player. Wonderful memories. Always remembered. - The President, Committee, members and players - East Geelong Football and Netball Club.
July 13, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Nephew and cousin who will be sadly missed. Death leaves a heartache that no one can fix, Love leaves us memories that no one can steal. Sympathy to Glenda and Judith. - Wilma, Colin, Kim, Jodie-Ann and families.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - Our great mate will be forever in our hearts. We'll remember "yesterday". - Shelley and Susan.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - Goodbye to a grand team mate and friend. All class on and off the field. - Greg and Donna Macleod and family.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Thanks for the great memories of the old days. Great mate, great bloke. - Ferret and Marg.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Poll). - Wonderful memories of a great friend. Sadly missed. Sympathy to Judy, Glenda and families. - Craig and Kay D'Arcy.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - Look after him Lord in your Garden of rest, for here on Earth, he was one of the best. - Eddie and Jayne Dare, Queensland.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Thanks for a lifetime of friendship. Goodbye Polly. My condolences to Glenda and Judy and families. - Bluey Connolly and family.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Very sad to hear of Ian's passing. He was always great fun and a good friend. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. - John Binch.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Just the best guy going around, what a footballer. Sadly missed by all at Thomson Football Club. Deepest sympathy to Glenda and family. - Flea and Helen.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Deepest sympathy to Glenda, and Ian's sister Judy, on the passing of Polly. Will be sadly missed by us all. - Glenn, Robyn and Nicholas Myers.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - Farewell Polly. Great mate and nature's gent. Will remember the good times and laughs. Deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and families. - Richard Collins.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian Polly. - Our deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and family on the sad passing of Polly, a respected Past Player and longtime supporter. - The committee, players and all your friends at Thomson Cricket Club.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Polly. - With heavy heart we shed a tear, For a beautiful man we loved so dear. A smoke, a drink, a joke or two, That's how we will remember you. No more "Polly put the kettle on". Love - Sue, Matt and boys.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian. - Sympathy to Glenda and family on the passing of Polly. On his way with his cheeky sense of humour and courage. A real whiz with movies and footy trivia, a friend and work colleague who will be extremely missed by us all. - Corio Waste Management.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - The President, committee, players past and present and members of the Thomson Football & Netball Club deeply regret the passing of Polly. A Life Member, Premiership player, Premiership coach, three time Best & Fairest winner, named in our 50 Year side and a Foundation Member of our club. Deepest sympathy to Glenda and Ian's sister Judy and families.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Deepest sympathy to Glenda, Judy and families. - Ngaire, Laurence and Carol Wall and family.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - To our darling daughter Glenda and family, deepest sympathy on the passing of Polly. Love - Mum and Mick Stante.
July 12, 2012
RANKIN, Ian (Polly). - Our hearts are aching on the sad passing of Polly. He was one in a million. Glen, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love - Sannie and Greg and the Kowalik family.
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