Tammy Rankin Obituary
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She is survived by Husband, Jeff Rankin; sons, Brad Rankin and Kevin Rankin; daughters, Kayla Bazile, Amber Rankin, Abbey Rankin; grandchildren, Ava Rankin, Nora Rankin, Archer Rankin, Rocky Bazile, Aurora Bazile; brothers, Tom Melhaney and Larry Mcelhaney; sisters Vicki Cosma, Marsha Green and many other family and friends.
She was preceded in death by father, Chester Ray Mcelhaney; mother, Mary Louise Allison; brother, Randy Mcelhaney.
Visitation will be at Smyrna Church of Christ, 112 Division St, Smyrna, TN 37167 from 10am to 12pm on Saturday August 10, 2024 followed by a Funeral Service from 12pm to 1pm, and Graveside will be at 1:30pm at Mapleview Cemetery, 411 Maple St, Smyrna, TN 37167.
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Emily Ackerman
September 3, 2024
I worked with Tammy and although we did not cross paths every day, I always enjoyed seeing her around. She was genuine, authentic and funny! Always with a smile and positive energy she was a welcome addition to our office. She is missed, she is loved and she will always be remembered.
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Cris Good
August 6, 2024
Tammy and I were hired on the same day. I remember her walking into the conference room and sitting next to me for orientation. I said, 'Hi!', and then we started chatting. It just went from there.
She became one of my favorite people at work...she would pop her head into my office at least once a week. And if you couldn't find me in my office, I was usually hanging out with the Tammy's in theirs.
We talked about anything and everything and laughed just as much. We also cried a few times, as well.
Tammy was 'life-long' friend material. She was feisty, funny, compassionate, and just a wonderful person. Working with her for a little over 2 years was a gift and I'm thankful for it.
I've always said that being missed is a good thing because it means that you've left a lasting and positive impression on someone's life. Tammy was that person and I'm going to miss her so much.
Karen Thompson
August 5, 2024
Her family bought my childhood home and she was so sweet to let me visit one day! She was the sweetest
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