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Daniel E. "Danny" Rankin

1972 - 2024

Daniel E. "Danny" Rankin obituary, 1972-2024, Lincoln, IL

BORN

1972

DIED

2024

Daniel Rankin Obituary

Danny "Daniel" E. Rankin, 52, of Lincoln, IL, passed away on May 20, 2024. He was born on January 28, 1972, in Bloomington, IL.

Danny, a devoted fan of the Chicago Bears and Cubs, enjoyed family cookouts and karaoke gatherings. His love for sports and music brought joy to those around him.

He is survived by his father, Daniel B. Rankin of Florida, his brothers Jonathan (Angelique) Rankin of Bloomington, IL, Shane (Mindy) Rankin of Gridley, IL, and Brian Rankin of Bloomington, IL. Danny is also survived by his daughters, Destinie Rankin of Bloomington, IL, and Brittany (Sean) Baize of Bartonville, IL. He is deeply missed by his significant other, Michelle Schuler of Lincoln, IL.

Danny was preceded in death by his mother, Deborah Gibson, and grandmother, Mary Thomas.

A service will be held at Eagle's Club, 313 S. Main St., Bloomington, IL 61701, from 5-9. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Go fund me.

May Danny Rankin's memory live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Published by The Pantagraph from May 24 to May 25, 2024.

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Heidi

February 14, 2025

Thinking of You today Miss U Alot Danny Happy VDay in Heaven

Jackie Gibson

May 27, 2024

No matter what u where always my brother in law. U will be missed by so many and we love you. RIP till we meet again

Stephanie Oesch

May 27, 2024

I will always remember the good times. Go fly high on that mountain my friend

Linda Davidson

May 25, 2024

Danny was loved by his very close friends Denny Terven Jr. Shannon Michele Terven Johnson and Billy McKinley.

Donna Clothier

May 25, 2024

So sorry for the loss of Danny... Donna Clothier

Heidi June McKinley

May 25, 2024

Im still in shock can't believe you are gone I know you are missed I just wish I would of took time to comment back at times you were one of a kind of person I'll never forget you Danny Eldon Rankin

Kelsey

May 25, 2024

I'm going to miss you you always treated me like a daughter when I was around I love you so much RIH

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