Richard E. Rankin Obituary
The passing of Richard E. Rankin of Johnson City, Tennessee leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on November 27, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Richard E. Rankin or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Stephen Rankin and Angela Osborne Rankin; and his brother Jimmy Rankin. He is survived by: his children, Jeremy Stines (Lisa Greer), Joshua Rankin (Jamie), Richard Rankin II (Haley Rector), Aaron Rankin and Avery Rankin (Daniel Rankin); his siblings, Stephen Rankin, Lori Slagle, Angela Marich and Wendy Glaspie; his grandchildren, Brooke, Tony, Haley, Hannah, Jeremiah, Lacey, Ryan, Tistan, Ellis and Dakota; and his great grandchildren, Scarlett, Daxton, Nova and Colton. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation was held on Thursday, December 5th 2024 at 12:00 PM at the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home (800 E Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN 37601). A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 5th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
