In loving memory of

James Kevin Rankin
January 28, 2013

James Kevin Rankin, 6 ½ months old, of Mendon, passed peacefully into Heaven at his home, in the arms of his parents, surrounded by his sister Kendra and his loving family on Monday, January 28, 2013 at 6:50 p.m.

James was born July 12, 2012 in Blessing Hospital to Johnny Kevin and Erin Lynn Morgan Rankin.

James touched several lives in his short time here on earth. He attended Calvary Baptist Church with his parents and sister; he was a member of the nursery at the church. He spent the last six weeks in St. Louis Children's Hospital - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit where he was tenderly cared for by the nursing staff and the doctors of Children's Hospital, Washington University Department of Pediatrics and Neurology, and the Children's Hospital Transport Team. We would like to thank everyone for their prayers and support throughout James' life.

James is survived by his parents, his sister Kendra Lynn Rankin all of Mendon, IL, paternal grandparents, J. Kevin (Krista) Rankin of Quincy, maternal grandparents Jim (Linda) Morgan of Memphis, MO, paternal great grandparents, Johnny W. Rankin, Herrin, IL, and Robert (Letha) Hatten of Cameron, MO, maternal great grandparents, Lloyd James (Shirley) Morgan, of Hale, MO and Robert (Phyllis) Ford of Lenexa, KS, aunts Elizabeth Rankin of Carbondale, IL and Amy (Jeremy) Oshner of Quincy, uncles, Rob (Jacki) Morgan of Fulton, MO and Ryan (Sheena) Morgan of Lancing, TN, 6 cousins, Hunter, Haylee, Melody, Marcy, Vincent and Audrey Morgan. He was preceded in death by his paternal great grandmother, Juanita Rankin.

Services: Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 2 p.m. in Calvary Baptist Church with Mr. Gary Kurfman, Rev. Mickey Farlow and Mr. Jeremy Oshner officiating with burial in Greenmount Cemetery, Quincy, IL.

Visitation: Friday, February 1, 2013 from 3-7 p.m. in Calvary Baptist Church.

Memorials: To James Kevin Rankin's Siblings Educational Fund or Donor's Choice.

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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.

Tributes

Karen & Steve Wellman wrote on Feb 1, 2013:

"Kevin, Krista and family. Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to you during this time. May the peace of the Lord be with you."

Mike and Lin Stephenson wrote on Feb 1, 2013:

"Our hearts are so sad for you and your family. We will continue to pray for peace and comfort for all. God bless."

Tracy Jones wrote on Jan 31, 2013:

"My prayers our with you. I pray for peace to you and your loved ones."

Sarah Fredman wrote on Jan 31, 2013:

"I'm so very sorry for the loss of your dear son. I pray the Lord will give you much comfort and grace through this time and the difficult days to come. You will be remembered often in my prayers."

Shirley and Paul Pritchett wrote on Jan 31, 2013:

"Carla and Johnny and the rest of the family! So sorry for your loss. Carla was telling us about the baby back in December. He fought a short battle. Thinking and praying for you. As we are told in the Bible, we have to believe and will again see that baby. Shirley and Paul Jr. Pritchett"

Misty and Tim Dowling wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"So sorry to hear of your loss."

Wayne and Janice Weiland wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time."

Rob & Rachael Albsmeyer wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort & peace during this difficult time."

Brett & Janet Brewer wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"You are in our thoughts and prayers."

Doug & Tali Baker wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"Kevin, so sad to hear of this as it is especially hard when it is a sweet baby. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you lead your family through this trial. God be with you my friend."

Wayne & Donna Weed wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"We are so sorry for your loss of sweet little James, but know you will see him again, until then he rests in the arms of Jesus."

Mark & Janet Reno wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"Kevin & Krista we are so sorry for the loss of your grandchild. We are praying for your family in this difficult time."

Lisa Denney wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"Erin and Johnny, I am so sorry for the loss of your little guy. Please know that you and your family will be in our prayers."

Gary & Jeannine Leeds wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"Our love & prayers for you & your family. So sorry for your loss."

Dail and Doris wrote on Jan 30, 2013:

"Thinking and praying for all. So sorry to hear of James passing."

sharon humphrey wrote on Jan 29, 2013:

"so sorry to hear of your loss!Praying for your whole family."

Aunt Mamy wrote on Jan 29, 2013:

"I love you buddy!"

Vanessa Dwyer Campbell wrote on Jan 29, 2013:

"Kevin, Kathy Rushing Bevis told me about James and I wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear of his passing. My prayers will be with you and yours as you travel this unplanned journey through the valley. May your family find their peace."

Jim & Mary Fuller wrote on Jan 29, 2013:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time."