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James Rankin

Passed 08/01/2024

Obituary For James Rankin

Mr. James Lee β€œSkunion” Rankin, Sr., 74, of Maiden, North Carolina transitioned on Thursday, August 1, 2024 in Cleveland County, North Carolina.

He was born in Rowan County, North Carolina on January 14, 1950 to the late J.T. McNeely and Dorothy Rankin McNeely.

James was a member of Victory Christian Center.He was the owner of B & J Truck Hauling Company.

Funeral service is Friday, August 9, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Living Word in Maiden, NC with burial to follow in Maiden Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Living Word one hour prior to the service.

Arrangements entrusted to Ebony & White’s Funeral Service


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Melvin A Swink sent Ocean Devotion for James Rankin - August 09, 2024

Condolences to the Rankin Family, James was a great person and he will be missed. Swink & Sons Hauling Arron Swink

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John Johnson sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for James Rankin - August 09, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Johnson and sons Hauling

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MYRTLE BOWLES planted 5 trees in memory of James Rankin . - August 09, 2024

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To the Rankin Family, On the morning of August 1st while eating breakfast the shock of James' passing came to me. it was then and now difficult to comprehend. One never knows the day or the hour when life on this side of earth will cease. It was the week before, he and I talked for an hour hour or more on the phone. We talked about families, our health and up coming retirement and my fourteen year retirement . It was an upbeat conversation in general. We, both, talked about Charlie and his impact on our lives.

Looking back and revisiting my personal encounters with James, they were positive. He was a man of his word. He said what he meant and meant what he said. James was a kind and generous person. He would do actions of kindness and refused pay. James was a hard and dedicated worker.

Family remember James' warm smile, the acts of kindness, peace and love for his family. In your remembrance tell stories that he told, about life and life experiences. To save lives of others he made a quick call that resulted in the accident. John 15:13 says "There is no greater love than this: that a person would lay down his life for the sake of his friends." That is what James did.

My final thoughts are love each other. Be kind to each other and think about what would James say and do.

A Lifelong Friend, Sylvester Leon Fleming, Sr--Mt. Ulla, N.C.

Prayers and condolences for the family. I will miss you old buddy and the joy rides we took together in your hot rod cars and your funny little laugh. Mitchell Fish

Prayers for James Rankin's family, my father (Terry Cabaniss) drove for you years ago and my condolences are with the family. Terry Dale Cabaniss &Family

James, we were friends for many years. We shared many thoughts of which the most important was looking forward and believing in eternal life. Looking forward to seeing you again and spending eternity with you. Thank you for your kind words and your smile especially on the days I really needed it. Love and Friendship forever, Myrtle

Our thoughts are with the whole family during this hard time! James was my best friend for years and I will miss him. -Mr. William/Joyce Parson

Praying that God will carry the family through in times like this.Know that God don't make no mistakes. So let us all be ready when he calls us home. Love you Family. Dokie Johnson Ramseur πŸ™πŸΌπŸ™πŸΌπŸ™πŸΌ

Sending our deepest condolences to the Rankin family. Mr. Rankin was always a kind and generous man to all who knew him. We first met him in a store we once owned. He and the persons working for him would frequently drop in. And he continued to have me bake cakes for him even up to the present. We will dearly miss him. May God continue to bless you and comfort you. Howard and Sarah Roberts

Condolences πŸ™ praying for my family and blessings πŸ™Œ

Our sincere condolences from Genie & Becky West.

To the family, we send our deepest condolences and prayers to you all.James was a very special friend to my husband and I.He is our brother,and we will miss him so much. Our continued prayers for healing,and comfort.Rest In Power our brother forever.β™‘πŸ™πŸΎπŸ«‚πŸ«ΆπŸΎπŸ’ͺ🏾

To the family, we send our deepest condolences and prayers to you all.James was a very special friend to my husband and I.He is our brother,and we will miss him so much. Our continued prayers for healing,and comfort.Rest In Power our brother forever.β™‘πŸ™πŸΎπŸ«‚πŸ«ΆπŸΎπŸ’ͺ🏾

To Ajacia Rankin MCombs and family Dennis and I are so sorry for this tragic loss. As neighbors and friends w are here for you if you need us

Condolences from the Harris and Weathers family

Extending heartfelt sympathy, prayers and condolences to all during this most difficult time. James will be remembered and definitely missed in our family. Rest easy cousin πŸ˜’πŸ™πŸ½πŸ’”πŸ™πŸ½

Our hearts are broken for your loss and James will be missed greatly I can't begin to express the sorrow I know you feel I know god has a plan and good will come from this tragedy sincerely from everyone at Johnson and sons Hauling

I can't get him off my mind. Loved his story of where he come from and how far he made it to in life. Auton Trucking

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult period. Duane and Leslie Mccombs

Y'all are in my thoughts and prayers. Jr was a great guy I worked with him and never had one bad word against him he will be surly missed. - Chris Begley

My most Sincere Condolences and prayers for The Rankin and Mc Neely Family

Marvin Shaw

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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