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Vernon “Vern” Henry Rankin
January 6, 2025
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Vernon Henry Rankin, 87, Eastern Passage passed away January 6, 2025.
Born off Newfoundland on the Magdalen Islands he was the son of the late Percy &
Elsie (Rogers) Rankin, Newfoundland
He was a well-known business man, owning and operating Rankin’s
Plumbing and Mechanical Contracting for many years, during which he was
a Master Plumber, President of the Plumbers Association, and briefly
taught at NSCC. He was also licensed in heating and air conditioning,
Energy Management, and as an oil burner mechanic. In 1980 he was
employed at Oakwood Terrace as Director of Maintenance, and until his
death, continued on the Board of Directors at both Oakwood Terrace and
Ocean View Manor.
He was an avid golfer, enjoyed bowling, travelling, and time with his
friends, old and new.
He was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Joyce (2020) and is survived
by their children Karla (Peter) Wamboldt, Steven (Alexanderine) Rankin,
Joann (James) Lowry, treasured grandsons Evan (Samantha) Lowry and
Tyler Rankin, Sister Shirley (Robert) Bell, as well as many cherished nieces
and nephews.
No idle moments right to the end, he was a hard worker, a great family man
with a heart of gold, and he especially enjoyed to share his great
knowledge and advice with anyone who asked.
Cremation has taken place under the care of Dartmouth Funeral Home.
Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, January 18th, 2025 at
11:00 AM at St. Peters Anglican Church, Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia.
Interment at Christ Church Columbarium with family only.
Reception for all to follow the service at the Buffalo Club 625 Cow Bay Rd.
Donations in Vernon’s memory may be made to Oakwood Terrace, or any
other charity of choice.
Handyman in Heaven
There’s a handyman in Heaven now, who built a life with dreams.
No task, no chore, no obstacle, he loved the challenge of extremes.
A caring, honest provider that unselfishly gave his all,
With a heart of gold and hands of steel that responded to the call.
A Brother, Dad, and Grandfather too, that would help you to the end.
A reliable person of integrity that all wanted as a Friend.
There’s a handyman in Heaven now, who’s fixing Heaven’s gate,
Oiling the hinges with pride and care so they will open for us who wait.
SERVICES
Celebration of Life
Saturday, January 18, 2025
11:00 AM
St. Peters Anglican Church
Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia
January 6 2025
Death notice for the town of: Dartmouth, Province: Nova Scotia
death notice Vernon Vern Henry Rankin January 6 2025
obituaries notice Vernon Vern Henry Rankin January 6 2025
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Vernon Vern Henry Rankin January 6 2025 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
