Anne M. Rankin, 76 of Menomonie made her heavenly journey to reunite with her late husband Alva Rankin among multiple family members and friends on Monday December 16th, 2019 at Mayo Clinic Health System-Red cedar in Menomonie.

Anne was born December 19th, 1942 in Menomonie.  She was the daughter of Peter and Gertrude (Lewis) Jeatran and grew up in Menomonie. 

Anne spent many years as the President of her local Foster Parent Chapter.  She also played a large role in the Kids of Lake Nebagamon, providing many children and their families with holiday dinners, clothing and gifts under the tree. Those are just a couple of selfless involvements that Anne took pride in. She was a true example of what love and determination can accomplish. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, mother n law, sister, sister n law, and friend, as well as a role model to those around her. Anne loved a good laugh, and her memory will forever leave a smile upon the faces of those who had the pleasure of knowing her. Until we meet again, we will forever feel the warmth of your smile when the sun shines down upon us and hear your beautiful laughter as the gentle breeze brushes across our face. Thank you for being you....

Anne is survived by her children, Ron (Misty) Husby, Rick (Gretchen) Husby, Maria Valencia, Ty (Nikki Ann) Kennedy, Damen Rankin; grandmother to eight beautiful grandchildren; a stepsister, Ruth Ann Taylor of California, many nieces, nephews and foster mother to many.  This angel who walked the earth will now be watching us from above.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Alva Rankin, five brothers, Dick, Bob, Dan, Jim and Tom Jeatran.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Friday December 20, 2019 at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Menomonie.

Condolences

1. Jen Bronsdon May 27, 2023, at 9:18am

   I don’t know why, but Anne’s been on my mind a lot lately. We were close during our days on the WFAPA board when Anne was president.

   I valued her wisdom, tact, humor, and compassion.

   Beautiful obituary — captured Ann well and immediately brought back her easy laugh. I’m sorry the years slipped away without us staying in touch.

2. Sue Hendrickson June 27, 2020, at 3:52pm

   Met Al first as he became a part of Leadership Wisconsin and sought support from our Extension group; what an impressive intellect and super guy. We shared a support of the Superior Days effort. Met Ann when our Extension group was donating quilts to her Fostering group over several years. How cool to find out these two special people were a couple! I am a better person for knowing them. They are both missed. God bless you, family and friends.

3. Karin Jeatran December 20, 2019, at 2:49pm

   Anne will be missed. Her warm spirit and generosity made a positive impact on this world.

4. Melodie & Mark Gauthier December 19, 2019, at 7:30pm

    

5. Peg McKanna December 18, 2019, at 7:26pm

   Very sorry to hear this news. I recently met Ann at a small gathering of extended Kenney family cousins. It was such a fun afternoon, full of love and laughter! From what I’m reading, love and laughter defined Ann’s life. My sympathy to her family and friends. God bless you and keep you, who she held so dear.

6. Brad Gray December 17, 2019, at 9:10pm

   Although a distant cousin, she was a close friend who touched our hearts dearly. She helped make our family whole...

7. Tim karen skinner December 17, 2019, at 2:13pm

   So sorry to hear the passing of Anne.what a wonderful lady she will be missed by many.condolences to all of your family.sincerely,Tim and karen Skinner.

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