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Raymond Daigle posted a condolence
I met Jane and John through Probus and always found them engaging , intelligent, knowledgable and so pleasant. So sorry to hear about John's passing. To Jane and her family, my deepest condolences. Rest in Peace.
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Sara Merrithew posted a condolence
Dear Jane My dearest condolences to you and your family. I have worked in Er as a clerk for 39 years. I remember Dr. Rankin all so well. He was a kind and very knowledgeable man. I am so happy to know you and John did so much in life. IAs I read his obituary I could see how much your love endured and how you had so many good times. Again my thoughts are with you.
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David & Margot Russell posted a condolence
Jane, please accept our most sincere condolences on John's death. He was truly one of a kind. Whether it was around a dining table or on a sailboat, John was always a fun and entertaining companion. He will be missed by many to say the least but his suffering is over and the wonderful memories shall live on. Sincerely, David & Margot R.
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Johanne Szpak (m. Clements) posted a condolence
Jane: so sorry to hear ofJohn's passing. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. I will always remember John as a gentle soul. When we lived near you, he had the two Brittanys and I would often see the two of you walking. He will be sorely missed.
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David Addleman posted a condolence
Dear Jane. Though not a surprise, sad to read of John's passing. Glad he could do it on his own terms. I'm left with memories of many happy times and chats we shared, and I am sure you are too. Best wishes to you and Luke. David
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Catherine Sutherland posted a condolence
Dear Jane, There is no easy time to lose the love of your life, but during this pandemic, your loss is especially difficult. Please know that so many of us will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that you will take comfort in knowing that so many people are thinking of you during this difficult time. Gerald and I had the greatest respect for John and Gerald always felt blessed to have the most amazing vascular surgeon. With deepest sympathy, Catherine
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Peter Graham posted a condolence
Dear Jane, I was so sorry to read in yesterday's Belfast Telegraph of the death of your beloved husband John. John and I were pupils at Ardilea House, part of the campus of Belfast High School, from 1958 until 1965. I remenber John with very great affection.He was a happy,likeable and fun loving lad who enjoyed life to the full.I have nothing but the very best and happy memories of him.With much love, Peter Graham.
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Linda Vander Dioelen posted a condolence
Jane I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband, partner, best friend and soulmate. I can't imagine the heartbreak you are going through but know that you are in all of our hearts and prayers. I hope one day the wonderful memories that you shared together will bring you some peace.
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Alan Chin posted a condolence
Please accept my sincere condolences. We were in the same year at Queens. I still have the amusing article he wrote in the Sept 2011 QUB 1971 40 year Reunion booklet. Like him I retired early at 60 as I wanted to spend more time with my family. God Bless.
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Dana and Phyllis Hanson posted a condolence
Dear Jane ; Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. John was a great physician but more importantly truly caring man with a great sense of humour. He will be missed by us all. Dana and Phyllis
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Carol Airst posted a condolence
Hi Jane, It was just a very short while ago that I met you and John in the Co-Op parking lot. John looked so good on that day. Now he is in peace. I an thinking of you and Luke at this difficult time. Take care and be well. I will always be here for you. Carol
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Susan Phillips posted a condolence
So sorry to hear of John's passing. I can't imagine how much you miss him. You two always were so content in each other's company. Hugs my friend.
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Dr. Michael White posted a condolence
Dear Jane, I don't know if you remember me. I was once a paediatrician in Fredericton and left in 1992. I didn't know John well but always liked him and was very sad to see his name on the RCPS memorial list today. I photographed him in his race car in Halifax when I first came here and still have the photographs. Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. Kind regards Michael White
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Mike Sheridan posted a condolence
John remains a much loved and much admired member of our family. We miss him deeply.
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Herb Walsh posted a condolence
My sincere condolences on John's passing. Have great memories of sailing days and discussing racing which was also a passion John and I shared.
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Michael and Lynda Birks posted a condolence
So sorry to learn of John's passing. Sincere condolences to you and the family. We always enjoyed our interactions with you both.
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Paula and Donald MacQuarrie posted a condolence
Jane dear: I was so saddened to find out this evening about John's death. I will remember his light hearted greeting in the Co-op just weeks ago, and the second big wave from him over towards flowers. I checked the beautiful letter you wrote. Such a wonderful love. Our thoughts are with you. I hope we run into each other again. Love Paula
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Carol Loughrey posted a condolence
Dear Jane, I was thinking of you and John the other day. I remember the wonderful time we had at your place with Probus. the two of you were great hosts. But I was also thinking about John telling me about your sleeping problems. He was so supportive and concerned and I thought how lucky you were to have such a lovely man as a husband. I am so very sorry for your loss. He was such a great guy.
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Robert,Joni&Ellan Rankin posted a condolence
Our warmest thoughts to Jane and Luke on losing John. He was our much loved brother, brother in law and uncle. We will miss your long distance calls and always entertaining e-mails. Precious memories of times spent together will always be with us. Much love, Robert, Joni & Ellan.
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Brenda Charters posted a condolence
So sorry to read this morning of John's passing. He was a wonderful man, teacher and doctor and will be missed. My sincerest condolences to you and the family. So thankful to have seen you both together this spring. Hugs Jane.
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John and Ann Collins posted a condolence
Jane, we are so sorry to read of John's death and know that you will miss him dearly. He was an excellent surgeon, very caring to his patients, supportive of his colleagues and, simply put, a great guy!
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Evelyn Clendenning posted a condolence
My sincere condolences to you Jane and your family. John was a great person, an excellent surgeon and he adored you!!!!
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Bob Skillen posted a condolence
Dear Jane, I was saddened to learn about John's death but, at the same time, comforted by the way he departed this world. As you say in his obituary, this is what he would have wished for himself. I feel fortunate to have got to know John during our sailing times at Grand Lake. I joined the Justified crew over a decade ago and for the latter years of John's being on board, we sat beside each other during the races, John manning the main sails and me grinding in the jib. As a novice sailer, John was very helpful to me in teaching me the intricacies of the sport. Aside from talking sailing, we had many chats about Northern Ireland, QUB, Florida, Pickleball and about your family. Clearly, John loved you and Luke. He was a kind and soft spoken man with a real sense of humour. I will miss him. With sympathy, Bob
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Eric Gozna posted a condolence
Dear Jane, so sorry about your loss. You and John were like a right and left hand, working in perfect synchrony. John always amaze me for his incredibly diverse interests which he embraced with passion. I also had great respect for him as a surgeon. When John cleared a trauma patient for orthopaedic surgery you felt comfortable that the patient had been thoroughly vetted. As a vascular surgeon his skills were unparalleled. My thoughts are and will continue to be with you. Eric Gozna
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Petr Landau posted a condolence
Jane, my most sincere condolences. He was such a terrific person great to work with and a wonderful person just to sit and talk with. So unfair. I hope we will get a chance to celebrate his life when life returns to some form of normalcy.
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John Crumley posted a condolence
Dear Jane, John was a man I respected and truly liked. He was an honest man who lived life to the fullest. He will be missed. Take care John
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Judy Reid posted a condolence
Jane I was so sorry to read about John%u2019s death. It%u2019s been a long time but what I remember is that he was a very accomplished physician and surgeon with a wonderful sense of humour. I always thought of your union as the %u2018clash of the titans%u2019..... must have been a very interesting 42 years!
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Helen Banks posted a condolence
I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a nice man.I always respected him at work.He was a funny guy.You r such a strong lady and he was so lucky to have u care for him at home. Iam so glad i got to see him last year at home show. Take care Helen
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Karen Peabody posted a condolence
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Rankin's passing. I loved working with him, never a dull moment.
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Roxanne Taylor posted a condolence
My deepest heartfelt sympathy for your loss of John. He was a wonderful kind man, great doctor & surgeon. I was blessed to meet him & work with him for many years @ DECH OR. %u2764%uFE0F%uD83D%uDD6F
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ELizabeth Kent posted a condolence
Oh Jane, your dear, wonderful,love of your life John has passed on. You shared such a bond and those of us who knew you saw it every time we met you. John was so proud of you and would often remark that you were way smarter than he and marveled at the breadth and depth of your knowledge and understanding. I always thought you and John would be wonderful parents and your love and unwavering care for Luke validates that belief. John was the finest surgeon with whom I have had the privilege to work. It was such a lift when he'd fly thru the doors in the evening and say " Ah... the A team". I knew he said that to lots of people but it made Wendy ( tall, red head, looked liked Goldie Hawn) and I smile and feel valued when we were a team on evenings in the OR. He was humble and would tell us that he needed that ego so he could dare to cut someone's aorta in half and believe he could put it back together and that the patient would live. John was one of a kind, as you well know, and the world is less without him. May God surround you and Luke with His comfort and peace and guide you through your grief. You both will be on my mind and should you ever feel like a chat, please reach out. Liz (Thompson) Kent
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Bill and Isabelle Hockin posted a condolence
We are thinking about you in these painful days. We remember you both at Probus and the time John took us for a wonderful sail on the Headpond. God bless you, Jane.
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Mike Wood posted a condolence
Dear Jane, I've just now finished reading the wonderful, heartrending obituary you wrote for John. I've had the honour of knowing you and John over the past number of years, and it has always been a special joy to encounter you on random occasions and take up where we had left off as if we had just left each other's presence. Recalling journey with my late wife similar to yours (a good woman and a wonderful friend), I am heartbroken to note the passing of "one of the good ones"; I am glad that you were able to note his full and happy life, of which you have been the very best part. You don't need advice from me, I'll just note that, as so many of us miss John, it will be a part of remembering an extraordinary person and many extraordinary memories. With Love, Mike
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Peter Kent posted a condolence
I first met John after he retired from his medical practice, when he enrolled in my Modern Italian History course at UNB in 2000. Things must have gone well because he was a regular in my History courses for the next 4 years, completing 5 more of my honours and graduate seminars. He was a delight to have in a class and worked well with his considerably younger fellow students. After he stopped taking History courses, I dealt with him again in the summer of 2011 when he helped to run an excellent Sailing Camp for New Brunswick Scouts. I have not really seen him since that time and I was shocked to read this morning that he had passed away. My sincere condolences to his wife and family.
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Bonnie Greydanus posted a condolence
Dear Jane, I am so sorry to read of John's passing. He was a delight to work with in GI Lab. Very easing going, mild mannered no matter what the procedure. I enjoyed listening as much he liked to tell stories of hunting, his dogs and the Christmas sock exchange. In time you will recall your wonderful memories together and they will bring a smile to you as well as comfort. Time is the only healer...your own time. Sending most sincere sympathy and love to you..John will be missed by many. Bonnie G.
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Sheila McAdam, Dr Bohnsacks office posted a condolence
Dear Jane, Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
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David A Charters posted a condolence
Jane, as I mentioned in my earlier message to you I feel so lucky to have had John as my racing mentor, a fellow sailor, a superb student, and as a friend.
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Terry (& Ann) Brennan posted a condolence
Very sad, Jane, to hear of John's passing. While our paths did not cross frequently following his retirement, it was always a great pleasure for me when they did. When I last saw John we chatted briefly about life's pleasures (John just happened to be at the new NBLC store on the hill, with Luke - and so it seems was I) and its vagaries (especially his worsening memory issues). I was again impressed with his ability to be accepting of life's ups and downs with grace and good humour. He still brings me a smile when I remember some years ago his telling of the day he booked off work for a bit of bird hunting - turned out to be a sorrowful day of weather but after slogging through the woods for several hours amid the cold, winds and heavy rain, he and his faithful dog arrived back in the driveway of your woodsy Charters Sett. home - nary a partridge seen nor a shot fired all day - and there on your doorstep lay a partridge, having met its demise by flying into your front door..... not sure if he stretched that one a bit or not, but either way, to me the humour was pure John. Our prayers, Jane, to you and your family.
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Audrey Blandford & Bruce Poole posted a condolence
Jane we are sorry to hear of John's passing. We enjoyed our time together at DECH and have fond memories of his racing days. Always enjoyed our random meetings.
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Jane Sheridan posted a condolence
John was such a champion of nurses,a patient teacher and a real joy to work with. I am so very sorry for your loss Jane. Brenda Fitzpatrick
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Peter Manson posted a condolence
Dear Jane, my sincerest condolences to yourself and Luke, John spoke of him often, on the passing of your husband John. We had in common sailing and skiing, also we cut into parts of the human body, his life saving mine less so , but both contributing to the quality of life of the residents of New Brunswick! I will remember him as a friend and good company. Peter Manson (former neighbour)
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David and Pat Strang posted a condolence
John will be missed. Especially his sense of humor and his love of life. Sorry for your loss.
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Ron and Nancy McLeod posted a condolence
Nancy and I are so saddened to hear of Johns passing. He was a surgeon who I had great respect and admiration for. Not only a good surgeon but also a very good diagnostician. I always enjoyed his broad expanse of knowledge., his love of life and his Irish sense of humour sometimes enhanced by Guinness. I remember him telling me how he had replaced all of the seals and bearings in the rear end of your Jeep and thinking so talented. I smile when I remember him coming into the vascular suite shortly after his marriage, very happy and pronouncing why didn't I marry Jane earlier. A life well lived. Ron and Nancy McLeod
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Cal&Daphne Bruce posted a condolence
An esteemed colleague and friend who will never be forgotten. Condolences to Jane, his special partner, friends and extended family.
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Martha Verity posted a condolence
Bill and I met John and Jane several years ago. We had so much fun with them and John was so much fun to be with. It broke our heart to got the message that John had passed. We send our very deepest sympathy to Jane and family. Love, Bill & Martha
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Debbie Estey posted a condolence
Dear Jane, I am so sorry to hear of Dr Rankin's passing! He was such a down to earth person, an excellent , excellent surgeon who I so enjoyed working with, and just a wonderful all around guy! He certainly will be missed! Sending the most sincere condolences and Lots of hugs , Jane!
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Sue Morrison posted a condolence
Dear Jane, I am so very sorry to hear of Johns recent passing. He was such a nice guy! I suspect you are grateful that he is at peace. Hold tight to all your 42 years of good memories.....I will keep you close in my thoughts and prayers...xo Sue Morrison
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Debby Fisher posted a condolence
I am so sorry to hear of Dr Rankin's passing ..I remember him well from the time I worked in the OR at the DECH from 1984-97.He was a great surgeon and respected by all who knew him .Sincere Condolences to Jane ,Luke ,family and friends from Rod and I. %uD83D%uDE4F%u2764%uFE0F
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Mary Jarratt-Hanlon posted a condolence
Jane, I am deeply saddened to read of John's passing. He was an exemplary physician and a gentleman. I enjoyed assisting him in the OR. The days of Rainbow Acres seem very long ago but it was nice having you as neighbours then. Take good care, Jane
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Denise M Weigum posted a condolence
Jane, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing or as I would have addressed him Dr. Rankin. My memmories are those of a man who was an excellent physician, kind to his patients and respectful to the staff. Later I came to know both he and you as our neighbors up the road wnen living on Rainbow Drive. I am so sorry for your loss and hope that the memmories of a life well lived bring you comfort in your grief. Denise Weigum
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Caroline Hambly posted a condolence
Jade and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of our Uncle John. We send you our deepest sympathies, kind thoughts and love.
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Euphemia Black posted a condolence
Jane , My heart hurts for you, I wish I could make you feel better, I remember you two from way back and how happy you have always been together. I miss working with you both. I loved John's little remarks occasionally on FB, most of them regarding my Sarcasm! they always made me smile. I know pretty much how you feel right now and I pray for you and Luke every day. He was such a brilliant Surgeon and was missed a lot when he retired. You take care and if ever I can do anything to help out, please let me know, sending Love and Hugs, Euphemia (Femur)
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