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Linda Rankin Obituary

Linda Rankin, age 38, of Colorado Springs died unexpectedly on December 22, 2011. Linda was born January 28, 1973 in New Castle, Indiana. She is survived by her son, Brandon Long and his father Brennan Long; her loving partner Darla Slicton; her mother Karen (John Brzuzy) Rankin; sisters, Roberta (Steve) Berhalter; Rebecca (Tommy Mayberry) Rankin; Kimberly (Timothy) Golbuff; and Mechelle Vance; her father, Douglas Rankin; nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Howard and Betty Eastman and Webb and Mary Rankin. Linda was a counselor at the Colorado Springs Pride Center. She was a devoted mother, loving partner, sister, daughter and a faithful friend. She will forever be remembered by all who knew her as a kind, compassionate soul who put the needs of others before her own. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at All Souls Church, 730 N. Tejon Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903 to honor and celebrate Linda's life. Contributions may be made to Brandon Long c/o Wells Fargo Bank, P.O.Box 3488, Portland, OR 97208 or to the Pike's Peak Humane Society of Colorado Springs.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 1, 2012.

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Amy Whealy Ballard

January 18, 2012

I am so sorry to Linda's family, I just heard of her passing. I went to IU East with her and worked at RSH and YOC with her. Linda was a wonderful and funny friend. I have many fond memories of her from college like going to Florida to see her twin nieces. Linda loved Social Work and encouraged me to also do it and it has been my career since 97. Brennan- I am so sorry to hear this sad news my thoughts and prayers are with you and your son. Amy Whealy Ballard

Pam Dell, IIE

January 18, 2012

Imagination in Education, Pam, Anthony, and Brit send our condolencenses and wish Brandon and their families peace. She was a great lady and we will miss her and him at the day care.

Craig Hathaway

January 11, 2012

Linda was key in getting our daughter the help she needed and was incredibly supportive of us as parents. I am completely stunned at her absence. Whenever she wasn't counseling, she was bragging about Brandon. I hope that he knows how much his mother fought for him and loved him. RIP

Rebecca Rankin

January 9, 2012

I miss you my beautiful sister may you be at peace now. all my love your big sis. Becky I will miss you forever

Sarah Mosesian

January 8, 2012

miss her!!

Charlotte Dubois (Toney)

January 5, 2012

My thoughts and sincerest condolences go out to Linda's family. S oo sorry to hear of Linda's passing. I remember Linda from high school in Richmond. May God grant His peace and comfort during this time and may her son know how very much she loved him.

Rebecca

January 4, 2012

My heart goes out to Linda's son, partner, family and friends. Her untimely passing is no doubt painful for those who loved her. I didn't know her well but she impressed me as such a kind, caring, honest person. Rest in Peace, Linda. You will be sorely missed.

Joanne Vermeulen

January 4, 2012

I offer my sincere condolences to Linda's friends and family. I had the pleasure to work with Linda on many LGBT women's health and clutural responsiveness projects and on the Komen breast health/cancer grant review committee. She always handled herself in a most competent, professional and gracious manner and I considered her a friend.
She will be missed by many in the public health community and my heart goes out to those of you who were closest to her.
Sincerely,

Heather Wildenstein

January 2, 2012

Aunt linny you were a great person and a great auntie we love and miss u so much love you!!!

DaMarkus

January 2, 2012

My prayers and condolences go out to Linda and her family during this time. Linda you are a very compassionate, thoughtful, and gracious person. Although I have known you a few months, I am thankful to have met you. May you rest in peace and pray God blesses you.

Bobbi Berhalter

January 2, 2012

Dear Sis,
I knew you were a blessing . There are so many people that loved you and miss you! I know you can see from above and are blessed. It is amazing that there are so many that you touched their lives including my own. I miss you so much sis. your loving sis, Bobbi

Cheryl and Natalie

January 2, 2012

We just met Linda the day before she passed. She was going to counsel us as a couple. We both were very grateful for her even though we had just met her. We both pray that God will guide her and protect her on her new journey.

margarita morales

January 2, 2012

My condolences to the familiy so sorry for your loss she was an angle sent from heaven that was put on this earth to be loved but now she is gone back home leaving us agreat memory or her.

Tia Roebuck

January 2, 2012

Linda you are the most amazing, beautiful spirit I have ever met in my life. I am so honored to have known you and so blessed to call you my friend. I miss you so so so much my flower. sleep tight my sweetheart, save a special place for me. I LOVE YOU

Allison Ponting

January 1, 2012

Many prayers and condolences to Brandon, his dad and to Linda's entire family--we are so sad to hear of her passing and have very heavy hearts for you all.

Diane Vigeant

January 1, 2012

Our sympathy to Linda's family, friends and coworkers. Linda was a kind and compassionate person whose good work will continue to ripple outward. Diane & Bill

Amanda Helton

January 1, 2012

With love from the Helton family.

Melanie Brewer

January 1, 2012

Brandon, we wish we could do something to make it better. We are praying for you and your family. Grace Brewer and her family.

Colby Harms

January 1, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of your loss Brandon. Your mom was a great lady, we will miss her smile.

Tracey Corsi

January 1, 2012

We are so sorry and are thinking of you and your family. Our prayers are with you Brandon. - Dewayne, Tracey, Taylor and Jake Corsi

Shannon Peterson

January 1, 2012

Brandon, our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with you. We are so sorry! Mr. & Mrs Peterson and Katie Peterson

John Hoskins

January 1, 2012

You was one of the greatest , caring and kindest person someone could know and touched many lives.you will be sadly missed.
RIP

MeChelle Vance

January 1, 2012

You were only here a short time, but touched many lives. You left behind an amazing child, and through him your spirit will live on
RIP
I Love you

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