Joan E. Rankin's Obituary
Joan E. "Joanne" Rankin, 85, of Hudson, Florida passed away Saturday, May 3, 2014. She was born in Renovo, Pennsylvania to William Rankin and Margaret Gyrina. Joan was raised in Pennsylvania then moved to Michigan for 23 years with her husband. After 23 years they returned to Pennsylvania where they both owned and operated Jo Jo's Tavern and Stone Hedge Mobile Home Court. Joan worked as a bartender for 15 years, while husband John worked in the court all day and relieved her in the evening. Joan loved gardening, decorating and traveling with her husband. She was of the Catholic faith and will be dearly missed by her loving family and friends. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, John Holovka Rankin of Hudson, Florida, formerly of Windber, Pennsylvania; brother George B. Rankin, his wife Joan and many nieces and nephews. A special thank-you goes to Doctor Chiappori and staff. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to Moffitt Cancer Center Foundation 12902 Magnolia Dr. UTC-FOUND Tampa, Florida 33612 (813)-745-1403. Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Memorial Funeral Home 16931 US Hwy 19 Hudson, Florida 34667. 727-863-5471
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