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March 20, 1961 – May 28, 2025

The family of Laura Rankin are sad to announce her peaceful passing at home after a long illness at the age of 64.

Loving wife of Robert Rankin for 28 years. Proud mother of Kelly and the late Joseph. Adoring grandmother of Elizabeth, Anya, Emily, Grayson and Elyas.  Daughter to James See (Terry) and Lila See (nee Duggan). Laura will be missed by her siblings David, late Mitchell, Bill (Sue), Marcy, Chris (LeeAnn), and Jennifer (Shaun). Sister-in-law of Heather Armstrong and Keith Rankin. She was loved by many and will be missed and remembered by innumerable family members and friends.

The family would like to thank Dr. Barbeau, Dr. Apostle, the Palliative Care Team, SAH staff, Para Med and CarePartners for their immense support. Special thank you to Sierra for going above and beyond.

As per Laura’s wishes, there will be no services. Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held on June 14, 2025, starting at 1:00 pm at 667 Second Line West, SSM.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the SSM Humane Society in Laura’s memory. (payable online https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/12360 or by cheque).

Visit www.osullivanfuneralhome.com to leave condolences for the family. Arrangements entrusted to O’Sullivan Funeral Home (215 St. James St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 1P7, 705-759-8456).