Roberta Jane Rankin, age 58 of Akron went home to be with the Lord Monday January 5, 2009. Born in Wadsworth on May 27, 1950 to the late Harold and Nellie (Logg) Rankin. She was cherished by her family. Survived by brother Tom (Linda) Rankin of Hartville; sisters Norma Jean Wilson of Mogadore, Sue Ann Duffield of Akron, Blanche Phillippi of NC; and other relatives. Preceded in death by brother Harold. Friends may call Wednesday (TODAY) 6-8 PM in the Arnold Funeral Home Hartville and an hour prior to services Thursday (10-11 AM). Funeral services will be Thursday 11 AM in the funeral home with Pastor Bill Mitchell officiating. Final resting place is North Canton Cemetery. (Arnold 330-877-9364) www.arnoldfuneralhome.com