W. Aaron Rankin, 84, of Southaven, MS passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Diversacare Nursing Center in Southaven. Mr. Rankin retired after 30 years from International Harvester and was a member of Gracewood Baptist Church in Southaven. He leaves his wife of 65 years: Virginia Rankin; two children: Sonya Rankin of Atlanta, GA and Michael Rankin of Englewood, FL; three grandchildren, Taylor, Kyle and Hunter. Visitation will be from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Friday, January 6 at Gracewood Baptist Church: 8551 Getwell Rd., Southaven, MS with service immediately following. Burial will be in Forest Hill South Cemetery.