Helen Rankin: key obituary facts
Is Helen Rankin dead? Yes. Helen Rankin died on March 22, 2026, at age 89.
Cause of death: Helen Rankin's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Helen Rankin known for?
Helen Rankin was an American politician, member of the Ohio House of Representatives (1978–1994).
More about Helen Rankin
Born: September 12, 1936.
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Helen Rankin, an American politician who served in the Ohio House of Representatives from 1978 to 1994, died on March 22, 2026. She was 89.
Rankin was the first African-American woman to serve in the Ohio House of Representatives. In February 2013, she was recognized by the Cincinnati City Council as a prominent local African American.
L. Helen Rankin (September 12, 1936 – March 22, 2026) was an American politician who was a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. She was the first African-American woman to serve in the Ohio House of Representatives.