Stories from Monday, May 13, 2019

Carolyn Corlew, daughter of the late James William “Jay” Rankins and Juanita O’Neal Rankins was born on June 26, 1952 in Sikeston, Mo. and departed this life on May 11, 2019 at the Southeast Health of Stoddard County at the age of 66. Mrs. Corlew was a member of the First Baptist Church in Dexter, where she sang in the choir.  Carolyn served as creative partner and CFO of the Joe Craig Luxury Group.  After four decades in the profession, her passion surrounded the company's education and charity efforts.  Carolyn was proudest of her role as a founding partner of The Soulmarks Foundation.. ...