Helen Gayle Lank Obituary
We bid farewell to Helen Gayle Lank of Joplin, Missouri, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 25, 2025 at the age of 86. Helen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Roberts and Mary Roberts; her husband Donald Joseph Lank (Donnie); her son Alan Lank; and her granddaughter Presley Ruch.
She is survived by: her daughters, Cammy Ruch of Joplin, MO and Deana Reiner of Coffeyville, KS; her grandchildren, Camden Danner (Blaine), Sheriden Ruch (Connor), Matt Reiner, Jacob Reiner and Emily; and her great grandchildren, Berry West, Everleigh Danner, Elsie Danner and Stellen Shuey.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
