Donald William Banks

In Memorial

Donald William  Banks “Donnie”, 59, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 29, 2010.

 

Don was born in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.  He was a graduate of Poplar Bluff High School.  After high school, Don joined the US Army during the Vietnam era.  Following a family tradition, he became a union pipefitter.  He was a member of Local Union 441, Wichita, Kansas.

 

Don was a man of great character, morals and compassion. He had a heart of gold for his children and grandchildren. He loved spending time at the river, his home away from home.  Don especially enjoyed barbecuing for his family and friends.

 

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin Arthur and Ruby Lee (Moss) Banks and sisters, Nola and Zoe.

 

Don leaves his wife, Marilyn; children, Renee Annette Jackson, Westerville, Ohio, Rachel Lyn Jackson, Shawnee, Kansas and Kyle W. Banks, Kansas City, Missouri;  sister and  two brothers, Connie Lee Allen and Ronald Edward Banks, both of California and Marvin Leonard Banks, Missouri; seven grandchildren;  and many other family and friends, including Janet and Jerry Kline, Earl Vicknair and Steve and Beverly Cappozzo.    

 

Visitation and Funeral Service   

 

Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at the Amos Family Chapel with a funeral service beginning at 7:00 p.m.  A graveside service will be 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 3, 2010, at the Resurrection Cemetery, Lenexa, Kansas.

 

A memorial service and visitation will be held 9-11:00 a.m. with a service at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at the McSpadden Funeral Home, Van Buren, Missouri.  Lunch will follow at the Float Stream Restaurant.

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Posted by Obituaries on January 29, 2010     17 Comments

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  1. Beverly and Steve Capozzo on January 31st, 2010 10:36 am

    Marilyn,
    The words of comfort that come to mind seem to be insufficient to express the saddness and loss of our dear friend.

  2. Joyce & Bob on January 31st, 2010 8:14 pm

    Marilyn, Connie, Ronnie, ML, Kyle, Renee, Rachel, Bryan, and Grandkids,

    To understand this is of a higher power, to accept this is harder than we know. Ours thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are here by your sides, just like Donnie would be for us. We feel so fortunate that Donnie shared his time with us.

    God Bless you and keep you….

    Love you all,
    Joyce and Bob

  3. Joyce & Bob on January 31st, 2010 9:38 pm

    Marilyn, Connie (Bryan), Ronnie, ML, Renee, Rachel, and Grandkids,

    To understand this is of a higher power. Ours thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are here by your sides, just like Donnie would be by ours. We feel so fortunate that Donnie shared his time with us.

    God Bless you and keep you….

    Love you all,
    Joyce and Bob

  4. Gaylene Durham on February 1st, 2010 10:31 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  5. Doc Smotherman on February 1st, 2010 10:32 am

    We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Don. Our thoughts, memories and prayers are with you, Marilyn,Renee, Rachel and Kyle, May God bless you all.

    Doc & Neal Smotherman

  6. Marilyn Martin on February 1st, 2010 7:26 pm

    It was wonderful to see Donnie at our 40th class reunion. I had not seen him since we graduated in ’68. I am so sorry for your loss, but “we do not grieve as those who have no hope”. May God’s merciful peace decend upon your family during this time of loss.

  7. Amber Rives on February 1st, 2010 8:47 pm

    My name is amber i am donnies sister nolas daughter and i just wanted to say how sorry i am for your loss.I know how you must feel. I know that i didnt know donnie very well but regardless he was my uncle and my blood. And when my mom passed away he traveled to be there and if it wasnt for him she wouldnt be buried where she is today. And for that i am forever grateful.Again i just wanted to let you know how sorry i am for your loss.

  8. Clint Hazen on February 1st, 2010 10:07 pm

    Marilyn and family, I am so sorry for your loss, I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Don up at Iatan. I enjoyed talking with and working with him. Even after we weren’t working together anymore I looked forward to seeing him and talking to him. He was a great man. His memory will forever be in my heart. My sincere condolences go out to all of his family and friends. God Bless you all.

  9. mike wegley on February 2nd, 2010 12:08 am

    Marilyn and family, I am a lucky man to have had the opportunity to know Don and to be able to call him my friend. Don was one of the most stand-up men I have ever known. I will miss him greatly. Michelle ,Neil and I remember going to the river with you and Don to look at the cabin for sale. We saw how beautiful it was there and how both of you loved your slice of heaven on the river. Our prayers are with you and your family.

  10. robert m coe jr on February 2nd, 2010 9:11 am

    Don and I have worked on many construction projects together.He was a very competent journeyman and a stand up union pipefitter.He will be missed by all. My prayers to Marilyn and family..

  11. Jane Walker on February 2nd, 2010 11:47 am

    Please accept my condolences on the loss of Donnie. We just got to see him at our 40th reunion in 2008. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

    Jane Walker
    PBHS Class of 1968

  12. Marsha LeGrand on February 2nd, 2010 1:10 pm

    Marilyn & Family, I am so sorry to hear of Donnie’s death. He was a good friend to many growing up in Poplar Bluff. He and I go back to grade school! I was so glad you all made it to our last reunion. It was so good to see him and meet you. Please know he will be remembered fondly. God bless you and keep you in the coming days ahead. My prayers will be with you.

    Sincerely, Marsha McGowan LeGrand

  13. Judy Simpson on February 5th, 2010 9:09 am

    I’m so sad to hear that my good friend has passed to the other side. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you two. My heart and prayers are with you Marilyn and your family. I know he will be missed. I have loved and missed you both.
    Sincerely,
    Judy

  14. Barbara Foster (Rev. Hanks widow) on February 7th, 2010 3:24 pm

    Marilyn:

    My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
    Sorry I didn’t make it to the memorial service but I wasn’t aware of his
    death until Thursday night.
    Barb

  15. Mary & George Thompson on February 8th, 2010 5:55 pm

    Marilyn & Family
    We just received the Current Local and read about Don. We were so shocked. We are really sorry. We enjoyed visiting with you two at the Float Stream. He will truly be missed.

  16. Emilio & Cristina Cordero on February 21st, 2010 7:29 am

    We both are very sorry for your great loss!! We were very shock at the time we received the phone call from Beverly. Take care and call us any time you want and we would to hear from you soon. Until we hear from so long and god bless you and your family. Emilio & Cristina

  17. jerry kline on March 3rd, 2010 2:12 pm

    DON IS THE ONLY MAN I EVER LOVED . Half of my world has left .Janet and I will never get over DON

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