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William Banks Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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September 14, 2009
Renita, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Twanda Braxton
Yolanda Holmes
September 11, 2009
Renita, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May God c
omfort and keep you in your time of need. My prayers are with you and your family.
My dearest loved one, here on earth,
I saw a tear fall down you face.
You didn't see me standing there,
Nor could you feel my soft embrace.
But I was standing next to you,
I know you looked around.
You seemed to wonder what it was
You thought you heard a sound.
Yes my love, it was I,
Who came to check on you.
I saw a tear fall from your eye,
I knew you were feeling blue.
Even though you cannot see me.
Please know I am near
I am now an angel from above
To brush away your tear.
I know each day you think of me
And many times shed a tear.
But please just close your eyes
And know that I am near.
As I have told you often,
Do not be afraid to cry.
It does relieve the pain
Knowing we had to say goodbye.
One thing is for certain,
Even though life on earth is o'er
I'm still closer to you now
Than ever I was before.
I know you still don't understand
Why I had to leave this earth
God doesn't have any secrets;
It's just all planned from our birth.
Someday when you have joined me
And meet God at His Throne,
It's then you will understand
The questions that have been unknown.
Author
Ruth Ann Mahaffey
September 11, 2009
Renita I am so very sorry to see that you are going through this very difficult time. Please know that I am praying for you and your family. Love Cathy Parker former coworker
September 11, 2009
Joyce and Helen,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Billy. Helen, we all had plenty of good times together growing up. I know he will be truly missed. Stay strong. May God continue to bless you.
With love and sympathy.
Phyllis Brooks Bower
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Loretta Jackson
September 11, 2009
Helen, Joyce and family
May your cherished memories help to bring you comfort. The sadness that you are feeling is felt by others, too.
Andrew, Candy, Ruth, Loretta, Pete, and Lawana and your Gresham Family
JoAnne Martin
September 10, 2009
September 11, 2009
To Helen, Joyce Ann and Family,
Memories will keep Billy close to
you in mind, spirit and always in your
heart forever. Thinking of you with
love and sympathy.
Maxeine Harris-Hatcher
September 10, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Karen Goode
September 10, 2009
To the Banks Family,
I am deeply sadden to hear of Mr. Banks passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I pray God comforts you and gives you the strength needed during this difficult time. My family and I will continue to lift you all in prayer
Karen Goode, Kathy Johnson and the Ballard Family
Charlene Barnes
September 10, 2009
To Renita and Family
My heartfelt condolences go out to the family of Mr. Williams Banks Sr. Words alone cannot express my sympathy on the passing of your beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend. To say that his time with us was far too short is an understatement. The reality is that he will be sorely missed by all who loved and knew him.
There is no doubt the outpouring of sympathy you have received has been of some consolation. Hopefully it will serve as a reminder to you that prayers and thoughts are with the family.
I hope that you and your family will find peace and comfort in knowing that his suffering is over and that his reward awaits him. I will continue to lift your family up in prayer.
Finally, Renita please know that I am here for you. If you want to cry, laugh or just talk because you listened to me cry and go on and on about my brother. Furthermore, that’s something I will never forget.
May God bless you and your wonderful family
Contina Spencer
September 10, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Contina Spencer(Redmond)
September 10, 2009
Renita ,
My prayers are with you and your family!
September 10, 2009
Renita Whitehead,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Continue to trust God, hold on to your memories, love and care for each other during this difficult time because we know he was more than just your father, he was your friend too.
With sincere sympathy,
John B. Cary Elememtary School Family
Burt Emma
September 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Herb Boyd
September 10, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
CARRIE CHERRY
September 10, 2009
RENITA,
MY BLESSING GO OUT TO YOU AND THE FAMILY
CARRIE CHERRY-CO-WORKER
Ruth Jones
September 10, 2009
To the Banks Family,
It is with regret and sorrow that I learned of the passing of Banks. I extend my deepest sympathy to you Joyce and your family. Banks was a dear friend who had a special way about him. He was highly respected by those who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tomika Cosby
September 10, 2009
Renita,
May God Bless you and your family. He will see you through this difficult time of loss. Remember God is an Awesome God.
Marcia Edmonds, Cornelius Cooper, Jr. & Family
September 10, 2009
To The Banks Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Continue to trust God, hold on to your memories and love and care for each other during this difficult time.
With Sincere Sympathy,
September 10, 2009
To the Banks Family,
The girls and I are truly sadden by the death of Mr. Banks. It was truly a pleasure to have known him for these many years. May GOD continue to keep each and everyone of you in his loving arms during this difficult time. Love, Erika,Pareis,India and Asia Holmes.
Shelly Munn
September 10, 2009
Banks Family,
Please except my deepest sympathy. I know the road seems rough, or even impossible right now. Find stregnth in knowing that GOD is a COMFORTER, lean on him he will carry you through. When the calls have stopped and the visits are few look to GOD'S word and he will give you exactly what you stand in need of.
From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home
September 10, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
September 9, 2009
To the Banks Family ,
Wiiliam an I worked together at RRHA we always called him BabyBoy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may YAHWEH give you comfort. He always had a smile.
Debbie Hamlin
Diane Mallard
September 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
ANJANETTE KABANI
September 9, 2009
HI RENITA, I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD. I KNOW THAT WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS HOW YOU FEEL RIGHT NOW, BUT REMEMBER GOD KNOWS YOUR PAIN AND THERE IS NOTHING TOO HARD FOR GOD AND EARTH KNOWS NO SORROW THAT GOD CANNOT HEAL. I LOVE YOU!
Jannifer Bell & Family
September 9, 2009
To The Banks Family,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. May God Bless and keep you.
Jackie Hockaday-Storrs
September 8, 2009
To the Banks' family,
Please know that earth has no sorrows that heaven can not heal. My prayers are with you during your time of breavement. William and I were classmates and he was well liked. God bless and keep you.
Cherylene Edwards-Smith
September 8, 2009
To Renita & Family
Sorry to hear the loss of your father...Renita & I work together at HCA...May GOD strengthen you during your time of bereavement...
gloria stokes rogers
September 7, 2009
To the Banks family.
I worked with Banks for several years at Blackwell. I feel I know you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of loss. May the lord lead you and gives you wisdom and srtength during this difficult time.
September 7, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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