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Minnie Banks Obituary

Minnie Bell Banks NORFOLK - Minnie Bell Banks, 79, of the 5900 block of Poplar Hall Drive, passed away April 5, 2010. She was born March 6, 1931 to the late Mary and Arthur Everette in Wilson, N.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Leonard David Banks and a daughter, Thelma J. Williams. She is survived by six daughters; six sons; one brother; 42 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at noon today in Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 525 Dinwiddie St. Interment will be in Rosewood Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Chapel, is in charge. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Apr. 8 to Apr. 9, 2010.

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May 3, 2010

My condolences go out to the Banks Family.They all made me feel like family growing up,she was my Grandma across the street.My grandmother Mrs. Hazel and Mrs Minnie were like peanut butter & jelly.And I went over for the love and PBJ Sandwiches.Mrs Minnie and the Banks family are always going to remain In my heart. I Love yall,take care James Womack(Rhodes)R.I.P Mrs. Minnie

Timothy (Tim) Lovell

April 9, 2010

I am deeply saddem to hear about the passing of Mrs. Banks. Beside being a really good neighbor, she was a true SOUTHERN LADY. I know I will her again Heaven. You all in my thoughts & prayers.

Willie Hoskins, Jr.

April 8, 2010

Sorry to hear of your loss
Willie, Dennis & Linden Hoskins

April 8, 2010

We are praying for you all. Sorry to hear of your loss. The King Family

April 8, 2010

Love you grandmom.Antione,Waltika,Lil Twon,Oneika,Iverson,and Tytiana...........The Barnes Family!

April 8, 2010

Love you grandmom.Antione,Waltika,Lil Twon,Oneika,Iverson,and Tytiana...........The Barnes Family!

April 8, 2010

To the Banks family.We loved Miss Minnie as if she were our own mother,such a beautiful lady.She will truly be missed.The Boddie,Bailey,and Gilchrist family

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