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Sharon Banks Obituary
Sharon was born on July 27, 1939, in Lovell, Wyo., to Woodrow William Anderson Sr. and Wilma Sonora Allred. On Nov. 1, 1957, she married Donald William Banks, her sweetheart and eternal love, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. Sharon was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served willingly in many positions. She faithfully served as a Temple Worker in the Billings Montana Temple from the time it opened until her death. Things Sharon loved and loved to do included being with her family, genealogy work, working in the Temple, walking bare foot in the grass, a fruitful garden, sewing and crocheting making gifts for her family, watching old movies, a clean home, family reunions, having her grandkids around her and lots of hugs.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Ranee; and an infant daughter, Nancy. Survivors include her husband, Don; sons, Todd (Yvonne) and their children Brittany and Hanna, David (Donna) and their children Kevin, Katie and Kristin of Cody and Jim of West Jordan, Utah; her siblings, Arlene (Les) Brimhall of Cody, Bill (MaryAnne) Anderson of Cowley, Sydney (Steve) Brayton of Salem, Ore., Mark (Kerry) Anderson of Greybull, Robyn (Doug) Savage of Lovell, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 2, in Cody, at the LDS Stake Center, 1407 Heart Mountain St. Ballard Funeral Home of Cody is in charge of arrangements.
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Leonard Cranford
March 2, 2006
An extrodianry women whom I enjoyed immensely. I will miss her greatly.
Edward & Peggy Partridge
February 27, 2006
It was truly a blessing to have known Sharon at the Temple. She worked on the shift before me and we often talked. She was always so happy and her wonderful big eyes were so captivating and full of love for all those around her. She always had a pleasant attitude and smile. As she left the Temple on Friday, she said to me that she was ready to get rid of the cane and that she was doing very well. I will always remember her and look forward to the day when we meet again. What a lovely sister.
Charlie & Kathy Twombley
February 27, 2006
We all sadden at Sharons passing. We enjoyed seeing her and Don on their first trip to Vermont. She, Don. Jim and Vy returned a couple of years ago. She was a wonderful person and we all will miss her.
Debbie Severeide
February 27, 2006
My life has been richly blessed to have known Sharon, as my sister in the Gospel, and a good friend. What would we do without the plan of salvation and knowing for a fact, she is there waiting for all her family. We all will get to see her again someday !! She will be your guardian angel until you join her. We truly are not "in charge" here on this earth. Our Love and Prayers to all of you.. John and Debbie Severeide
Bob & Sandy Twombly
February 27, 2006
We consider it a privilege to have had the opportunity to meet Sharon last summer while she was in Vermont with some of her family. It was obvious that she was thoroughly enjoying seeing the country and meeting previously unknown relatives. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this very difficult time.
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