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Ebony Banks Obituary
1999-2017
Ebony Jazzia Banks, 18, passed away March 26, 2017. Visitation will be held Saturday, April 1, 2017 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Funeral service will immediately follow starting at 12:00pm. Both services will be held at Wilcrest Baptist Church, 10800 Sharpview Drive, Houston, Texas 77072. Interment, Houston Memorial Gardens. Pastor John Richardson, Jr., officiating. You may sign the guest book & order flowers at www.calbarnesfuneralhome.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Ebony Banks
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Ron and Chris Washington
March 26, 2021
We thought we knew a lot about Ebony through stories from her dad, but it was during our only opportunity to meet Ebony, at her graduation in the hospital, that we actually learned just how her infectious personality had touched SO many people (including us). We continue to pray for the Banks family, that God and time will help ease the pain of your loss. And please know that we too will never forget your beautiful Ebony.
Debbie Tucker
March 23, 2019
Ebony remains in the hearts of those who were blessed to know her as well as those like me who knew her through her brothers, my nephews. May her inner and outside beauty continue to inspire us all.
With Love,
Debbie Tucker
Rebekah Brown-Sherman
April 20, 2018
Missing my cousin like crazy. You were a blessing my little angel. Thank you for being in my life that amount of time God allowed you to be. I love and miss you. The Sherman Family
JACKI DANIELS
March 27, 2018
Condolences to her family and friends. May God comfort you all during this time. Cherish the wonderful memories that you shared with her. Peace and light! RIH beautiful one!
Lisa Fernandez
July 21, 2017
Wish I could've met Ebony. I love Beyonce too.
Love Lisa
AL
April 10, 2017
May the bereaved family be comforted by reflecting on God's promise to be with your great loss. Isiah 41:10.
Michelle B
April 5, 2017
Rest in peace beautiful angel.. condolences to the family....
From michelle in the U.K.
God strength be with you all
April 2, 2017
So young and beautiful. God picked the best of flowers when he chose you. May the family have strength and trust and believe in god for the call of your lovely daughter.
God Bless
Mary Moore
Debbie Lockett-Tucker
April 1, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy to you, Greg Sr. and the entire family. I never had the pleasure to get to know Ebony, however, I feel I knew her through her brothers Greg Jr. and Chris. She was a special young lady and I know she made her parents and family proud. May God continue to bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Joann & Patricia Hernandez
April 1, 2017
Our deepest condolences to you Greg & your family on the loss of Ebony. May God give you the strength you need to get by each day. Our love & prayers,always Joann & Patricia Hernandez
mercedes oneal
April 1, 2017
I would like to offer my sincere sympathy to your family at this time Know that God makes no mistakes and His grace is sufficient in every way I pray for strength during this time for all of you I love you all and know that I am just a call away
Desiree
April 1, 2017
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.
March 31, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Queen of the South Order of Eastern Star
March 31, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the Banks Family.
Blessed are they that mourn:for they shall be comforted.
Ebony will forever be with you in memories, heart and soul. Fraternally,
Charlene Polk
March 31, 2017
Our deepest sympathy
Danny and Charlene Polk
Robert and Loretta Henry
March 31, 2017
I only knew you and your dad for a short time while we were in Houston but I was very impressed with the love and bravery you both demonstrated. We felt privileged to have known you if only for a little while. Many prayers going your way.
Betty Skweres
March 31, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family both immediate and extended, especially her Aunt Stephania Pierce. In time, God will make the pain of loss more bearable and you will have sweet memories.
Lillie Walker-Cook
March 31, 2017
You are Spring, you are Light, you are a breath of fresh air. You are all that God has created you to be and He said " that's good". You will never be forgotten for you live in our spirit.
Mrs. Cook
Michele Vecera
March 31, 2017
Praying for you and your broken heart. May you seek comfort in the Lord and he will guide you in your healing. We are all thinking of you at this most difficult time.
Katherine Nguyen
March 31, 2017
It is very difficult to know what to do in times like these. Please accept my sincerest condolences for the death of your dear daughter. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Charles Cook
March 31, 2017
Your family is in our prayers and thoughts.
With Love The Cook Family.
Wavily Britten
March 31, 2017
May the God of peace and comfort be with you and your family in your time of sorrow.
I will keep you and your family in prayer.
Karen Carrier
March 31, 2017
My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to the family and friends of this beautiful young lady.
I am keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
I didn't know Ebony personally, but she truly serves as an inspiration to us all. Rest in Peace Ebony.
Monica Broussard
March 31, 2017
To the Banks and extended families. You are in my prayers. I didn't know Ebony personally, but her spirit and strength were beautiful, as was she!
Sherell Jackson
March 31, 2017
Praying for strength and peace
March 31, 2017
I'm a truly sorry for loss. Times like these can be very difficult. I pray that you find comfort, strength and peace through our Creator at this time. (Psalms 29:11)
Armedia Reese-White
March 30, 2017
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.
Hurst Family
March 30, 2017
To the family:
I am deeply sorry to hear about the lost of your love one. We are praying that God will heal your hurt. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. Keep the faith and stay strong. May God bless you in these times.
Malcolm Mathews
March 30, 2017
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.
Yolanda Castillo - HPD
March 30, 2017
I'm sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Derrick Branch
March 30, 2017
We will lift you and family in Prayer from myself and Angela
Ron Washington
March 30, 2017
I learned a lot about Ebony's personality, spirit, and determination to succeed from listening to her dad lovingly talk about her and their relationship. I learned even more about the impact she had on everyone around her when I had the brief opportunity to meet her.
I simply can't find the words to express my sincere condolences to Ebony's family and her many friends, but my prayer is that God will comfort you all during this difficult time, and that over time, He and the many fond memories of Ebony will help lessen your pain as you let Ebony's spirit live on through each of you.
Walter Wilson III
March 30, 2017
Praying for you and your family
Chad Long (Officer-HPD)
March 30, 2017
Mr. Banks and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I prayed for you all this morning, asking that God would comfort you and give you understanding and peace.
Terry Glasper-Lowe
March 30, 2017
Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing Love for you, the Banks family, will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,' says the LORD, who has compassion on you, the Banks family.
Isaiah 54:10
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted
Matthew 5:4
Greg, I met Ebony Banks through Good Morning America (GMA) and the local news media. My heart and spirit was touched by Ebony's strength and the support of her friends. I pray that our Almighty and Powerful GOD continue to comfort you and your family.
March 30, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord our God give u and your family everthing u need.
March 30, 2017
My heart and prayers are with the family.
May God keep and comfort you through this difficult time. God is still on the throne.
Matthew Turner HPD, Budget & Finance
Alma Mendoza
March 30, 2017
My deepest condolences to you and your family...God bless you and your family.
Lieutenant G. Huntsman
March 30, 2017
Greg...your HPD family is praying for you and asking the Lord to sustain you and the family as you walk through this period in your life.
Pat Mathis
March 30, 2017
Dear Greg and Family,
Please accept my and my family's deepest condolences. We will keep you all in our prayers. May God Bless.
Robert Calixto
March 30, 2017
Greg I am extremely sorry for your loss. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but Love leaves a memory no one can steal...
Kash Kaushal
March 30, 2017
Greg,
There is no pain like the pain you must be going thru, and there are no words that anyone can say that can give any relief, but in times like these, a strong family can help share the grief, "We" are a family, we are with you in thoughts and prayers, draw from our strength and together we will get thru these Hard times. Take care of your self, so that you can take care of your loved one's.
Kash
Derek Hooper
March 30, 2017
I'm very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. God bless you and peace be with you.
Anita and Mark Rager
March 30, 2017
My deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful daughter. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Freeman
March 30, 2017
We are praying for you in your time of loss. You have our deepest sympathy. God needed 12 roses for his private garden but only had 11. So he look down from heaven and picked one rose to make a dozen.
Dahlia Fick
March 30, 2017
Greg and family...I am so sorry for your loss. may God give you the strength you need during this very difficult time. God bless you and your family.
Theresa Taylor
March 29, 2017
My condolences...
Sahara Lee
March 29, 2017
Greg, I am praying for the comfort of you and your family during this time of grief. I know that sometimes it's hard to understand the why. After looking at the videos, the comments, and the reports, I know that Ebony influenced many lives during her time on earth and that is something to be proud of. Count it all joy, knowing that the trying of your faith works patience.
Rhonda Carter
March 29, 2017
Ebony was such a sweet student. She was a light in my classroom. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Janice Lucas
March 29, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Richard McLarty
March 29, 2017
My heart is aching for Greg and his family in this loss. I did not know her personally, but knowing her Dad for so long, I know she was a shining light to all she met.
I am praying fervently for the family during this time of loss. May God grant peace and understanding.
Kathryn Wallace
March 29, 2017
My family and I send our deepest sympathy for the loss of such a beautiful spirit. Find comfort in knowing that she is in no more pain. Treasure all the precious memories you have.
Melvin Parker
March 29, 2017
It is with a heavy heart that my family and I send our condolences and prayers to your family. May the Lord God bring you comfort and peace in your time of need.
Buddy Bennett
March 29, 2017
Deepest sympathy
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