Brenda Banks

Brenda Banks

Brenda Banks Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 25, 2021.
Brenda Banks was one of the first Black women to work as an animator, with credits including “Wizards,” “The Simpsons,” and “King of the Hill.”

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February 8, 2022

Trent Billups posted to the memorial.

April 26, 2021

Mitchell Walker posted to the memorial.

April 25, 2021

Scott Thaler posted to the memorial.

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Trent Billups

February 8, 2022

i was just watching the Oscars memorial tribute from last year and she stuck out to me being a black animator. I wish I had known about her earlier or had a chance to meet her. RIP to a great animator.

Mitchell Walker

April 26, 2021

I first knew of her when I was in High School when we were shown her student animation reel at a Saturday scholarship art class. I don't remember if she had visited the class or not, but I wouldn't see her and got to know her until I started working at hanna-barbera in 1978. She was quiet, sweet and very talented. She'll be missed.

Scott Thaler

April 25, 2021

I was the UPM at Bakshi Studios for Fire & Ice and American Pop. I will miss Brenda who was very special to me!

March 11, 2021

Our deepest condolences to the Banks family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time.

March 3, 2021

Thoughts and prayers to the family of Brenda Banks. She has left an indelible mark on the world through her amazing animation. Always to be remembered. I’m sorry for your loss.

February 28, 2021

My deepest condolences to the Banks family. May you find comfort
in your treasured memories of Brenda and May God continue to comfort you in the days, months and years ahead. Psalms 119:76

February 28, 2021

My condolences to the family. We thank her for her work on the various TV shows. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family, during these difficult timrs.

February 28, 2021

My condolences.

February 28, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 27, 2021

So very talented, her work was enjoyed by so many. My sincere sympathies to the Banks family and friends, sorry for your loss. May God help you through this most difficult time.

February 26, 2021

Rest in Peace

L. M.

February 26, 2021

Extending heartfelt condolences and prayers of comfort to the family of Brenda Banks. May her work continue on as an inspiration to those who follow in her footsteps and may God soften the family's grief during this very difficult time.

February 26, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Mary

February 26, 2021

I send sincere condolences to the family of Brenda Banks. At this sad time, may God comfort and strengthen you as you mourn your loss.

February 26, 2021

May God be you and your family in this time of sorrow. May he comfort you and give you peace.

Mae

February 26, 2021

To the family I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences. Continue to rely upon our Creator of all things to comfort you as you grieve.

February 25, 2021

My sincere condolences to the Banks family, so very sorry for your loss, may God be with all of you at this very difficult time time of your sorrow.

Mary White

February 25, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

JE Sowell

February 25, 2021

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Brendas gift as an animator will be remembered. Please accept my sincere condolences.

February 25, 2021

To the family and friend of Brenda. I wish to extend my condolences to you for this great loss.May God give you peace and comfort during this most difficult time.

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