Richmond, Virginia
CAMERON, Evelyn "Em" Banks, departed this life Thursday, December 15, 2011. She was the fifth child of 11 children of the late Willie J. Banks Sr. and Corrine Banks. She graduated from Armstrong High School and attended Virginia Union University. Em had a long career as the Secretary in the guidance office of Mosby Middle School in Richmond, Virginia. Em accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. She remained a loyal and faithful member until her death. She is survived by two daughters, Daria McCann of Boothwyn, Pa. and Zenda Neal of Richmond, Va.; three sons, James L. Cameron Jr. of Chesapeake, Va., Keith C. Cameron of Malden, Mass., Eyrick Macio Cameron of Arlington, Va.; three sisters, Juanita B. Banks of Cleveland, Ohio, Joan L. Winston and Delores J. Banks of Richmond, Va.; two brothers, Dr. Marshall D. Banks of Richmond, Va. and Dr. Willie J. Banks Jr. of Arlington, Va.; brother-in-law, Wilburn M. Cameron Jr. of Richmond, Va.; sister-in-law, Jacqueline Cameron of Richmond, Va.; three grandchildren, Sean McCann (deceased), London Neal, James Cameron III; three great-grandchildren, Jordan Pase, Chloe Neal and Lilli Pearl McCann and a host of nieces and nephews. Em was a devoted friend to all who knew her and brought joy into the lives of everyone.
God saw you were getting weary, So he did what he thought best, He came and stood beside you, And whispered "Come and rest."
Her remains rest a the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Ave. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, December 21 at 11 a.m. at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
We, your cousins from Baltimore, would like to say that Em is still fresh in our minds. She made our visits to Richmond, to play with everyone, something to look forward to. It is something we will never forget. Our love to all of you!!
lloyd graham
December 16, 2021 | Catonsville, MD
To the Children of EM Cameron:
We, your cousins felt privileged to have spent so much of our childhood
with EM and you. She was a warm and wonderful person. Always easy to
be around. She had a great sense of humor. She never complained about taking care of all of us along with her own children. We loved her and will miss her always. Our love goes out to the family.
Rosalind, Marie, Brother and Junior
January 11, 2012
I was sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Cameron and apologize for the late condolence. She was a great person who always made me laugh! All of you stay strong!
Love,
Tony Saunders
Tony Saunders
December 23, 2011 | Midlothian, VA
We are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Em. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God Bless You.
Love, Your Cousins,
The children of Claff
& Bernice Graham
Eula Graham
December 22, 2011 | Decatur, GA
To the Family,
My prayers are with you on your journey over this road of sorrow. I was grieved to learn of the passing of EM. I have such fond memories of all of you living across the street when growing up on Lamb Avenue. Again, my deepest condolence to each of you.
Veda Ayles
December 22, 2011 | Richm Ond, VA
You will truly be missed. With love,
The Moore Family (Brien, Kathleen, Fran, Jamie, Dylan).
December 22, 2011
Dear Jimmy and Family,
Our family's prayers are with you, that God will continue to bless you and your family and keep you in His loving and protective care. Words, however kind, can't mend your heartache but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind.
May God hold you and your family in the palm of His hands during this time of loss. May He open your hearts for healing. Continue to find your strength and courage in Him, as He will continue...
Darlton, Pat, Kim and Gerard
December 20, 2011 | Laurelton, NY
Dear Jimmy and Family,
Our thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with you and your entire family as you remember your beloved Aunt ‘Em.
Today is not a day of mourning, though many of your hearts maybe heavy. Today is a day of celebration, though many of your eyes weep of sadness
Take this moment to reflect on Aunt ‘Em's teachings, the wonderful lessons she taught, the examples she set and the love she shared. And always know that, though near or far, you are...
Darlton, Richard, Arnita, Adele and Charlie
December 20, 2011 | Brooklyn, Manhattan And Laur, NY
While I regret our paths did not cross in this life, I've had the great privilege of a very close friendship with your brother, Dr. Marshall Banks. I'm confident the same warm spirit he bears reflects that of your family.
Bill Perkins
December 20, 2011 | Richmond, VA