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Kevin Hanks Obituary

HANKS Kevin "Monk" Hanks, age 57, passed into God's Hands on January 12, 2011. Beloved husband of Denise (Bush) Hanks of Bridgeport, born to the late Otis Hanks and Zelma Wilson, both of Bridgeport, raised by the late Casey and Etta Hampton on the East End of Bridgeport. Over the years Kevin used his spiritual gifts in the area of case management and crisis interventions. He counseled clients with substance abuse, adolescents and adults, in- shelter residents and clients needing job readiness services. Kevin was a disciple at Mt. Aery Baptist Church and served for years in the Mass Choir, Male Chorus, Dance Ministry, MAAFA Ministry, Trustee Ministry and was the coordinator of the annual Church Outing. Kevin will be remembered for his kind and loving nature and his devotion to his family. Having touched many lives he will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was predeceased by one brother David Hanks. Survivors include two daughters Coretta (Joshua) Owen of Waterbury, Shameen Hanks of Bridgeport, a step-son Joshua Bush of New York and a step-daughter Jessica Mallard of Bridgeport, two brothers Carlton (Toni) Hanks of Houston, Texas, and Mark (Julie) Hanks of West Haven, one sister Elisa Brooks of Bridgeport; and a host of nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of his life on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 1p.m. at Mt. Aery Baptist Church, 73 Frank Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Baker-Isaac Funeral Services, 985 Stratford Avenue, Bridgeport, www.bakerfuneralservices.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post from Jan. 21 to Jan. 22, 2011.

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Margie Lowe

January 16, 2021

Denise Grief can be so hard, but our special pass memories help us cope during anniversaries, birth days and old family gathering. Remembering you and Kevin today and always.

Ada Hernandez

February 3, 2011

Never Be Discouraged
There is really nothing we need to know
or even try to understand.
If we refuse to be discouraged
and trust God's guiding hand.
So take heart and meet each minute
with faith in God's great love,
Aware that every day of life
is controlled by God above...
And never dread tomorrow
or what the future brings,
Just pray for strength and courage
and trust God in all things.
And never grow discouraged
be patient and just wait
for "God never comes too early
and He never comes too late!"

-- Helen Steiner Rice
With our deepest Sympathy

Your friend,

Ada Hernandez and family

Edith Diaz

February 2, 2011

I'm sorry to hear of your passing...we worked together many years ago...you were a good person and co-worker...RIP =*(

Debbie Monk

January 28, 2011

Deepest sympathy and sincere condolences

Felicia Whitfield

January 28, 2011

Denise and the Hanks Family....May God bless you through this time. Kevin will definately be remembered by me for his smile, jokes and big heart of gold. He will truly be missed but not forgotten.

Rhonda Evans

January 26, 2011

Denise-

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know that my words can be of no real consolation, but remember that "we do not grieve as others do who have no hope" and that when the trumpet sounds that the dead in Christ will arise first and that we who are alive and left will be caught up together with them to meet Him in the air. PLEASE let me know if there is anything that I can help with.
Love Ya!

Rhonda Evans

Ron and Joan Rogers

January 25, 2011

Denise,
We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Monk always had a word to speak and a smile. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.

Jeffrey Burney

January 25, 2011

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.

Lisa Mazzeo

January 24, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We had the pleasure of working with Kevin at Operation Hope.

Kim & June Colter

January 23, 2011

To the Hanks, Family,
Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Kevin will surely be missed. His strength and courage will always serve as an example of service and faith. May his memories inspire us...Amen

Richard Litzinger

January 23, 2011

My condolences and prayers for all of you. I knew Kevin from Operation Hope, where we both worked. May God reward him!

Billy & Valerie DeBerry

January 22, 2011

Mark & Family
We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. We pray that God will keep you and your family in perfect peace and clothe you with His comfort, love and strength during this difficult time as he promised He would.

Darryl & Leticia Belton

January 22, 2011

Denise, We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and the family during this hard time.

Cassandra Edmonds

January 22, 2011

Denise & Family

I am sorry for the lost of Kevin. Kevin was a great person who had nothing but encouraging words to say. May you find comfort in the arms of God during your time of sorrow.

Ron Mackey

January 22, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Brother "Monk`s" loving work at Mt. Aery was an inspiration.

Dorothy Luke

January 22, 2011

Denise, may God give you comfort in your time ov bereavement.

Jeannette Carter

January 22, 2011

Denise, I am so sorry for your great loss. Kevin was a wonderful man who touched so many lives. Take care and be well.

Margie Lowe

January 22, 2011

Denise, our prayers are with you and family during these difficult days. Just know.... that each day God will ease your sorrow, bring peace, give strength and comfort you. We will all miss him very much, and he will never be forgotton for his dedicated work at the "Mount". With Deepest Sympathy Margie & Deacon Melvin Lowe Sr.

January 22, 2011

Denise my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kevin was a good man and a good man is hard to find. He will be missed by many.

James Allsop

Shalishea Laws

January 22, 2011

God can and He will hold you now and forever more. I can hear your jokes that is the transitional gift that I will keep with me. Memories are fond and everlasting. He is the kind of person that you can never forget. My prayers are with you all...

DEACON GEORGE & REDELL BRYANT

January 21, 2011

DENISE, MAY OUR CHIEF ANCESTOR GIVE YOU PEACE AND STRENGTH DURING THIS DARK HOUR. KEVIN WAS A DEAR FRIEND AND A BROTHER. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM AND LOVED HIM. KEVIN WAS A DEVOTED MEMBER OF MT.AERY. KEVIN KNEW THE LORD AND WORKED IN THE VINEYARD WITH A SMILE. WE WERE BLESSED TO HAVE HIM OUR LIVES. REST NOW KEVIN YOUR LABOR IS DONE.

January 21, 2011

Denise, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Cry, Laugh, Remember, Rejoice
Kevin is at peace
With Deepest Sympathy
Anna & Bruce Anderson

January 21, 2011

Mark & Family
In this moment of saddness and confusion from the loss of your brother know that Monk is in a land of no sorrow, a land of no fears, and a land of no sickness & death
Rejoice that he has taken his place in heaven
With deepest sympathy
Bruce & Anna

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