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Randy Bank Obituary
1956 - 2020
Randy Bank, born October 4, 1956 passed away May 31, 2020 in New Albany, OH after a lengthy and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Randy was born in New Haven, CT and shortly thereafter moved to Shaker Heights, OH where he grew up and graduated from Shaker Heights HS in 1975. Randy was the soccer captain at Shaker and was named All-Ohio 1st Team. He went on to Kenyon College, where he also served as soccer captain and earned his BA in 1979. Although Randy was a graduate from the Ohio State University Law School in 1984, Randy was a lifelong Penn State fan, following his parents, who met there. Randy was a Senior Partner at Bricker & Eckler LLC for close to 30 years, where he practiced Education and Employment Law. He was well respected and admired by countless long-term clients, co-workers, and friends. He was best known for his practical advice, superb analytical skills and casual, warm demeanor. Randy was an avid soccer player throughout his life. Oftentimes, he would bring his soccer bag to chemo and head to play soccer right from treatment. Randy played on many Columbus teams in both Dublin and New Albany, where he helped organize and captain teams for decades. He also loved the game of poker and his beloved poker pals. Randy was a movie buff, jazz fan, well read, and a wordsmith, enjoying a good game of Words with Friends in his free time. However, Randy's greatest pride and joy was his beloved, 17 yr. old daughter, Hannah, and he loved nothing more than to watch her perform on stage. Randy was a loving and devoted husband to Ruth (Sanford) Bank and doting father to Hannah Bank. Randy is preceded in death by his mother Lea (Plessett) Bank. He is survived by his father, Malvin Bank; brothers, Jonathan Bank (Katie Firth), Douglas Bank (Susan), Steven Bank (Julie). He is additionally survived by in-laws, an aunt and uncle, many close cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. A Celebration of Life will be planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Interlochen Center for the Arts, Randy Bank Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 199, Interlochen, MI 49643, www.interlochen.org/memorial, or The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at www.pancan.org Arrangements have been entrusted to Temple Beth Shalom and Epstein Memorial Chapel, www.epsteinmemorial.com
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Sarah Anne Fredericks
July 6, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. I am soo glad I got to know him. I know he loved seeing Hannah on stage.
Craig Woods
June 6, 2020
Randy and I crossed paths many times over the years in our respective legal careers. I will remember fondly his humility, good humor and resilience. I know his health challenges were long and difficult, but he bore them well, with dignity and grace.
Condolences to his family.
Terry Murphy
June 4, 2020
Ruth. Its been many years since we have seen each other at my dog grooming shop.
I was so sad to learn of Randys death. Im sending my deepest sympathy and love to you and Hannah and all the family. Im so sorry for your loss.
Terry Murphy
June 4, 2020
Ruth. Its been many years since we have seen each other at my dog grooming shop.
I was so sad to learn of Randys death. Im sending my deepest sympathy and love to you and Hannah and all the family. Im so sorry for your loss.
Bryan Schwartz
June 4, 2020
Honored to have known him. May his memory be for a blessing to Ruth, Hannah, his family, and friends.
Doug Price
June 2, 2020
My deepest condolences.
I played with and against Randy many times out at SoccerFirst, but I have been away from the game for some time and was not aware of his situation.
RIP my friend.
Trish Mayhorn
June 2, 2020
I am so sorry, Ruth and Hannah. Thinking of you.
Richard Turner
June 2, 2020
Dear Ruth and family, Terry and I were sorry to hear about your loss. May happy memories help you through this difficult time. Terry and Richard
Carole Gavazzi
June 2, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Timothy L Hahn
June 2, 2020
I played soccer with and against Randy at Soccer First. I considered him a friend and a true gentleman on and off the field. I will miss seeing him on the field. My thoughts and prayers will be going out for Ruth and Hannah. It has been a privilege to know Randy.
Roger Shooter
June 2, 2020
I lost track of Randy these last few years. He represented our Agency in Union Negotiations and Grievances for many years. Randy always impressed me as an all around good person who was able to work with a diverse group using his humor and logic to obtain balanced contracts and fair settlements. He had a winning personality to be admired and I did very much.
More important was his absolute love of family and all that represents as an example to others.
Those are my memories and my sincere heartfelt condolences go out to all his family.
Roger Shooter
Fillman Family
June 1, 2020
Our deepest condolences to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief.
Stephanie Henkle
June 1, 2020
Thank you for entrusting me to teach precious Hannah and the privilege of knowing and loving your beautiful family. Never was a parent more supportive, encouraging and loving. I value our friendship and always will.
Rest in peace, Randy.
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