Louis Paul Bankston

Louis Paul Bankston passed away on February 13, 2022 at the age of 49. He was born in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana on December 18, 1972 and was a resident of Harahan, Louisiana. He is preceded in death by his father Paul S. Bankston. He is survived by his mother Elaine F. Bankston. Louie was a songwriter-musician who entertained audiences all over the world. In the mid 80's he opened a skateboard shop within the family hardware store, Louis River Ridge Ace Hardware. Needless to say his favorite sport was skateboarding. Many thanks to Dr. Joseph Micelli and the Critical Care Unit Staff at Ochsner Hospital. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans, La. on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. followed by a Graveside Service in Metairie Cemetery. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.