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Terence G. Banich
1946 - 2018
Terence G. Banich
1946 - 2018
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J. Murph
May 25, 2020
I didnt know he died. I quit the hospital years ago. I only today tried to give him a referral and discovered this.
We shared a love of huge dogs riding in little convertibles with the top down.
And many patient success stories.
Kiva Natt
January 15, 2020
I'm so very sad, my heart is in pain. I met Dr Banich in February 2017 I was diagnosed with breast cancer, my first appointment he was so caring understanding and kind, sharing personal comforting feelings and personal experiences, it made me stop crying and smile. WOW what a awesome man. Ultimately a month later he was my surgeon that smile gave me comfort. He will be missed I have been meaning to connect with him to share many more thanks, he's been on my mind frequently lately. I was browsing the internet for his number at the office to call, and lord I saw his name , with the obituary aside of it. I couldn't do anything but say no with tears. To the family I'm so so sorry my deepest condolences. In the little time I known him he made a huge impact on myself, after the surgery at my appointment with him for a check up he asked me to do him a favor I said what would that be, and he asked me to speak to other's about breast cancer, share my story. Yes I will continue. Thanks my Doctor, my friend. Many blessings to the family and friends. My sincerest love and prayers for strength for all he touched.
Diana Pulliam
November 25, 2019
Dr Banich was not only my surgeon but he felt like family, I never stopped talking about him because this is the first Dr in MANY years who actually cared about me, he was so kind and so skilled...I can't believe he's gone, RIP my friend.. I'm so incredibly sad
Gabriele` Johnsen
October 14, 2019
I still can't believe he's gone, let alone gone for a year now. Such a kind, loving, caring and gentle human being. I'm glad he's with the love of his life, Mimi. Terry and Mimi were two of the kindest people I've ever known. They adored their boys and their grandchildren. Ciao, till we meet again. I love and miss you both.
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Rick Chambers
October 14, 2019
Dr. Banich was a kind, compassionate and skilled surgeon with a subtle sense of humor - evidenced by the cartoons posted in his exam room - who gave me a new lease of life. I say a 'thank you' to him often in my prayers and will always remember how fortunate I am to have been one of his patients.
October 14, 2019
It is hard to believe that we lost this loving, caring man a year ago. We miss his genuine smile, loving and prayerfull words and his skilled surgical hands.
He helped save the lives of so many people. We are all eternally thankful of his presence on earth!
Love,
Jack and Sherry London
Gary DiRisio
April 7, 2019
Dr Banich performed an inguinal hernia repair on me December of 2017. I've never had surgery so I was a bit leery. I had worked with Terrence previously as a pharmacist in Las Vegas. He was always professional and cordial when we spoke. When I decided to have the surgery, Dr..Banich was at the top of my list. I'll never regret my decision. He was extremely professional,,made me feel completely at ease, and had a great sense of humor. He was a super person in addition to being an excellent surgeon. He performed the surgery on what he said was the most severe hernia I've ever seen. It went without a hitch and a year later, I'm still feeling great. All thanks go to Dr.Banich. When a friend of mine was asking about having hernia surgery, I knew exactly who he should contact. When I went to Dr.Banich's website, I was devastated to find out he had passed away. I wanted to send my condolences for a great man who helped heal me during an uncertain time in my life. Rest In Peace Dr.Banich, you touched the lives of so many, you will be sorely missed. In Gods grace, Dr..Gary DiRisio
Stanley Davidson
January 27, 2019
I just learned this very sad news. I met Terry 36 years ago through my law partner who used him as an expert witness. This began a long friendship. We used him as a superb expert witness in many cases and I would travel to Vegas several times a year to do his deposition. Decades ago I packed several Lou Malnati's pizzas with ice in a box, checked it as luggage and flew to Vegas with it. When I got it to the Banich residence it was just starting to thaw. This was before Malnatis offered their own air delivery.
I would go to dinner with the whole family and watched the boys grow up. When the Banichs came to Chicago once, his family and mine had dinner-my daughters being similar age. He was a very good friend and an exceptional surgeon and clinician. He was a formidable expert witness. He was just a great guy. I will miss him!!! . My sympathy to the boys and their families
Marcella Makinson
January 11, 2019
Doctor Banich was a terrific doctor he removed the cancer sadly to say its back just found out u passed away. I was in need of your help again with your expertise and caring about what you do to help others. You will be missed very much. To your family may everyday be blessed
Joan and CJ McManus
January 6, 2019
We send our love to the three sons that Terry loved so much and to their families. Your father was our friend, our mentor, our doctor , our hero. We just learned of Terry's passing - as we tried to wish a happy birthday to our dear, dear buddy. Our sadness is mixed with deep gratitude that we had him in our lives. Know that we send our sympathy. Joan and CJ McManus
Rick Chambers
December 14, 2018
Unbelievable shock and heartbreak is the only thing that expresses my reaction to the passing of Dr. Banich. This kind and compassionate person never gave up on me and through his surgical expertise me, has enabled me to live a normal life. I will be forever greatful and only wish I hadn't waited until the Christmas holidays to reach out and thank him again.
DESIREA FOX
November 17, 2018
Dr. Banish did surgery on me this past January. He wasn't just a doctor, he was a caring, compassionate person. He will be missed. God have mercy on him.
November 17, 2018
Prayers and love to Terry's son's and their family. Terry was a wonderful boss to have worked with. He was very compassionate and put his heart into his job. Thanks for your instruction when I joined the staff @ GSA. You Sir, will be missed by so many.
Bernie Gennarino
November 17, 2018
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad Doug. So young. My condolences to you and your family. My you find comfort from our Lord during this time. Much L
Frank Banaria
November 17, 2018
Las Vegas Philippine Medical Mission inc. staff. Send our love and gratitude for all the work and help he has extended us and to the underprivileged patients from the Philippines whom he gave medical attention thru our outreach programs. We will always love you Dr. Banich.
Kim Macasieb (Janata)
November 17, 2018
I'm so grateful that I was able to know Dr. Banich both personally and professionally. He was an amazing person who touched an immeasurable number of lives, including mine. With one simple gesture he changed the course of my life in such a remarkable way and I will always be thankful for him. This world is a better place because he was in it. My deepest condolences go out to his sons and their families as I'm know their hearts are broken. You are all in our hearts and prayers.
Rich Pool Chlor
November 17, 2018
Dr Banich and his wife two good friends Rest In Peace
Paul and Carol Heeren
November 16, 2018
May God bless Terry and the Banich family.
I'll always remember Terry. He was a long time colleague, a mentor, an outstanding physician and a caring thoughtful human being whom I considered my friend. I feel fortunate that I recently stood in my kitchen with Terry and gave him a hug when this kind, selfless physician made a "house call" to help me with a friend. And although I'm terribly saddened wishing I had more time with this gentle man, I can smile a little because Terry knew that I thought of him as a wonderfully good person and he knew I would stand and applaud his performance in this "game" of life. I'll miss you Terry. Rest in peace.
will Campbell
November 8, 2018
RIP Dr!..u were a smart, funny, wise soul.u we be solely miss.. May the Lord welcome you with open arms☮
Sharon Martin
November 7, 2018
My sympathies to the Banich family. I first met Dr. Banich at Spring Valley Hospital as they wheeled me in for emergency appendectomy. His smile was reassuring. I worked at Spring Valley and he would always come visit my candy dish. I kept a special bag of Wether's Original candies just for him. I was shocked today as I was trying to coordinate my upcoming procedure that he had passed. He touched so many lives...I certainly will miss him.
Chauntae Knuckles
November 1, 2018
Dearest Banich family, may the good Lord bring you solace, comfort and peace of knowing your loved one served his life's purpose very well. On September 24th, 2018, I saw him for a 2nd opinion. He prayed with me, we hugged, acknowledged God's presence in the room and I know that I'm healing. He touched my heart, spirit and soul. God bless and bring all of you and the dog, tremendous soothing comfort during these trying moments.
Humbly,
Susan Moruri
October 26, 2018
What a sweet and caring person you were Terry. You will be missed. Working with you was a joy. Thanks for making me smile each time I saw and interacted with you.
Until We Meet Again...
Dr. Renee Webb, D.D.
October 25, 2018
Praying for sincere peace and comfort for the family of this compassionate child of God. Dr. Banich performed surgery on me twice, once in 2000, and again in 2007 due to Breast Cancer. He was genuinely a caring and thoughtful man of God. I remember him making the cross sign before they took me back for surgery which let me know that he was a man of faith. I work at Valley hospital, and every time we would see each other in the hallway, we would always greet each other with a hug. Again, please accept my sincere condolences. Dr. Banich will truly be missed.
Gabi Johnsen
October 25, 2018
My heart breaks for all of us, but especially his boys and his grandkids. I hope that Terry and Mimi had a wonderful reunion. I met Terry and Mimi when they were building their house. They were such wonderful people. They introduced them selves as Terry and Mimi Banich. I didn't know for a while that he was a surgeon. They always kept in touch over the years and I was lucky enough to be invited to Mimi's 60th birthday party. He adored Mimi. I am so grateful to have known both of them and meet their boys. The world has truly lost a great man. RIP Terry.
Jill Keb (formerly Ovnik)
October 23, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to the family. I met uncle Terry when I was about 17. I'm so lucky to have known Grandma' Mary Banich and her 3 children; Maryann, Frank and Terry. They were all amazing individuals with big personalities who will continue to be remembered and missed. Sibling reunion in heaven! Xoxo
Jan Kleinsasser
October 22, 2018
What a dynamic person to know. He was a great surgeon and an even better friend. We all will miss your smiling face and sense of humor. Jan k.
Jack London
October 22, 2018
What a dear and wonderful man. I will miss my friend,
Jack London
October 21, 2018
Over the years, my life intersected with Dr. Banich, but two incidents were profound-when he literally saved my life in the early 1980's and again when during a hospitalization a few years ago, he came to visit, pray for and with me. At the time, I was under the care of his partners, so it was a personal visit. I will always be grateful that God gave me the opportunity to thank him once again for giving me back my life. Dr. Bancih was a healer of the body and the soul. His powerful prayer for me,on the day of our visit, is engraved on my heart forever. My love to his family and to his partners-Beverly Oehler
ken koshiro
October 21, 2018
Dr. Banich operated on me and saved my life in 1993. I will be forever grateful to him for his skills which greatly improved my life. Thank you Dr. Banich. Rest in peace.
Patricia Bennett
October 21, 2018
Dr Banich rest in peace.
Stephenie Laughlin
October 21, 2018
I send my sympathy to Dr. Banich's sons and their families. To his fellow colleagues and to the countless number of friends and patients who knew him and whose lives he touched.
I worked with Dr. Banich in the late 1990's until 2005 when I moved to Ohio. He was an excellent surgeon, and had a great bedside manner with his patients. RIP. With kind regards, Stephenie (King) Laughlin
Devney Oehler Miller
October 20, 2018
Dr. Banich saved my mom's life December 1983. Wow, I thought a lot of Dr. Banich. Heaven got a good one!
October 20, 2018
So sorry to hear of Dr. Banich's passing. He fixed a hernia I had and one thing I remembered was the time he spent explaining the procedure to me. We also shared a laugh when during our talk we discovered that our fathers were both plumbers in Chicago.
October 20, 2018
I had the honor of know Terry and Frank. We started out at St. Anne's Hospital in Chicago. Both Dr Banich did surgery on a sick teenager. When faced with fact this child was going to die!, the Banich Family gave this child a onderful last Christmas. In Las Vegas, we met again in the hospital, only I was his nurse just like St, Anne's. He was a fine surgeon and a gentleman. He made a difference in many lives. May he Rest In Peace. With found memories and prayers, sincerely, Susan Smith
Venus Manzano
October 20, 2018
MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCE TO HIS FAMILY.MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE. I KNEW DR BANICH THROUH MESSENGER MY REGRET I HAVE NOT MEET HIM IN PERSON.
Tammy Herra
October 20, 2018
Thankful for his contribution to medicine and glad he was able to help me through mine. Wonderful surgeon and individual ! Rest In Peace
Prayers to his family
FC
October 20, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
October 20, 2018
LITERALLY SAVED MY LIFE The Summer of 1984. Still have the diagram he drew at my bedside showing what was going on when NOBODY else knew and how his "Grandmother Died of almost the very same thing." There is NOT a day gone by since that eye haven't thought of him and seen him in my minds eye so to speak as: " THE Doctors Doctor "
Wayne Hadden
October 20, 2018
This world is has a large void because of Terry's departure. We all loved him and respected his incredible life.
From all of his California friends - our sincere condolences to the boys and Terry's extended family.
Our last visit in Vegas with Terry and Ofelia
October 20, 2018
We were so pleased to have known Terry and his family since we met on vacation in Acapulco. Terry performed keyhole surgery on me which led to my family holidayiing many times in Vegas. We were very fortunate to be part of his family's life and it was an honour to have known him a a friend across the pond. Our love goes to his family. Michael and Louise Bollom
Laurie Parr
October 20, 2018
In 2013 I was thrown into the world of Breast Cancer and sent to Dr. Banich for surgery. The moment he walked into the room, I knew he was special and I felt an instant peace. He handled two of my surgeries with success. Over the years we stayed in touch as I just could not lose a connection with him. He would talk to me and treat me as if I was his own daughter, not just a patient. I am devastated to learn that he has passed. To his family....he loved all of you so very much. He was put on this earth to heal and love and he did that to the fullest of his ability. I will love him and miss him forever. R.I.P. Dr. Banish. You will always be my angel.
Allan Boruszak
October 20, 2018
I remember having Terry come in to my cases when he was learning laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and mentoring him on how to insert the instruments. We were also down at the Medical Center in Chicago at the same time. He was a great surgeon, and a pioneer in the Las Vegas medical community. My prayers are with the family
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