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Karen Lee Banas
1955 - 2022
Karen Lee Banas
1955 - 2022
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1955
DIED
2022
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In 1980, Karen married the love of her life, John Banas, in Buffalo NY and together they built a beautiful life in Texas, and then in Arizona. Karen had a successful, longtime career with Wells Fargo Bank.
Karen was an inspiration to all who knew her. She was a kind and gentle person who loved spending time with family and friends. She was dedicated to brightening the lives of others.
Karen is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, John Banas; sister, Kelley Hartman; brothers, Frank Lee (Kim), and Dan Lee (Jan), and many close friends who she also considered her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents and loving granddaughter, Tiffany Banas.
A celebration of life for Karen will be held on Friday, January 28, 2022, at 1:00 pm at San Tan Mountain View Funeral Home, 21809 S. Ellsworth Rd., Queen Creek, Arizona, 85142. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in Karen's name and memory to the Make a Wish Foundation, 2901 N 78th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251or https://wish.org/arizona.
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Andrew Hintz
May 27, 2022
May Karen rest in peace, my deepest sympathies to John, their entire family and friends. I just found out and wish I could have attended the celebration of life. Karen was a coworker (different departments) but I got to know her over the years and realized what a warm, kind friend she was. Karen's smile is something I will always remember.
Kristin Linne
February 21, 2022
Pat and I were so sorry to hear of Karen's passing and pray for comfort for John. Karen was a kind and inspiring spirit. We were honored to be her neighbor and enjoyed many backyard activities in those years. Rest in Peace Karen.
Brenda Santos
January 28, 2022
My heart broke when I heard that Karen passed. I just talked to her when I came back to work for Wells. I will never forget how she was the mama bear of our team she would always want the best for us. Sending prayers to her husband John and her family. I will definitely miss you and our talks.
Isela Barron
January 28, 2022
Karen was a fighter, I used to tell her she was like our lovely flag standing strong and beautiful everyday. Karen will always be with us, my thoughts are with John and everyone that knew her.
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Marcie North
January 27, 2022
My heart goes out to everyone who knew Karen and especially her husband John and her siblings. Karen and I meet back in 1997 from work. Her and I connected from when she said hi and introduced herself. We were friends and long time co-workers ever since. She always had a positive outlook and such a giving heart. She fought a long and hard battle with her colon cancer. May she rest in peace with Tiffany and her mom and dad.
Dana Marsolek
January 25, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She put up such a good fight for so long. My deepest sympathies to her family.
Dan Gould
January 24, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Karen was my hero. She sure put up a good fight all these years. So glad I was able to see her in July as she was retiring.
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