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Gary Banas Obituary
Mr. Banas was born in Akron and had resided in Massillon the past 10 years, moving there from Canton. He had been a lawyer for over 50 years, having practiced with Buckingham, Doolittle and Burroughs, had served with the U.S. Army and was a member of Perry Christian Church.
Preceded in death by his parents, Mitchell and Blanche (Harrington) Banas, step-mother, Virginia Banas and sister, Madalyn Katz, he is survived by his wife of 55 years, Bonny; daughters, Holly Coughlin and Amy (Todd) Campbell, all of Shaker Heights; grandchildren, Kyle and Alec Coughlin and Paige and Devin Campbell; mother-in-law, Gertrude Meese of Canton; and many cousins, including Lannie Miller of Cuyahoga Falls.
The Family would like to express special thanks to the staff at Rose Lane Health Center Grant Wing for their exceptional care and love.
Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 28 in The Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 1930 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, Pastor Kristine Eggert officiating. Friends may call for one hour prior to service time. Final resting place, Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of other remembrances, memorials may be made to the Cuyahoga Falls Historical Society, P.O. Box 186, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44222 or The Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, 11350 McCormick Rd., Executive Plaza III, Suite 906, Hunt Valley, MD 21031.
His Video Tribute will be viewable at www.cliffordshoemaker.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Banas
Joyce Sutherland
August 21, 2023
I was just talking about your dad and mom the other day.
I admired them so much for their lives of service.
They were so intelligent and fun!
Joyce Sutherland
August 19, 2020
Gary was one of a kind.
Everyone in our family has good and different memories of the time we spent with him. He still comes up in family conversations ❤
Dale Eckard
December 30, 2010
To the Banas Family: I extend my sincere sympathy for your loss and hope you are doing ok. As a young person, I caddied for Gary on a regular basis on Saturdays in the early to mid 70s. I was always there early and passed other jobs sooner in the day to have the opportunity to work for Gary and Frank Lucas. I enjoyed them so much and they were such class acts. Gary's outlook and life, humor, and the way he treated me and others were top notch. Sounds corny but my life was enriched every Saturday just being around him. I knew his game so well that he'd ask my advice at times or I'd just give him a look if he selected the wrong club. He was a respected and significant presence in my life.
Joyce Sutherland
August 27, 2010
It has been such a pleasure knowing your family over the years. Our family has had the highest repect for the faith, honor, humilty and intelliegence of the Banas family. Gary was a prime example of how a Christian should live his life. Bonny is his equal in all things. He served at Cathleen's wedding and came to visit my mother in her last months. He did evrything and anything to serve God. We praise his memory and raise you all to feel God presence with your grief. Much love
Kerry J. Dougherty
August 26, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of you loss. The entire Banas family is in my prayers.
Leah Pursley
August 25, 2010
I enjoyed meeting Gary and Bonny while working at Rose Lane. Gary was always willing to share a smile, a laugh, or even a coveted Oreo cookie! He loved to show me the picture on his pillow case of his grandchildren and tell me their names. I consider it a privilege to have witnessed your extraordinary love for one another, and pray that your memories will carry you through this difficult time.
Karen M. Rudolph
August 25, 2010
Banas Family..I had the pleasure of working with Gary and meeting Bonnie at Roselane. I pray that God gives you grace and faith to endure this trying time and may your memories hold him close to you for eternity.
Brenda Hawkins
August 25, 2010
It has been an honor and a pleasure to work with Gary and Bonny at Rose Lane. Your love, faith and great sense of humor have been evident since we met the two of you. You have our sincere sympathy.
Robbin Raggi/Miner
August 25, 2010
When I thank the Lord for the people who instructed me in my youth, Gary and Bonny Banas are right up at the top of the list. I have such wonderful memories: being in Gary's Sunday School class, youth group fun, writing a play with Gary, visiting at his house, and the encouragement offered at the beginning of our marriage. Gary was a blessing to so many. He will certainly be missed. May God comfort you all in the coming days.
Hans Stucki
August 25, 2010
Gary was really my first "mentor" as a lawyer at the Buckingham firm. I learned a lot from him...including not to take yourself too seriously. He was a wonderful lawyer and a wonderful teacher.
kari lindsay
August 25, 2010
To the Banas family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Gary. I have so many wonderful memories of him back at Perry Christian church. From the puppet troop and growing up in the church. May God's love and grace surround you in you time of loss.
Kari Longwell/ Lindsay. Shreve Ohio
Sally Henning
August 25, 2010
He will be missed.
The Staff of Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home
August 25, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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