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Alfred Banas Obituary
Born in Hartford, CT on December 31st, 1952, he was the son of Frank Banas and Zofia Oliwka Banas of East Hartford, CT. Al was a graduate of Central Connecticut State University and was employed by Amtrak as a signal construction supervisor retiring in 2015. Al resided in Meriden for more than 40 years and loved to spend summers on Cape Cod. He was an avid music lover, dog owner and Patriots fan.
Besides his wife, Al is survived by his greatest legacy, three sons; Christopher H. Banas (wife Kelly), Matthew J. Banas (wife Deborah), Thomas P. Banas (wife Laura) and six treasured grandchildren; Brennen, Olivia, Henry, Wesley, Mason, and Alex. He is also survived by his brother, Richard, his sisters-in-law, Kathleen DePalma and her husband, Andrew, Patricia Leber and her husband, James, and five nieces and nephews. He leaves behind his black labrador, Mr. Bo Jangles.
His family will receive relatives and friends on Sunday, November 19th from 1 to 4 p.m. at the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main Street, Meriden. The funeral service will be held on Monday, November 20th at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his name can be made to the Meriden Humane Society 311 Murdock Ave., Meriden, CT 06450. For online condolences, please visit jferryfh.com
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Tony Chieffo
November 20, 2023
Sheila and family
I´m very sorry for your loss... my prayers and condolences to the entire family... I started my career at Amtrak in 1991 working for Al. He was a great guy and a true gentleman...
RIP
Jim and Carol Kuhlen
November 19, 2023
So sorry to hear about Al. He was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor and always fun to be around. We all had such great times during college years and beyond. Sheila and family, so sorry for your loss.
Dom and Leslie Natalie
November 19, 2023
Please accept our condolences on your loss. Al was a wonderful friend and was blessed with a loving family. Try to find some comfort in that. We have many wonderful memories of Al. They will be cherished. We miss him already.
Gary & Susan Leone
November 19, 2023
We are sorry for your loss of such a wonderful, loving and caring man who will be dearly missed by all. Al's presence will always be felt and his love will continue to surround you. Our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
Ron Landry
November 19, 2023
I met Al when I was Five years old, we quickly became good friends and spent many wonderful hours together as kids growing up in East Hartford . His Dad, Frank, often took us to Rocky Neck, CT or Misquamicut,RI to frolic in the waves. Great memories with a great friend ! Will always love Alfred Banas , Great friend, very smart, kind, thoughtful, considerate, understanding,patient,quiet,loving,generous,gentle soul .
There are not enough words to describe what a great man he became over the years.
We didn´t get together much as life brought us in different directions, but when we did, we still shared that closeness that those early memories forged.
He will always be in my heart, and will be thoughtfully remembered constantly for my new grandson was also named
Alfred.
I am sure I will remember Al and our great times together as kids every time I look into his eyes.
Thomas Nall
November 18, 2023
I knew Al from Amtrak. One heck of a great guy and a gentleman. Sorry for your loss. RIP Al
Sherry Renaldi
November 18, 2023
Such a sweet family great neighbor sorry for you loss love Brad & sherry
Rosalie rice
November 18, 2023
Sheila, Chris, Matt, Tom: we are sorry beyond words for your loss. Al was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, a kind man who was a wonderful friend to everyone. He was a special person who will be missed! Rosalie and jeff
Heather Cicio
November 18, 2023
Sheila and boys, I am truly sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my prayers.
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