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Carl Banks Obituary
Carl Banks born October 1936 in McAllister Oklahoma to Willis and Alice Mae Banks passed away March 3, 2015.
His big heart gave SO much and finally went to rest. Carl above all loved family, friends and giving. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years Emily, three children DeAnn and her husband Walter Busby, Karla and her husband Lydell Toye, Todd Banks and his wife Randa. Seven grandchildren, Tatianna, Allister, Brig, Brant, Ella, Colin and Graeme and one sister. He is preceded in death by his son Brent Banks, his parents and 11 siblings.
A rosary will be held Sunday, March 8, 2015 7pm at Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home. Mass held at St. Peters and Paul Catholic Church Monday, March 9 at 9:30 am all in New Braunfels, Tx. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
Other than his children and grandchildren his pride and joy was the scrub brush land that he turned into a showplace ranch in Live Oak County Texas. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to St. Peter -St. Joseph Children's Home , 919 Mission Rd.,San Antonio, Tx.,78210 or at www.stpjhome.org . He was always the life of the party and never met a stranger. He has left a huge void. Although he will be missed dearly, we know he will be watching over us.
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Memories and Condolences
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Harry and Elaine Toye
March 16, 2015
Dear Emily and family
I know you are proud and thankful to have had Carl in your life. He not only brought happines, fun and love to his family but to everyone else as well. He will be missed by many.
Sonny Schlameus
March 12, 2015
Emily, I am so sorry for your loss--your friend. Sonny Schlameus
Duane Knopp
March 10, 2015
Emily , my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family . Carl was a great man and we all will sure miss him . My Dad sure thought a lot of him . I can still see those two big guys together at the Molberg Reunions . They acted like brothers caring on like they did, a lot like he and his brother , David. May the Good Lord Bless you all. Love , Duane
March 9, 2015
Emily and family, our prayers go out to you on your great loss. We will always treasure the times we shared when we were at St Paul's church and school. Carl was one of a kind, our family was blessed to have known him.
May God be with you always.
Sincerely, Connie and Joe Rodriguez
Ruben Pea
March 8, 2015
My heart sank when I called Carl last month and Emily answered and told me of Carl's condition. Now he is gone and I will greatly miss him as I looked up to Carl as an older and wiser brother. My condolences to Emily (Pam) and his children. Our friendship span forty plus years. Pam, I may not make it to New Braunfels as I have no one that can drive me but Carl will always be in my heart. Ruben Gomez Pea
Jan Burnett - Hoelscher
March 8, 2015
Knew him from W.B. Ray high school - he was very kind! Sorry for your loss! My married last name is Hoelscher!
Mike and Johnnie Kaderli
March 8, 2015
Emily, so sorry to hear about Carl's passing. He was there for eberyone who knew him. Our prayers are for you and your family at this difficult time.
Charlie Neumann
March 8, 2015
My sympathy goes out to all of Carl's family. Carl taught me a lot about people when I worked for him at Sebera's. These lessons served me well throughout my life. We had terrific fun fishing with old Bob VonToussaint in my back tank. Luckily, I had a chance just recently to visit with Carl and laugh about all the good times we had. He will be missed.
Charlie Neumann
Ella Toye
March 8, 2015
Opa was so kind, loving, and helpful. I will always remember the time I played my cello for him and when I was done he was teary eyed and I asked what was wrong and he said "its the smoke from the fireplace". Your stories that you told were the best ones I have ever heard, and I wish I could have heard more. In German, Opa means grandfather but when I say Opa it means so much more than that. It means someone who you can trust, love, and have fun with. When I said Opa I thought of you with a smile on your face. Thank you for always encouraging me and making me feel like there is always hope. Rest in peace Opa. I love you.
March 7, 2015
With our love and deepest sympathy as we remember Carl Banks. Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strengh.
Roy & Mita Marroquin
Garden Ridge, TX
Tom and Lou Cloudt
March 7, 2015
A loved and respected friend and mentor, Carl's wisdom, humor and love for life touched everyone who knew him. You are in our thoughts.
Jim and Debbie Weck
March 7, 2015
Pam; Jim and I are so very saddened to hear this news. We have so many fond memories of you and Carl. Carl was truly our first Texas friend. Jim loved him so very much and laughs about their times spent together in live oak. Our hearts ache for you. Carl had a heart larger than Texas. We feel very blessed to have been a part of your lives. Prayers and hugs to you.
Jim and Debbie Weck
March 6, 2015
Please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of Carl. I had known Carl since our school days in Corpus Christi, and his passing will be a great loss to many of his classmates.
DeDe and Rodney Wilson, Garden Ridge, Texas
Wandita Turner
March 6, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you, DeAnn and Walt, and your family. Blessings to you all. Love, Wandita
Rhonda Snapp
March 6, 2015
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Woody & Pat Hamon
March 6, 2015
Dearest Pam
Our thoughts and prayers we send, our love for you and Carl, you know. I can just imagine now the big galoot smiling down from Heaven smiling at his life long sweetheart.
Woody and Pat
Woodward, OK
Stephen Molberg
March 6, 2015
Emily, we are sad to hear of the passing of Carl. He was a big man with a bigger heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We love you.
Gail and Stephen Molberg
Donna Thomas
March 6, 2015
Dear Cousin Emily and Family, you are all in our prayers during this difficult time. Carl was such a sweet man and will be missed so much. All our love, Bob and Donna Thomas
Gary Molberg
March 6, 2015
To my dear cousin Emily and all the family I want you to know your in our thoughts and prayers. God is welcoming a great man to his kingdom..God Bless
Gary Molberg
Margie & Eddy Scott
March 6, 2015
Carl was a great kid, fun uncle,admired adult,loved husband & father. He filled our hearts and will be greatly missed.
Mary & Palmer Howard
March 6, 2015
So sad to hear of the passing of Carl Banks. Our thoughts and prayers are with DeAnn and family.
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