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1962
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2017
Benard Banas Obituary
Born: September 7, 1962
Died: July 18, 2017
Benard "Ben" D. Banas, of Elwood, passed away suddenly with his loyal dog Machete by his side, Tuesday, July 18, 2017. Age 54 years.
Survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Michelle M. Banas (nee Branigan); a son, Zachary (Kathleen) Banas; his mother, Eleanor Banas; his siblings, Brod Banas, Brian Banas, Barb Jones, Bernice Jasurda, Bon Swift and Bettie McCullom. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by his father, Stanley Banas (2006); and his brother, Bruce Banas.
Ben was born September 7, 1962 in Hinsdale, IL. He was an avid outdoorsman and a handyman. Ben was employed with Apollo Colors in Rockdale.
A memorial gathering will be held at the First Christian Church, 1824 Church St, Wilmington, IL, Monday, July 24th at 12:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers memorials will be appreciated.
For information please call (815) 744-0022 or www.CHSFUNERAL.com
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kathie goody
July 25, 2017
Our friendship was one of a kind.You were there at a drop of a hat to help, anytime we needed a hand.Your sense of humor was a breath of fresh air! We will miss you more than words could ever say. We wish you Peace!! All Our Love To Shelley and Zach and to The Extended Family. Steve,Kathie and Austin Goody
miss you Ben
Bettie McCollum
July 23, 2017
I will miss you my brother my friend,in fact I miss you already...your contagious laugh your genuine smile but mostly your insight on so many things. Wish you were here right now just so I can tell you that I love you....you will truly be missed , gone but never forgotten RIP
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