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Michael Banas Obituary

Michael Banas, age 26, passed away suddenly by accidental drowning in Crystal River, FL on Saturday, September 17, 2005. He was born in Flower Hospital of Sylvania, OH on February 9, 1979. He lived in Toledo off and on during his short life.
Preceded in death by his stepmother, Laurie Banas. He is survived by his father, Thomas Banas of Toledo, OH; his mother, Debbie Moore of Crystal River, FL; sister, Tonya; stepsisters, Megan, Alicia; stepbrother, Cody and nephews, Zachary and Alex, all of Crystal River, FL; grandparents, James and Arleen Banas of Adrian, MI; grandparents, Casper and Betty Matthews of Crystal River, FL and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Private services being held in Crystal River, FL.
God bless him. He will be missed.

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Published by The Blade from Sep. 22 to Sep. 23, 2005.

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TONYA BANAS

October 18, 2005

IT HAS BEEN A MONTH SENSE MIKE HAS LEFT US. I MISS HIM MORE AS THE DAYS GO BY AND WILL NEVER STOP.

Talia Dunseth

September 24, 2005

Mike was a good associate of mine from high school. Although it has been a few years since I have seen him around TOL., I will miss his charm, cute smile and funny character. My thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to the family and friends.

tonya banas

September 22, 2005

mike was by little brother. he was a joy to have in my life and was taken from me to soon. i will miss him always.

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