William Ralph Banks
Heaven opened its gates on Friday, September 1, 2023, and welcomed in William (Ralph) Banks. Ralph passed away at his home with his family at the age of 83.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 9, at New Life Bible Church in Gainesville, Texas at 2:00 pm.
Ralph was born January 22, 1940, to George and Ardina Banks of Callisburg, Texas. He graduated from Callisburg High School in 1959 where he excelled as an athlete. Ralph was married to Wanda Lou West of Gainesville on August 12, 1961. They had three children: Brent, Kim and Vicki.
Ralph was a devoted Christian and a dedicated and loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed nature, sports and was an avid hunter, fisherman and golfer. He loved learning new skills and would dedicate himself until he excelled in any new endeavor. He will be remembered for his relentless work ethic, his calm demeaner and witty personality.
Ralph was proceeded in death by his father and mother, George and Ardina Banks, sister, Helen Weaver, brothers, Sky, Dee and Donald Banks.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda; son, Brent Banks and wife, Cyndy of Gainesville; daughter, Kim Banks of Nocona; daughter, Vicki Barke and husband, Kevin of Saginaw; sister, Eddie Mae Trammel of Nocona; grandchildren, Shanna Haley, Kent Gearner, Meritt Banks, Tyler Barke, Carter Barke and Mason Banks; great grandchildren, Maddy, Hannah and Cameron Farmer and Hudson Barke.
Condolences to you all! We send our prayers for your family.,
Barry and Debbie Potter and family
Extending our deepest sympathy in your loss of Ralph. We pray for comfort and strength to help you through the difficult days to come, and we know there is comfort in knowing you will be with him again one day. Sincerely, Don & Linda Tooley
Condolences to you all. Sending love and prayers to the family. David and Lisa Carnes
So sorry for you loss. But a wonderful reunion day is coming
Wanda and family, We have such good memories of going to church together at Calvary in Lewisville and playing so many games of volleyball. We are truly thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer and know that our Lord will have his arms wrapped around each of you. We are truly saddened by Ralph passing away, but he will b holding a volleyball in his hands waiting on all of us to get to heaven so we can play another game of volleyball together. Try to think on the happy times and know we love you all. Wallie and Dona Roa
Praying Love you Wanda!!! Angela West Whitehead
Sincere condolences to you Kim, your Mom, siblings, children and grandchildren. Loss is so tough, but I know Ralph raised you to be made of stern stuff. God Bless you all and watch over you in this difficult time.
Love and prayers
Wanda, I am so sorry for your great loss. Will be praying for you and your family. Phyllis hurst Hutson Moore