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Dorothy Banks Obituary

Banks, Dorothy beloved wife of the late Philip, loving mother of Sherry Banks and Deborah Ravaux, dear sister of William (Maria) Emalfarb. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Dr., Northbrook, IL, 60062. Service Tuesday, 10 a.m., at The Weinstein Family Wilmette Chapel, 111 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery, Skokie. For info: 847-256-5700

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 3, 2004.

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Anne (aka phyllis)

November 6, 2023

So very sorry Sherry. I remember her from high school at your home.

Jerry Garden

August 3, 2004

Dear Banks and Emalfarb Family,

I am truly saddened to read about Dorothy's passing. She was a very favorite cousin, as was Phil. A lot of fond memories of them, as I write this. My sincerest condolences to you, Sherry, Debbie and William.



Jerry Garden,

4903 Matilija Avenue

Sherman Oaks, CA 91423-1921

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