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James Banks Obituary
Banks, James M. 51; loving father of Christina (Gabriel Val); proud grandfather of Gabriel Jr., and Carlos; fond brother of Tom, Laura, and Richie; uncle, cousin and friend to many. Lieutenant Chicago Fire Department with 25 years service. Visitation Tuesday, 2 to 9 p.m. at Barr Funeral Home, 6222 N. Broadway, Chicago. Funeral leaving Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. for 12 Noon Mass at St. Gertrude Church. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Diabetes Association. For information call 773-743-4034 or sign the guestbook at BarrFuneralHome.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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T. ML
January 4, 2019
Jimmy was not only the "Best!" but the "Best of the Best!" Loyal and Brave; Huge Heart, Huge Talent.
Karen (Banks) Stearns
January 4, 2005
I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing and that I could not make it out for the services. My thoughts and prayers are with my cousins, Tom, Laura and Richie, and all the family and friends that will feel this tragic loss.
Ted Casey
December 24, 2004
Very sorry to hear of the passing of "Ernie", too late to make the wake. Always a great guy, and good memories remain from the Bubble and from "Rockin' Seeley West" of a tremendous athlete and a great sense of humor, and later a brave fireman. Rest in peace, Jimmy.
Bill Radek
December 23, 2004
To The Banks Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you...
Bill Radek
Tom Vogenthaler
December 22, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Banks Family at this sad time. It saddens me to know that we have lost a wonderful brother, teacher and friend. The stories and memories of our dear friend will live on for years and years. The tears we shed now will be replaced with smiles and laughter soon as we remember all the crazy things we did and shared over the years. God Bless us ALL.
kenneth jurasz
December 21, 2004
MY FAMILY SENDS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE BANKS FAMILY. JIMMY WAS MY INSTRUCTOR WHILE AT THE FIRE ACADAMEY AND I WILL NEVER FORGET THE LESSONS JIM PASSED ON TO ME.
KENNETH M JURASZ
SQUAD 2
CHICAGO FIRE DEPT
Patrick Burke CFD (Retired)
December 20, 2004
My deepest sympathy on the loss of young Jimmy. It was my honor and pleasure to have worked with Chief Jim Banks, Tom, and Jimmy. I'll always remember them all.)
Richard Carter
December 20, 2004
I'm saddened to hear about 'Ernie', Jimmy Banks. My condolences go out to family and his many friends. We have lost a naturally gifted athlete and a good friend.
I will miss laughing with him when I visit Chicago, and will always remember him racing around the bases or the infield, making outstanding plays.
My best to Tom---bye for now, burr
Cathi Mackey
December 20, 2004
My sympathy and prayers go out to your family in the loss of Jimmy. I hope he is now at peace.
Donna Barthold Russell
December 20, 2004
I was saddened to hear of Jim's death. My prayers and thoughts are with his family during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy. Donna Barthold Russell
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