BANKS, Phyllis M. 88, of Medway, went to meet her Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, June 24, 2015. She was born September 19, 1926 in Bellefontaine, Ohio, the daughter of the late D. Lee and Glenna Faye (Bushong) Brown. She was also proceeded in death by a brother, Max Lee Brown. Phyllis was a devoted, wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Ernest L. Banks; her daughter, Sharon L. Rittinger; a son, David L. (Sandra) Banks; four grandchildren, Benita Banks, Brandon Banks, Cynthia (Neal) Lindsay and Scott Rittinger, and 5 great grandchildren. Phyllis also had many friends and was loved by everyone who knew and cared for her. Phyllis was ever joyful in her life and in the Lord. A faithful member of Good Shepherd UMC church. She served her church family for many years, and loved teaching Sunday school and attending bible studies. Phyllis enjoyed crocheting blankets for her grandchildren, and was a talented cake decorator. A celebration of her life will take place on Wednesday, July 1, 2015, the family will receive guests beginning at 11 AM followed by services at 12 PM with Pastor Harvey J. Hinshaw officiating at the TROSTEL, CHAPMAN, DUNBAR & FRALEY FUNERAL HOME, New Carlisle, Ohio. Burial to follow at Medway Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to www.trostelchapman.com
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