Michael Banks

Michael Banks obituary

Michael Banks

Michael Banks Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Davis & Powell Funeral Home, LLC on Jul. 28, 2025.

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Michael Banks, age 57, departed this life July 27, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Ky to be with the Lord. He was born March 7, 1968, in Perry County, KY to the late Roy and Ersa Faye Combs Banks. Michael was a man of many talents. He loved music, playing many different Instruments and cats, a favorite of his was Furry-Furry. Michael also enjoyed video and computer games. He was of the Holiness faith and a member of The Narrow Way Church of God in Jesus Name.

In addition to his parents Michael is preceded in death by two siblings, Lorretta Banks and Rocky Banks.

Michael is survived by his wife Louanne Michelle Sturgill Banks of Berea, KY and one brother Jackie Banks of Perry County, KY. Numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.

Michael and his family have chosen cremation, and services will be scheduled at a later date to be held at The Narrow Way Church of God in Jesus Name, 10407 Battlefield Memorial Hwy, Berea, KY 40403

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