J Banks

JACK BANKS IDAHO FALLS, ID -- J. William “Jack” Banks, 91, of Idaho Falls, passed away July 14, 2009, at his home. He was born June 12, 1918, in Murray, Utah, to William "Bill" A. Banks and Emma West Banks. He was the youngest of five children. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from West High School. On May 11, 1942, he married Madeline A. Johnson. He worked many occupations until he settled down to the Bar Business. Jack and Madeline owned and operated the Banks Clubs and The Hub for 50 years. He was also a member of the National Rifle Association and the Bartenders Union. He and Madeline had their two nieces, Kathy Frandsen and Linda Byrd, live with them for many years. Madeline preceded him in death on June 1, 1997. He married LaRue Justesen Powell on June 4, 1998, in Elko, Nevada. Jack was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was an avid fisherman and also enjoyed boating, camping, and being in the outdoors. Survivors include: Wife: LaRue Banks, Idaho Falls, ID Stepdaughter: Sherrie (Scott) Reeves, Idaho Falls, ID Stepdaughter: Linda (Mike) Brown, Idaho Falls, ID Stepdaughter: Tina (Alex) Erickson, Ankeny, IA Stepdaughter: Cindy (Gene) Jacquez, Mesa, AZ 8 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, two sisters, and two brothers. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 2009, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, with Bishop Tom Barker of the Idaho Falls 11th Ward officiating. The family will visit with friends on Friday from 6:30-8 p.m. and on Saturday from 1-1:45 p.m., both at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Fielding Memorial Park. --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Polly Maurer Smith pollyjmsmith@msn.com Uncle Jack will be missed. My memories of going to Idaho Falls and visiting Uncle Jack and Aunt Madeline go as far back as a three year old (45 years). Going to Uncle Jack's bar before it opened and getting a  Sarsparilla. Aunt Madeline buying me a doll. I loved spending time with them. Uncle Jack was loved by his nieces and nephews. Polly Maurer Smith, daughter of Bonnie Banks Maurer