Dorthy Banks Price

Dorthy Banks Price passed away on February 03, 2024 surrounded by loved ones after a year long battle with her health. She has been a blessing for many that she came in contact with.

Dorthy, was born August 21, 1936 to Cleo Lias and Floyd Grant in Shreveport Louisiana. Dorthy knew the importance of having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and active church membership. She was a member of Carverdale Missionary Baptist Church before moving her membership to Living Word Fellowship Church where she enjoyed service, fellowshipping and volunteering.

Dorthy worked as a Snackbar manager in CFISD’s Carverdale and Jersey Village High School before she retired. Long after her retirement, she worked a short time at Walmart but her favorite and most rewarding time was spent working as a cashier at Lunch at Sam’s restaurant. She new early on with a smile and kind words people respond in a positive way.

Dorthy was preceded in death by her Parents, Sons; Arnesta Davis Jr and James Lawrence Banks, Brothers; George Williams, Sgt. A. B. White and Wilmer Lee Biggom, Sisters; Willie Jean Singleton and Rosia L Grant Evans-Sidhu, Late Husband; Bobby Price, Ex Spouses James Banks Jr and Arnesta Davis Sr.

Her memories and life will live on through her daughters Igitha Diaz-Ramirez and Patricia Small, her Sons Donald Banks(Dorothy) and Marvin Banks(Jacqueline), Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews and a host of friends, all whom cherished her.

A visitation for Dorthy will be held Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Living Word Fellowship Church, 7350 T C Jester Blvd, Houston, TX 77088, followed by a funeral service from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The interment will be held at Paradise North Cemetery following the funeral service.