John William Banks, born May 11, 1930 passed away July 29, 2015. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Katherine Banks; grandson, Michael V. Pena. John will be greatly missed by his children, Mary Ann Pena and Arthur Banks; granddaughter, Lori Ann Pena and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00pm Saturday, August 1, 2015 at Brookside Funeral Home Family Chapel with a rosary to be recited at 7:30 pm. Funeral Service will be conducted at 3:00 pm Sunday, August 2, 2015 at Brookside Funeral Home Family Chapel with interment to follow in Brookside Memorial Park.