Mr. Julush S. Banks Jr.

*A FUNERAL SERVICE IN LOVING MEMORY FOR MR. JULUSH SAM BANKS, jR. WILL BE HELD THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2021 AT OUR FUNERAL HOME. ****NOTE: PLEASE SEE FAMILY HOUR & SERVICE TIMES LISTED BELOW**** ****PLEASE NOTE THE FAMILY IS REQUESTING THAT MASKS ARE WORN. WE WILL ALSO EXPECT SOCIAL DISTANCING AND WILL CONTINUE TO TAKE TEMPERATURES OF FAMILY & FRIENDS, AND PROVIDE HAND SANITIZER WHEN ENTERING OUR BUILDING. If you have any questions, please contact us at: (269) 342-1000 ______________________________________ ****The DVD Tribute will be available soon THE OBITUARY Mr. Julush Banks Jr. (who was also known as “Dobie” ) passed away on December 15, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Saginaw, Michigan on May 30, 1950 to Julush Sr. and Annie Banks. He met and was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Taylor on May 13, 1970. They share one son, Cavin and three daughters, Shaleena, Candace and Tyra. Dobie was employed at the Saginaw Grey Iron Foundry until he suffered an accident in 1974 which left him disabled. Dobie really enjoyed drinking his beer, cracking jokes and being the life of the party. He also enjoyed crocheting with his wife Ann. They both would make crocheted blankets for friends and family. He also mentored his son and many other young men in the family. He would teach them how to do complicated handy man jobs like electrical work, putting flooring down in a home and even car repair. These things would prepare them as men to be able to not only repair things on their own but also if called upon to help fix things for others in need of these type of repair jobs. Dobie was a family man who enjoyed spending time with his family. He was interested in his children’s success in their school by helping them with their homework, and always encouraging them on the importance of continuing their education. He was a loving husband and a good brother who was family first made sure things were good at home. He also had a giving and caring heart. He was someone who would look out for anyone’s welfare and make sure they were doing ok. He will be greatly missed by all. He is preceded in death by his parents, Annie B. and Julush Banks, Sr.; 1 sister, Ellen; and 1 brother, Bruce. Dobie leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 51 years, Patricia Ann Banks; son, Cavin Banks; daughters, Shaleena (“Nina”) , Candace and Tyra Banks; sisters, Mary McClure; Ameenah (Doris) Ahmed; Barbara (Freddie) Jackson; Regina Banks, Nona Banks and Dericee (Marvin) Hamilton; sister-in-law, Lender (“Linda”) Alexander; brother-in-law, David (Thais) Taylor and Milton Taylor; two uncles, Clinton (Verda) Gentry and Tom (Cynthia) Gentry; 3 aunts, Clintontine (Robert) Fitz; Travestine Butler and Yvonne Gentry; 15 grandchildren plus many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Mr. Julush S. Banks Jr.

May 30, 1950 - December 15, 2021